Spring Showers

Chic-ly Take Cover

Even Coco has a chic trench coat -- Isaac Mizrahi, Target circa 2005.  

Nothing pulls together an outfit like a great looking coat.  Technically, it doesn't matter what you have on underneath the coat, when all you see is THE COAT.

With spring FINALLY on its way, I thought it would be wise to look at the trench coats that are currently available for your every-day runway.

The Trench Coat

It's an undeniable classic.  Whether you prefer single or double breasted, classic tan, a standout color (red, anyone?), or a fun print, the trench coat is one you'll be reaching for quite often.

When I think of trench coats, I think of Burberry; however, they're not the only coat in the closet.  There are many options at a more budget-friendly (while still chic) price point.  Let's take a look…

1.  Burberry London Littleton Coat via Saks.  Yes, it's at the higher end of the price spectrum at $1195, but it's timeless.  I love the ruffled hemline which softens the unisex feel of the trench.  It totally creates ladylike polish to a classic double breasted profile.  Navy?  Absolutely.

2.  Flared Trench via Banana Republic.  I personally have a classic Banana Republic trench coat.  This one is updated with (similar to the Burberry Littleton) a flared hemline.  Also comes in black.  At $225, a great look at a great price.

3.  Gingham Trench via Banana Republic.  I'm crazy for gingham and seer sucker.  Blame it on my southern roots.  This is a preppy cool, more casual cover up for the rain.  $175

4.  Burberry Buckingham Cotton Trench via Saks.  This is classic with all the traditional details.  $1,495.

5.  Steve Madden Faux Leather Mixed-Media Trench via Macys.  This is maybe not as "timeless," but certainly has the style we're looking for in our wardrobe.  At $149.99, you could likely afford to replace it in a couple of years.

Style Tip:

Switch out the self-belt that the trench comes with for a colorful thin leather belt.

Why? Three good reasons.

 (1) It accentuates your waist or helps you create one.

 (2) It adds a pop of color on a rainy spring day.

 (3) It is more interesting than the same kind of belt everyone else is wearing.

Now bring on the spring weather….showers and all!

Positively yours,

Paula Chamblin Aulino

Interior Designer, Associate ASID

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