I'm not giving up, no way but all suggestions welcome...
The search for a Winter coat is on. So far I have ordered, payed for, had delivered (I rarely leave East London) several dozen Winter coats and so far - too big, too small, too swampy (its a word!), too flimsy, too delicate and some too cold!!
And sent them all - back!
The only coat so far that has worked is the Topman parka that I bought again this year (last years survived one winter of child 'stuff' and dog walking and then gave up on me - ripped, torn and tattered) and this year its gone one better! it has a detachable lining! So thats Autumn and Winter covered (literally) in one! but not kind-a-smart...
Parka (minus lining) - Topman, Cardigan - RSPCA Charity Shop,
Cotton Top - The Shop (Cheshire St), Jeans - Current Elliott, Sneakers - Superga