Fashion trend: how to wear the trench coat?

The trench coat, this iconic piece. A must-have in our dressing room, this is the mid-season jacket we love to combine with our little spring dresses. In addition, it comes in all colors and shapes. There is nothing simpler than wearing the trench coat! The proof in 20 inspiring looks.
At the base, the trench was for men. But we, small malignant that we are, we went directly into their dressing room to poke the idea. Since then, the trench coat has established itself as a fashion piece essential to our dressing.

Wear the trench coat: the right model

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In a good must, the trench coat has adapted to different times. No more time for the classic beige and belted trench coat. Today, the model declines to infinity. Sidecut, rather short, long, straight or flared? Buttons or no buttons? It's up to you to choose according to your style!
Attention, the trench coat is also worn according to fashion trends. For example, for some seasons, it is the fluid trench or liquid trench coat that dominates. As its name suggests, the fluid trench, rather long, is made of a light material, very airy.
Side color, the trench mat is beige, black, khaki or navy blue. But if you dare color, you can find trenches much more original: pink, orange, yellow, red ... And why not try the reasons?

In matter also the trench coat is a true chameleon. Generally, in canvas or cotton, it is also found in leather for a rock'n'roll effect, in suede for a vintage style and in silk for a bohemian and spring look.

The right combination to wear the trench coat

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It's a fact, the trench coat goes with everything, or almost. It has this urban chic side that will sublimate any of your outfits. In addition, it is worn for all occasions: chic evening, workday, romantic date, Sunday walk. It's up to you to associate your look with the desired style.

If you have a cloakroom rather sportswear, wear a trench coat with a sweatshirt and boyfriend jeans or leggings. It's also the perfect outfit to wear a white t-shirt.
With slim jeans and a lace blouse, the trench coat takes on a romantic feel. We imagine it very well with a little pair of ballerinas or western boots.
And the trench coat wears even in an evening dress! A pretty spring summer dress or a short skirt, a pair of heels or moccasins, and presto! You have the perfect evening dress!
As for shoes, the trench suits as well with the flat as heels. Pumps, boots, ankle boots, derbies, ballerinas, sneakers, moccasins. You just have to make your choice!
If you're still not convinced of the trench's high fashion potential, take a look at our slide show with a trench coat!
It is again the flagship coat of this mid-season. Created more than a hundred years ago, the trench coat has gone through time without getting a wrinkle. Discover our shopping selection.
Small historical reminder: it is Thomas Burberry who creates the trench coat in 1914, following a command of the British army. As World War I fights raged in Europe, the tailor was asked to develop a lightweight, waterproof jacket to protect the soldiers from wind and rain.

The first of the Burberry trenches is the "Tielocken".

The English designer develops a special fabric, with very tight fibers, which protects the soldiers in the trenches from bad weather. Every detail of the trench coat has been preserved in the modern trench and reminds us of this story. The shoulder pads were used to place the stripes, or hang his bag. The metal buckles at the cuffs, the back lined with an extra layer of fabric, is used to slide the rain on the back and allow better movement of the body during the fighting. His advantage is to go to all silhouettes: he stuffs the smallest while knowing to benefit them more round.
Here's all you need to know about the trench, how to choose it according to your silhouette, what color to adopt and where to get it.

Bet on the right trench color

Which color should you choose for your trench coat? Among all the colors on offer, I invite you to share things by restricting yourself to the classic colors of the trench coat. Opt for beige, camel or khaki. Avoid at all costs black, too connoted gothic, prefer at this time there a beautiful navy blue. Escape from the garish colors that will not fit this room.

Remember that beige and camel tones combine very easily with other colors. You can opt for khaki or navy only if you have a beige or camel trench coat in your wardrobe.

In order to choose the beige complexion, opt for a simple rule: browns and matte skins can afford slightly rosier shades, blondes and light-skinned chestnuts will move to more sanded shades.

Play with the trench belt

The belt is the highlight of the trench coat. She marks the size and thus feminizes silhouette vote.

If you want a very structured look, tie the belt as it should, ie in the loop of it.

You can either button the trench or leave it open, then tie the belt for a chic and casual look at a time.

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You can also tie the belt of your trench coat at the back to modernize and bend it. This is called girdling a "martingale" trench coat. To do this close your trench coat, then tie the belt with a double knot at the back taking care that it is not too perfect while falling down the silhouette (an art!). 

Finally, for the more adventurous, remove the belt and place instead of a printed scarf of your choice. Tie your choice at the back or front to come to stylize your trench coat. Be careful to choose a large enough scarf and carefully fold it, the nooks inside to make a harmonious belt.

You can borrow your man's cardigan and sublimate it with a big necklace and a nice lipstick. Feel free to search the locker room of your man, you will find ideas of outfits!

To learn more, read my article clothes and accessories to sting to your man.

If you're ever in a classic mood, go for a wrap dress or a tight dress that's perfect for work. Put on your coral or printed pumps and make a nice banana bun a little fuzzy.

If you think that the buns are hard to achieve and that it is not for you, I advise you to read my article 5 ways to make a beautiful bun to make you change your mind. Put on pretty pearls in your ears and put on a line of eyeliner "cat-eye" to modernize this look. Wear your sunglasses, and you look like a femme fatale.

If you have a large budget:

I can only advise you to invest in quality for this timeless piece that you can wear from one year to another without any problem. You will understand, in my opinion, trench rhymes with Burberry. But how to navigate the famous brand?

Finally, if you have a little more budget and love of detail, it is to the collection "Prorsum", more creative, that you must lead. Crazy details such as leather or tweed, metal belts or embroidered or very pretty buttonholes make the trench coat a true fashion accessory.

If you have a little budget:

Remain at British retailers and wager on the Topshop brand to find in London, or on the web. What is great at Topshop is that they offer all-climate and all seasons channels, to you to recognize the one that will be the most attractive by applying the counsel seen simply above. 

Do you as of now have a channel? How would you wear yours? At last, I need to advise you that the channel is worn on all events. Perfect to go to work, it is also laid back for the weekend or sophisticated for going out at night. A must-have for your wardrobe!