Wardrobe-wise, there is one item I inevitably associate spring with: the trench coat. It is also one of my favourite pieces in my closet. I have two, one in beige, the other one in black. However, my fashionable self has been coveting a new one. My only dilemma is: should I go for yet another knee-length one (it’s definitely my first choice, but I’ve been having trouble finding one that I love) or should I choose a new length (and silhouette) for a change, be it a short trench cape or a mid-thigh length trench, slightly A-shaped? These are two lovely interpretations that make it even harder to decide. Which one do you prefer?
Today I am a guest on Rachel’s wonderful blog, Little Bits of Lovely, sharing five lovely things I can’t live without. Rachel’s blog is an endless treat to all things beautiful and it is a real pleasure to be part of it.
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I like the short trench option… the top photo. A very cool option! Have a great day…x
Oh yes, the classic trench is definitely a wardrobe essential; in fact I’m just about to purchase a new one for the cooler months ahead here, so perfect timing on this post for inspiration
Thank you so much for being part 5 Lovely things Ada, it was such a pleasure to feature your beautiful post xx
I’d always go for one that ends somewhere mid-thigh and comes in some form of beige. Mine is chocolate brown, which works well, but I’d love to have a beige/camel one with brown buttons, too. I actually have another trench in silvery grey, got it from Patrizia Pepe ages ago and never wore – silly, I know, but I think I bought it because it was very beautiful rather than for wearing it straight away…
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I’m still looking for the perfect trench coat. I’m dreaming of a long beige trench coat with straight shape…maybe a man trench coat. But no luck yet
I have none right now and a knee-length one in beige is all I can think about now that spring is arriving. But I would like to have one in grey too. I wonder if someone is offering a two-for-one offer 😉 Let’s call Burberry and check!
I’m off to check out your post at Rachel’s.
i love no 2 – very easy – although the first is also good – i guess you have to think what you want to wear it with and also which would be more flattering xx
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Claire, I know in the end it will resume to which one’s more flattering. I’ve learned my lesson.
A friend of mine recently bought a beautiful A-line shaped trench, I loved it straight away! It depends on what your wearing I think. If the trenches you have are already knee height then I’d buy a shorter A-lined one. If not, I’d go for a long one with a belt.
I love the knee length trench as it suits my shape best
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I will go for a short trench cape one cause I am fully in love with capes! And me, too, I need a navy one! Maybe a camel, too! These decisions are hard, Ada, I know. Kisses 😉
Oh go for a new shape! I love the cropped swing one in the first one! it’s gorgeous! Off to check out your post now.
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The short trench is so cute … and new! Love it 😉 Thanks for your lovely comment, Ada, love … always a pleasure when you stop by! xoxo
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That’s a tough choice but I guess you’ll k now the winner when you see it!x
I love the trench coat, so elegant and sophisticated <3
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Love the length of that coat…ah it is so classic. xo
I can so relate to your dilema Ada–there are times I open my closet and find triplicates of the same kinds of pieces in the same colors! That usually spurs me to mix things up more, but I think most of us are creatures of habit and tend to buy the things we love. If you already have a classic trench, I hope you will branch out to another style trench and maybe a new color too–that top photo is sooo pretty! I just wish there were more occasion to wear one here. I have a thin Armani rain mac that’s over 10 years old; it isn’t a trench but I always pull out every time it rains (a few times a year)
xo Mary Jo
I agree that a trench is a total Spring wardrobe essential. The 3/4 length is the most classic but I bought a short one that is just past hip length last year and got so much wear out of it. It all comes down to what you feel comfortable with. Have fun trench shopping Ada!
I absolutely love this second image…can’t wait to pop on over the Rachel’s blog
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my fave coat – the classic trenchcoat in taupe. the 2nd image is so spring. Happy Wednesday and big hugs to you, Ada
Maria
These are gorgeous options. You can never have too many trenches, and it’s fun to switch things up. I have one in fuchsia and it’s surprisingly versatile!
A trench is a great and versatile piece. I tend to prefer the classic knee-length version because I find it more feminine and ‘timeless’. Having said that, if you already have this version, you may want to try something different…my only ‘concern’ with a shorter, A-shaped model is that it looks great on jeans and trousers (especially the slim fit), but it may be more difficult to style it with skirts…
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