Herno Coats for Men: Car Coats, Wool Coats and Coats with Bibs

Herno coats for men are tailored wool, cashmere and technical coats from the Italian outerwear house founded in 1948 on Lake Maggiore. Many of them hide a removable bib, a padded inner panel that zips in for cold days and out when the weather softens. The range covers car coats, overcoats and short coats, priced from $1,270 to $6,350 on Coveti.

Quick answer

• Herno began in 1948 making men’s raincoats, and added cashmere coats in the 1950s.
• Its signature coat trick is the removable bib, a padded inner layer that adds warmth on demand.
• Wool coats use RWS (Responsible Wool Standard) virgin wool on some styles.
• Car coats are hip to thigh length, made for sitting and driving without bunching.
• Some coats in this drop have a real dyed lamb shearling collar. We flag every one.
• Herno coats on Coveti range from $1,270 to $6,350.

What is a car coat?

A car coat is a short overcoat, usually ending between the hip and mid thigh. The name comes from the early days of motoring, when drivers wanted something warm that would not tangle around their legs behind the wheel. Today it is the most practical coat in a man’s wardrobe: long enough to cover a blazer, short enough to wear with trainers and jeans.

Herno makes the car coat its own. Its versions often pair a soft wool blend shell with down padding and a bib, so the coat looks tailored from outside and works like a padded jacket inside.

What is a removable bib on a Herno coat?

The bib is a padded panel that sits behind the front of the coat, like an inner vest attached to the lining. On a cold morning you zip the coat up over it and it seals the chest. On a mild afternoon you take it out and the coat becomes a lighter, tailored layer. Herno uses bibs in wool, cashmere and its own Nylon Ultralight, and it is one of the clearest reasons to choose a Herno coat over a plain overcoat.

Herno coat types at a glance

The best Herno coats for men

We picked these from the Herno men’s collection, across colours, fabrics and prices.

1. Wool-Blend, Viscose and Suede-Effect Carcoat in Navy Blue

The modern Herno car coat in one piece, at $2,270. The shell is a soft wool and viscose blend woven from a special 50-denier yarn, which keeps it light, with suede microfibre details. Inside there is goose down padding, striped quilting and a removable bib under a high collar. Navy goes over everything. This is the coat to buy if you only buy one.

2. Ecowool and Nylon Ultralight Coat in Dark Brown

Two-tone worsted virgin wool, certified under the Responsible Wool Standard and processed in a short supply chain in Tuscany, meets Herno’s Nylon Ultralight. At $1,940 it is the best value wool coat in the edit. The dark brown reads warmer than charcoal and pairs well with cream and camel knitwear. A smart, responsible choice for office days.

3. Dark Blue Coat in Pure Cashmere and Nylon Ultralight

Pure cashmere with a sable-effect finish, soft and rich to touch, at $4,440. The bib is cut from Herno’s Nylon Ultralight, highly water-resistant with a silk-like feel, so you get cashmere outside and down-jacket warmth at the chest. It runs up to size 50 on Coveti. A coat for a man who wears tailoring most days and wants it to last.

4. Anthracite Coat in Double-Layered Herringbone Wool Fabric

A classic overcoat in pure worsted virgin wool with a herringbone weave, at $2,480. Careful fulling and medium-fine wools give it a soft handle, and the double-layered construction adds body without weight. Anthracite herringbone is a business staple that also works with a grey hoodie at the weekend. It suits men who prefer a traditional cloth coat.

5. Navy Blue Coat in Diagonal Wool Fabric

Premium merino wool woven with a double-construction technique: two layers joined on the loom by a very fine binding thread, which gives a warm, enveloping feel. At $3,110, it has a sophisticated silhouette Herno designed for formal and city looks. The diagonal weave catches the light gently. It is the dressiest wool coat here, made for a suit.

6. 2-Layer Gore-Tex Coat in Black

The technical coat for a rainy commute, at $2,050. A 2-layer Gore-Tex membrane sits behind lightweight stretch nylon with a fine 30-denier weave. Herno adds goose down padding, a removable bib and a lapel collar, so it still reads as a classic coat for business. Choose it if your city is wet and you refuse to carry a separate raincoat.

