The Trench Coat
The London default for a reason. Burberry if budget allows, Toteme for the modern cut, M&S for the remarkable high street option at £89. Waterproof, classic, right for every occasion.
Shop: M&S from £89, Toteme from £490, Burberry from £1,790
The Leather Jacket
Arket's spring leather jacket is the best value option in London right now at £299. The Toteme version at £895 is the investment piece. Both work over dresses or with jeans.
Shop: Arket £299, Toteme £895
The Overshirt
The transitional piece between jacket and shirt. Uniqlo does the best version at £49. Wear open over a t-shirt or buttoned as a light layer.
Shop: Uniqlo from £49
The Utility Jacket
Trend-led but genuinely useful. Multiple pockets, lightweight, works over everything.
Shop: & Other Stories from £95, Carhartt from £110
The Blazer as Outerwear
For the days that are genuinely warm. A well-cut blazer worn as a jacket is the most London thing you can do in April.
Shop: Reiss from £195, Arket from £149