Which is warmer for winter?

The Ralph Lauren. It is insulated and rated midweight, while the Kenneth Cole is an unlined wool blend with no insulation listed.

Which handles rain better?

The Ralph Lauren. It is listed as waterproof and for rain. The Kenneth Cole wool blend has no water resistance listed.

Is the Kenneth Cole worth the extra over the Ralph Lauren?

It usually is not extra. It was $63.99 at Gilt.com on October 31, well under the Ralph Lauren's $120.05 on October 28, though it reached $119.00 on November 4.

Which is better for a formal or office look?

The Kenneth Cole. Its double-breasted pea coat cut, notch collar and lapel suit dressier outfits. The Ralph Lauren is a casual puffer.

Which is easier to care for?

The Ralph Lauren, which allows machine wash or dry clean. The Kenneth Cole is dry clean only.

Which has better ratings?

The Ralph Lauren, at 3.9 of 5 from 112 ratings, against 3.6 of 5 from 19 ratings for the Kenneth Cole.

Ralph Lauren Diamond-Quilted Coat vs Kenneth Cole Women's Wool-Blend Coat

Buy the Ralph Lauren quilted coat if you want warmth, rain protection and a casual puffer for winter. Buy the Kenneth Cole wool-blend coat if you want a dressier double-breasted pea coat for fall and mild winter days. The Kenneth Cole has been the cheaper buy: $63.99 at Gilt.com as of October 31, against $120.05 for the Ralph Lauren as of October 28. The Kenneth Cole price has moved up to $119.00 as of November 4, so check the current price before you commit.

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