Once you start to feel that little nip in the air, your mind starts thinking of getting out that winter coat. If you make the right choices, you won’t need to be faced with that yearly hunt for those perfect winter coats for women or girls coats either.

First of all, be aware that these aren’t cheap, so you’ll need to choose carefully before you buy. A winter coat of good quality is one that will last through the years, so that heftier investment will be well worth it.

Don’t compromise on the type of fabric! A high-quality wool or cashmere, even wool blends or good synthetics will be sure to keep you warm and see itself through the tortures of moving with you every day. Make sure that the seams are sewn well, doubled if possible, and everything is square. You don’t want uneven hems unless your look is sloppy.

Good workmanship can also be seen in the finishing of the garment. Are there any loose or unclipped threads? Are the buttons sewn on tightly? Are the zips of a good quality? What about the lining; is it as well-constructed as the rest of the coat?

When you try it on, make sure that you are using your usual winter outfit. Some coats are cut small and you may not be able to fit in your jacket under your coat if you just go by size. Give yourself plenty of allowance to move otherwise you will rip your coat on your first day out.

Look at the style as well – is it the right length for your height? If you have an imperfect body, don’t call attention to it with the wrong style coat either. Wide hips need a flared hem that ends around the knees to balance the body. A wrap coat reduces top-heaviness and gives you a waist. Choose what works best for you!

There’s not so much fuss choosing girls coats, but you must make sure that it fits! Try it out before you buy and make sure that they like the color, cut, and style, too. After all, it isn’t cheap either and you don’t want to waste your money.