But how dirty or germy can winter coats get? I know that when I’ve gotten home from a trip on crowded mass transit in New York City, there are times I’ve considered burning my winter coat.

How often, for example, do you think to wash your winter coat? Let’s look at how often you should, plus how to do it. ... but you also need to spot clean any time you get the coat dirty.

Puffer coats are an absolute winter wardrobe staple here in the UK - they go with everything, they're comfortable and they definitely keep you warm and cosy. Like many others, I've had mine firmly ...

Faced with a freezing winter, try this ultrawarm coat from L.L. Bean.The coat is filled with DownTek and is great for all activities and everyday comfort when temperatures dip.

A great time to wash the coat, according to both Saladyga and Nelson, is right before you put it in storage at the end of ...