Manchester has enjoyed quite the summer this year. With four heatwaves across the UK, the Met Office has confirmed that it was the hottest on record.

This is all about to end, as we're officially in autumn now, and the weather corroborates this. As the nation braces for heavy downpours and wind, it's time to retire your summer wardrobe and wrap up warm when venturing outdoors.

Investing in a weatherproof coat is a must for the upcoming cold and we season, and Next shoppers have been singing the praises of one jacket in particular. The Chocolate Brown Shower Resistant Padded Puffer Hooded Mid Length Coat has been hailed as 'perfect' for this time of year and we couldn't help but agree.

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