The Ona Coat Rack manages to look just as much like a piece of artwork even more than it resembles a convenient storage system. The linear rack is made of a ripple of molded wood, with projections at regular intervals to allow for the hanging of coats, bags, umbrellas or anything else that needs to be shed by the door. From Mobles 114 in Barcelona, the rack was originally introduced in 1992, designed by Montse Padros and Carlos Riart, and has been a favorite ever since. Price: $208.

When the days are short and the nights are long, it's hard not to want to bundle yourself into the warmest coat you can find and, even if you don't necessarily approve of wearing fur, you have to admit that the fur-wearers always look toasty. Anthropologie's Carriage Coat has the look of fur, but is synthetic. 'Tis the season to save some animals and still look stylish, right? Fortunately, the only thing that is noticeably unrealistic about this coat is that it lacks the faint animal smell of real fur. It feels wonderfully warm when draped around your shoulders and has a very flattering cut to it. Price: $218.

As the weather gets colder, short-haired and smaller dogs often need an extra layer of protection if they're going to be outside for an extended period of time. Patch and Scott's Dog Coats are some of the most stylish we have seen. They are made out of water-repellent Italian canvas and trimmed with soft, washable leather at the neck and waistband. For warmth, the lining is lambswool. The coats are well-shaped and, unlike some of the boxy coats from other manufacturers, they have a sleek and flattering outline. The coats come in two sizes and with either chocolate or tan leather accents. Price: £149.

The Whipcord Wool Coat from Marc by Marc Jacobs is a great mid-weight coat for guys this season. It is 100% wool and has an urban/military feel to it, due to clean lines and a slim fit, which are accented with four button-flap pockets and buttoned epaulettes. Inside, the jacket is partially lined in cotton and has two additional flat pockets. The only potential drawback is that it seems to look better as part of a layered look, as opposed to on its own. Price: $498.

Any if anyone spots a women's version of this coat, let me know!

The Duffle Coat with Toggles by Dior is an elegant choice for the upcoming winter season and will have you more than prepared for any inclement weather. The coat is 100% wool drape and has a hood to put up on days where the wind seems to be blowing the rain up, not down. The rope and toggle closures, as well as the ribbon accents at the wrists of the long sleeves, give the coat an classy look, which is kept from being too old-fashioned by the slim, modern cut of the fabric. There are front pouch pockets and a back vent for ease of movement, as the total length of the coat is 36.25-in. Price: $1,590.