7. Il Cappotto in Blue

One of Herno’s legend pieces, at $1,970. Il Cappotto is made from recycled nylon microfibre with a light coating on the reverse, giving a soft hand and a waterproof matt finish. It has a removable windproof bib with a two-way zip and two handwarmer pockets. Lighter and more casual than wool, it suits men who want a coat that looks smart and shrugs off drizzle.

8. Camel Short Coat in Pure Cashmere and Suede Effect

Pure cashmere with a sable-effect finish, suede microfibre details and wadding inside, at $4,440. Please note: this style has a real dyed lamb shearling collar, so it is not for anyone who avoids animal fur. Camel cashmere is the most classic coat colour there is, and the short length keeps it modern with dark denim and suede boots.

9. Grey Carcoat in Cashmere, Silk and Monogram

The top of the coat range at $5,130. Cashmere and silk give a rich sheen, finished with an eco-friendly, PFC-free water-repellent treatment, with soft down padding and monogram jacquard details. This style also has a real dyed lamb shearling collar, so check that suits you. It is a car coat for a man who wants the finest fabric Herno uses.

How to choose the right Herno coat

• For suits and business dress: the Diagonal Wool coat, the cashmere coat with Nylon Ultralight bib, and the Herringbone Wool coat.
• For driving and city errands: the Wool-Blend, Viscose and Suede-Effect Carcoat.
• For rain: the 2-Layer Gore-Tex Coat and Il Cappotto.
• For quiet luxury: the cashmere short coats and the Cashmere, Silk and Monogram carcoat, both with real shearling collars.
• For value: the Ecowool and Nylon Ultralight Coat at $1,940.

How should a Herno coat fit?

A coat should close over a blazer without pulling across the back, and the sleeve should cover the shirt cuff. Herno lists most coats as Regular fit, so order your usual jacket size. Coveti shows UK and US chest sizes, which equal the Italian size minus 10. If you plan to wear a heavy knit under a slimmer coat, take one size up. Our Herno size guide has the full conversion chart.

Herno coats versus other luxury coats

Herno’s strength is the blend of tailoring and technical outerwear. A classic overcoat from a tailoring house is often heavier and unlined against the cold, while a technical parka can look out of place over a suit. Herno closes that gap with bibs, down padding and water-repellent finishes inside coats that still look formal. For pure cashmere tailoring without the technical side, Brunello Cucinelli sits at a higher price. For fur and shearling-led outerwear, see Yves Salomon.

Why buy Herno coats at Coveti?

Every coat is 100% authentic and checked before dispatch. Coveti ships worldwide by express from hubs in the UAE and Australia, with duties calculated at checkout. Shop all men’s coats, pair a coat with knitwear and trousers, and browse the full Herno brand page.

Read next: Herno parkas for men, Herno raincoats and Laminar and the best luxury winter coats for men.

Frequently asked questions

What is a Herno car coat?

A Herno car coat is a short overcoat that ends between the hip and the thigh. Herno versions often combine a wool blend, cashmere and silk shell with down padding and a removable bib.

What is the bib inside a Herno coat?

The bib is a removable padded panel attached inside the front of the coat. Zip it in for extra warmth on cold days and take it out when the weather is mild.

Do Herno coats have real fur?

Most do not. Some styles in this collection, including the pure cashmere short coats and the Cashmere, Silk and Monogram carcoats, have a real dyed lamb shearling collar. Coveti flags these on its editorial picks.

How much do Herno coats cost?

On Coveti, Herno men’s coats range from $1,270 to $6,350. The Ecowool and Nylon Ultralight Coat costs $1,940 and the pure cashmere coat with a Nylon Ultralight bib costs $4,440.

Are Herno wool coats sustainable?

Some Herno wool coats use RWS certified virgin wool, which follows the Responsible Wool Standard. Herno also uses PFC-free water-repellent treatments, and its Lesa headquarters runs on photovoltaic solar power.