How to Find the Best Trench Coat

Hourglass//Apple//Column//Inverted Triangle//Pear or Here

This classic trench is one of my most used, year-round jackets. I purchased this petite, London Fog brand last year in February from Macy’s online at the end of the winter season. (They had a ton of options online.) I wanted one that was water resistant, had a lining, and a detachable hood.

I specifically looked for one with slender sleeves. I also ended up altering it slightly by taking off the wrist cuffs because I thought they looked too “Inspector Gadgety.” I also didn’t button the pockets to give it a more simple, streamlined appearance.

I style my trench several different ways depending on the weather. My two favorite ways to wear it are to roll up the sleeves and leave it open in warmer weather or to button it up, belt it, and add a scarf on top in colder weather.

For more specific details on what to look for in a fashion trench and to avoid looking like  Sherlock Holmes, see my post on The Classic Trench. Scroll down for specific details on buying a trench according to your body shape.

Hourglass: Look for a fit and flare shape. It should be fitted in the top/bust area into the waist, then flare out at the bottom.

Apple: Find a single breasted style that cinches at the waist and is at least hip length or longer. The car coat style (pear) is also a good option. If you like a little flare on the bottom, go for it! An a-line silhouette looks good on all shapes.

Inverted Triangle: Look for clean simple shoulder lines with no padding or details (like epaulettes), which will make your shoulders look broader. Look for a flare on the bottom.

Pear: The single breasted trench like the apple above or a simple car coat style is very flattering. Wearing it open can create a nice long vertical line. If you like a little flare on the bottom, go for it! An a-line silhouette looks great on all figures!

Column: You can wear any style. Your shape can pull off the traditional double breasted style a lot easier than the others.

Please share: Which of the three spring capsule coats (blazer, utility, or trench) do you like the best?

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Hourglass//Apple//Column//Inverted Triangle//Pear or Here

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