Best Dressy Winter Coats 2012

There are two types of coats in this world: everyday casual and nighttime dressy. With the holiday party circuit warming up, we're all about the latter right now. Here's a scenario to ponder: it's chilly outside and you've got on your pretty dress and heels, ready to hit the town. The last thing you want to do is finish your fabulous ensemble with a heavy puffer coat, right? That's where the dressy coat comes in. It can be anything from bright red to brocade to tweed to metallic and can include fun details like peplum, a fur collar, capelets, and prints. Check out nine dressy coats we're loving right now to shield yourself from the cold in major style.