It seemed like it would never end, but winter is finally drawing to a close. Which means you can chuck your heavy scarves into the back of wardrobe and finally start digging out lightweight pieces.

Of course, that occasional sunshine comes cut with gales and rain, so the most important investment you’ll make this season is a transitional coat. Here’s our pick of the best ways to stay warm and dry in style.

(Related: How to give your wardrobe a spring clean)

ASOS Jersey Bomber

If you’re looking for a budget piece, go for something low-key that will keep you warm but can also be layered. Jersey is lightweight, so you won’t overheat, and this bomber’s black coloring means it goes with anything you want to sling above or below.

The gold accents punch up a pocket-friendly buy and add some sun-catching shimmer, should it ever actually appear. In essence, this is an investment without the price tag – a jacket that you’ll look to every day throughout spring and then dig back out to layer up over winter.

Available from ASOS.

Rains Long Jacket

Weirdly enough, the anorak was back in a big way for SS16. Lou Dalton, Wooyoungmi and a fair few others looked specifically to those disposable Pac-A-Macs that we’ve all frantically hoarded before festivals, but gave it a fashion-forward makeover.

From bold prints to complete transparency, designers got creative when reinventing the waterproof favorite, but this classic black version nails the longline, slim-fit staple.

Available at Rains.

Zara Perforated Faux-Suede Jacket

When you think of SS16 trends, you think of the 1970s. And when you think of the 1970s, you think of suede. The fabric is having a major moment; versions on the runway were embellished and teamed with flares and printed shirts, and the high street has picked up in a big way.

(Related: The complete guide to suede – this season’s big fabric trend)