In the UK, summers are warm but the promised heatwaves rarely last longer than a few days. Evenings and early mornings can still be cool or even chilly, so it's worth picking a summer coat that suits where you live. Next, think about how often you'll wear this coat. Is it going to be your main garment for the season, or are you looking for something dressy for evenings and summer parties?

If you're looking for a coat that will see you right through summer, it's worth choosing a full-length, lightweight garment. Trenchcoats are always popular, and they're the ideal all-rounder. They can easily cope with the British weather, yet they're light enough to be carried over your arm if the temperature rises.

Plus, they look good with everything from jeans and leggings to sleek pencil skirts for the office or glamorous maxi dresses on the evening. A simple peacoat is a great alternative if you want something slightly less sophisticated, while duster coats are easy to wear and easy on the eye. Finding the perfect summer coat doesn't have to mean breaking the bank either.

Blazers and smart, unstructured jackets are ideal for summer and they come in a wide range of fabrics and colours. Look for exclusive labels like Comma, Even & Odd or Only or explore a regularly changing selection of sales at Lounge by Zalando. Choose a lightweight wool mix for a more sophisticated look or pick cotton or denim if you prefer casual clothing.

These versatile jackets can be teamed with jeans or dresses, shorts, skirts or leggings and your favourite shoes, sandals or trainers. Make a statement with a bold colour or pattern, or opt for classic elegance with a summer coat in pale blue, beige, or silver grey. If you're an outdoor sports fan, you'll love browsing campaigns by labels like Alpha Concept or Schott NYC that feature clothing that works in any location.

Whether you're sailing on the open sea, walking in the hills or shopping in town, a waist or hip-length bomber jacket or lightweight puffa in shell pink or khaki always looks the part.

Perhaps you want a coat that you can sling over your shoulders on summer evenings or maybe you want a summer coat that makes a statement.

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