10 Chic Coats That Will Single-Handedly Transform Your Fall Look

Everybody always goes on and on about how great fall is — you know, totally obvious stuff like the changing leaves and the crisp air ... And don’t get me wrong, I agree that those things are very nice, but there’s one overlooked item that I’d rate as season's biggest plus: fall coats.

Think about it: Having just one or two chic trenches or stylish bombers in your closet can pull together a wardrobe of autumn outfits, giving even the most basic jeans-and-tee pairing an instant makeover.

Plus lazy weekends have never looked better. Feel like staying in your cat-hair-embellished sweats all day but still leave the house? No problem! Just cover them with a Saint Laurent-inspired leopard coat and you’re instantly transformed into a very different kind of cat lady.

And there are so many options to choose from this season, like a chic denim trench that’s just as comfy and versatile as a jean jacket (but way more elegant). Or an under-$200 camel classic that will be your go-to for years. And then there's a pared-back take on the moto that's so sleek you can wear it into the office.

Ahead, 10 perfect toppers to get your fall coat shopping done in the time it takes to click add-to-cart.