I have over 30 coats/jackets. They’ve been purchased and loved over a very long period of time. And I had much more at one point, 30 is workable for me.
I’m a very plain dresser and I only wear black, so my coats are like other people’s tops I suppose - the only variety I have. (When I say plain dresser I mean I’ve got multiples of one style black t shirt that I wear every day with either black jeans, black trousers, black leggings. And then black blazer or black cardigan if needed. fun(!))
I’ve got classic coats that are decades old. I have more “on trend” pieces, although trying to get out the habit - Covid has helped curbed coat spending! The only colour and pattern I have in my wardrobes comes from my coats.
I also have a job which requires a lot of travel and time outside/overseas alongside office work, so I’ve a wide range of smart coats, travel friendly coats, and weather appropriate stuff. I’m ready for all climates across the globe.
For someone with an office job I probably spend more time in my coat than others would expect, so it’s worth the investment for me.