A trench coat is a wardrobe essential, and a piece that you can really wear year-round. Today, Fashion Reporter Allison McNamara enlisted the help of her colleagues here at PopSugar to show you our favorite trenches of the season. Whether you're on the market for a little leather à la Alexander Wang's Fall runway, or you're on the hunt for something classic — we've got seven stylish trench coats that will please every fashion personality. Watch on and let us know which one is your favorite!
Whether you're seeking shelter amidst Sandy or are just looking for ways to stay stylish in the cold, Diane Kruger proved the power of a go-to trench for cooler months. A trench coat is one of those versatile pieces that you really can wear year round. Right now, use it as a shield against the temperamental weather by layering cozy knits underneath. Watch today's Fab Flash and take a style cue from Diane! On Allison McNamara: Topshop dress.
Trench coats: they're cool and classic and lend a polished vibe to your look — no matter what you happen to be wearing underneath. The sleek silhouette calls to mind fashion icons like Jackie O., Katharine Hepburn, or Ingrid Bergman in Casablanca (who can forget her trench coat flapping in the breeze?). We've seen lots of cool spins on the timeless trench this season, from Burberry's leather sleeves and acid-bright hues to Diane von Furstenberg's cropped, nylon iterations — and the best thing about the style is that it comes in multiseasonal fabrications and colors, making it an appropriate choice for any occasion. We've taken one definitively classic Burberry London Marystow Gabardine Trench ($1,095) and styled it five different ways — for work, play, and everything in between. Click through to shop each look now.
With the onset of Fall, we're quickly remembering the value of a good trench coat. Are you? Yes, it's a classically inclined basic that hints at style icons like Jackie O., but with so many styled variations and a slew of ways to wear the staple, it's really so much more. As proof of what it's worth, we've rounded up a week of inspiration from our favorite celebs. From Naomi Watts's sexier iteration (as a dress!) to Anja Rubik's cool-girl spin, the ways to wear this Fall layer are practically limitless. Just click through for a few fresh styling tips, then shop the looks for yourself.
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There's never been a better time to invest in a Burberry trench coat. The brand is introducing an online bespoke service early next year, WWD explains, that will allow shoppers to customize the iconic coats to their individual likings with studs, monograms, color combos, etc. So you can mimic Rachel Bilson's, Blake Lively's, or Kate Bosworth's Burberry picks — or simply dream a design on your own! In fact, Burberry's Chief Creative Director Christopher Bailey explains, "there will be more than 12 million options." That should satisfy even the most selective of customers!
— Kendall Herbst
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Lots of moms like to think out loud and PatiBF is one of them. On her OnSugar blog, Baby Style, she creates beautiful style layouts like this one. Just click on the image to find the actual products!
A classic trench coat is the easiest way to look chic through the fall season. It should be a staple in every woman's wardrobe. I found the most adorable miniature version for Sandra at Janie and Jack. Now that the weather is getting cooler I'm happy to top off her outfits with a trench just like mommy's. Here a a few cute options I found for both mommy and baby.
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Fresh back from New York Fashion Week, we’ve selected the stand out trends to swap, store, and savor for Spring 2011! Swap out your go-to military coat for a chic classic, the trench coat! Store those darker clothes and let them hibernate until next Fall, Spring is all about breezy whites and bold colors. But a few key trends are carrying on for the warmer months- minimalism, trousers, and print on print ensembles!
With all the negative talk surrounding fashion's earlier-is-better, off-season delivery schedule (see this month's Vogue article penned by Plum Sykes entitled "Seasons of Our Discontent"), some brands are feeling pressure to offer items in store that shoppers can buy now and wear now.
The idea of 'Buy Now, Wear Now' has been top of mind for Burberry, who is launching an April Showers collection this month. The 30-piece line is supposed to keep customers shopping until the first fall 2010 deliveries (shearlings! furs!) drop in June, while giving them the pieces they actually need today—namely transitional basics like trench coats, rain boots, and umbrellas.
Today Burberry also announced a 7 percent sales increase in the second half of last year.
Get a Colorful Spring Trench Like Mandy! Right around this time every winter, we develop a hatred for our warm wool coats and snuggly puffer jackets — and all we want is new bright spring coat! Mandy Moore looked perfectly springy in her vibrant yellow Coach trench as she breezed into the tents at Fashion Week.
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This slick and stylish trench coat and hat will definitely have your wee one singing in the rain.
The Burberry Toddler's Vinyl Trench and Bucket Hat are the perfect shade of winter white, water resistant and lined in signature beige Burberry tartan.
Featuring a belted waist, the double breasted coat ($151), is machine washable or can be dry cleaned. Top the uptown ensemble off with the matching bucket hat ($63) and who needs an umbrella?
