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Fashion: Cloak and swagger – 10 of the best winter capes

Hobbs Aurora Wool Cashmere Cape, £299 (was £329); Lupin Sweater, £79 (was £110); Rianna Skinny Jeans, £85; Imogen Knee Boots, £269 (were £299); Tan Amy Belt, £29 (was £59), all from Hobbs
Hobbs Aurora Wool Cashmere Cape, £299 (was £329); Lupin Sweater, £79 (was £110); Rianna Skinny Jeans, £85; Imogen Knee Boots, £269 (were £299); Tan Amy Belt, £29 (was £59), all from Hobbs Hobbs Aurora Wool Cashmere Cape, £299 (was £329); Lupin Sweater, £79 (was £110); Rianna Skinny Jeans, £85; Imogen Knee Boots, £269 (were £299); Tan Amy Belt, £29 (was £59), all from Hobbs

OF ALL the incredible outfits on the autumn/winter catwalks, some of the most dramatic were topped with capes that allowed models to sweep down the runway, fabric billowing like wings behind them.

Needless to say, the trend has filtered down to the high street, so now’s the perfect time to add some drama to your winter wardrobe with a cool cape.

On the high street, capes fall into one of two camps. On the one hand, you’ve got Celine-style cloaks that have a more structured silhouette and are made from thicker fabrics.

Then you’ve got the soft blanket wraps that are made for swathing around your shoulders.

Which is the one for you? If you want to dial up the drama, it’s got to be a swishy wool cape, perfect for popping over your party season outfits.

But if you’re looking for something cosy to throw over jeans and jumpers, you can’t go wrong with a big blanket.

Whichever you choose, here’s our pick of the best capes to buy for January…

Hobbs Aurora Wool Cashmere Cape, £299 (was £329); Lupin Sweater, £79 (was £110); Rianna Skinny Jeans, £85; Imogen Knee Boots, £269 (were £299); Tan Amy Belt, £29 (was £59), all from Hobbs
Hobbs Aurora Wool Cashmere Cape, £299 (was £329); Lupin Sweater, £79 (was £110); Rianna Skinny Jeans, £85; Imogen Knee Boots, £269 (were £299); Tan Amy Belt, £29 (was £59), all from Hobbs Hobbs Aurora Wool Cashmere Cape, £299 (was £329); Lupin Sweater, £79 (was £110); Rianna Skinny Jeans, £85; Imogen Knee Boots, £269 (were £299); Tan Amy Belt, £29 (was £59), all from Hobbs
Damart Christian Lacroix Poncho, £99
Damart Christian Lacroix Poncho, £99 Damart Christian Lacroix Poncho, £99
River Island Black Houndstooth Check Patchwork Cape, £50
River Island Black Houndstooth Check Patchwork Cape, £50 River Island Black Houndstooth Check Patchwork Cape, £50
Kaleidoscope Faux Fur Collar Cape, £49
Kaleidoscope Faux Fur Collar Cape, £49 Kaleidoscope Faux Fur Collar Cape, £49
River Island Light Beige Check Belted Cape Jacket, £30 (was £75)
River Island Light Beige Check Belted Cape Jacket, £30 (was £75) River Island Light Beige Check Belted Cape Jacket, £30 (was £75)
Oliver Bonas Fluffy Check Pink Cape, £42; Camel Knitted Jumper Dress, £65
Oliver Bonas Fluffy Check Pink Cape, £42; Camel Knitted Jumper Dress, £65 Oliver Bonas Fluffy Check Pink Cape, £42; Camel Knitted Jumper Dress, £65
COS Short Cape Wool Knit, £59
COS Short Cape Wool Knit, £59 COS Short Cape Wool Knit, £59
Marks and Spencer Ochre Checked Wrap, £35
Marks and Spencer Ochre Checked Wrap, £35 Marks and Spencer Ochre Checked Wrap, £35
Bonprix Reversible Blanket Cape, £27.99
Bonprix Reversible Blanket Cape, £27.99 Bonprix Reversible Blanket Cape, £27.99
M&Co Petite Faux Fur Collar Cape, £59
M&Co Petite Faux Fur Collar Cape, £59 M&Co Petite Faux Fur Collar Cape, £59