'I found the perfect £55 autumn coat for women of all ages, and it looks just like £269 Barbour'

With autumn and its unpredictable rainy weather on the horizon, many of us are looking for the 'perfect' waterproof coat we can wear time and time again, that won't go out of style. My go-to brands usually consist of the likes of Marks and Spencer, PrettyLittleThing, New Look and River Island, but having grown up in the Welsh countryside, this year I've been looking for something a little more versatile, that is reminiscent of the 'country chic' I've been brought up wearing.

So when a colleague advised on looking at Roman Originals, I was hesitant. I'll be honest and say that the brand is, in my mind, quite old fashioned, and catered towards more mature women.

But within minutes of browsing, I found a budget-friendly wax jacket that could easily be mistaken for a £269 Barbour jacket - but costs £200 less. I was flabberghasted, and immediately added it to my basket.

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The five-star rated Waxed Longline Hooded Coat had originally cost £89. However, it has been slashed to a far more purse-friendly price of £69 in the brand's summer sale - with an extra 20% off when you use code UP20 for a limited time, bringing the price down even further to £55.20.

Roman Originals' versatile waxed coat has been designed with a flattering longline hem and adjustable waist, which will nip you in for an instant slimming effect. It has a hood and long sleeves to keep the rain out, along with a zipper with popper detailing, including pockets.

I'm not the only one who has fallen head over heels for the £55 coat. It has a perfect five-star rating on the brand's website, with customers saying it is suitable for 'women