The Traitors episode one saw the celebs turn out in their best tartan looks– and Kate Garraway won the best dressed title
The wait is finally over: Celebrity The Traitors kicked off on BBC tonight, and if the dramatic castle setting wasn’t enough to grab our attention, the fashion certainly was. The contestants arrived in full Highland style, with tartan and heritage checks stealing the show. Cat Burns opted for a statement check bomber coat and chunky boots, while Ruth Codd leaned into the theme with a classic red checked blazer jacket that gave major autumn style inspiration.
But it wasn’t Claudia Winkleman for once who really stood out amongst the famous crowd– it was Kate Garraway. Wearing an incredibly chic 2-in-1 scarf coat in what we’re predicting will become the top colour pairing for autumn– teal and chocolate brown– that viewers can actually shop on the high street, her look had us all immediately googling where to find the piece.
Though the coat looks just like Boohoo’s 2 in 1 Scarf Check Wool Look Coat, on sale for £45 and incredibly still in stock, we believe it may be New Zealand brand The Iconic’s pricer Harriet Check Long Wool Coat. Until Kate confirms for sure, we’re bagging that Boohoo piece while it’s still stocked, because it’s the best high street alternative we’ve spotted in a long time.
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The coat pairs a rich chocolate and blue check pattern with a woven wool-look fabric that gives it structure and visual texture without feeling rigid. It features a built-in scarf element, so you get that layered styling edge without having to add extra pieces. The silhouette is slightly tailored through but with enough ease to go over jumpers or light layering.
Button fastenings keep the front clean and classic, while the length hits around mid-thigh- long enough to feel stylish but short enough to work with skirts or trousers. All told, it blends drama and practicality — perfect for a show where style speaks just as loudly as strategy.
Another excellent version of Kate’s coat is Sainsbury Tu’s Navy Check Short Scarf Coat – also on sale for £44 and comes in a blue check colourway. Us? We’ve bagged the Boohoo number while it’s got 25% off.