Now that you’ve invested in a winter coat, it’s critical that you take good care of it, so it can last as long as possible. The most important thing is to check the label and follow the cleaning directions as every material is different and requires different care. Most wool coats will likely need to be dry cleaned. For real leather and fur coats, Moinian recommends taking them into a leather spot or fur cleaning service. Some puffer coats can be machine washed, but it's best to double-check the label. If you are sticking your puffer in the drying machine, Lawson recommends throwing some tennis balls in there to help fluff it back up.  Besides cleaning, there are other ways to make sure your coat stays in tip-top shape. “I also highly suggest hanging your coats on a good hanger—such as a wood hanger—when you're not wearing them, so it maintains its shape. Brush your wool coats with a lint roller and make sure to keep it clean,” says Lee. “When you end up storing it away for the warmer months, make sure nothing is in the pockets and that it is clean one more time before storing. I highly recommend storing away coats in garment bags to ensure it lasts for years to come!”