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Spring may be in sight, but in-between weather still lies in our future. We’ll have showers before flowers, as the saying goes, and the notoriously tricky-to-style transitional season to contend with before warm weather descends. For an easy solution to the coinciding wardrobe woes, why not turn to the trench coat? The humble hero of rain and noncommittal temps has been upgraded for spring and is looking more exciting than ever.
We saw it first in the collections, from designers like Phoebe Philo, The Row, Acne, and Toteme— cropped or tucked-in trenches, buttoned-up shapes that cradle the chin, and traditional silhouettes reimagined with built-in scarves and wraps that gracefully enrobe the wearer. And now, we’re seeing it in the streets. Twists on classic trenches have been abundantly popular among the style set in 2024, and the trend shows no sign of slowing down. Get in on the look with nine impactful, but easy-to-recreate trench coat outfit formulas, here.
Dark Neutrals
A traditional trench done in black elevates simple basics like straight-leg jeans and heeled boots.
Two Is Better Than One
Pair a swingy, single breasted trench with a matching scarf for a polished, yet playful look.
Cool and Cropped
Cropped trenches were a runway favorite for spring 2024. Try yours with a sleek black maxi and boots.
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Unlikely Ties
Proof that you can never have too much khaki, this showgoer tied a traditional trench backwards, creating a skirt-effect over his coordinating pants and shirt.
That’s a Wrap!
For an easy, interesting trench coat outfit try a wrapped, draped version and finish off with eccentric accessories.
Ladylike Layers
This fluid take on the trench and scarf combo takes on a ladylike edge with skin-tight boots, black leather gloves, and a poppy red lip.
All Buttoned Up
Try a trench buttoned all the way up for a chic, statement-making way to cut the cold.
Maximum Volume
An oversized design pairs perfectly with wide-leg trousers for a slouchy, chic look.
Enter the Matrix
Take the black leather trench out of the video game realm by pairing it with easy basics, like a white T-shirt, sneakers, and suit trousers.
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