Trench coat Looks

The Trench coat was originally created for soldiers during the World War. It is a type of raincoat with very deep pockets and a wide belt. The trench coat was made to be lightweight and waterproof. Trench coats are generally double breasted and there is usually always a belt that goes around the waist that can either be tied up or you can use the loops on the trench and put the belt through that. It typically has a buttoned strap on the shoulders but not always. Sometimes there is a buttoned flap on the back of the trench. There is usually always a belted loop around the wrist.

Although the trench coat was originally created for men in the military today it is also widely worn by women and it is a very popular staple in a woman's wardrobe.

One of the very biggest and most popular designers of trench coats was Thomas Burberry the founder of the clothing company Burberry which is well known for its iconic check design on the inside of it's jackets and coats. But Burberry is also well known for it's trench coats.

If you live in NYC you might have noticed that it has been raining for the last few days and trench coats are perfect for the rain. So I thought I'd share with you some trench coat looks worth investing in the next time you're shopping for a trench coat. When it comes to trench coats they come in so many colors and different prices so you don't have to spend a lot of money on a trench coat because depending on where you live it might not be something that you'll wear often. So if you're looking to save money you can check out retailers like Mango (Mango is not cheap, but you can put in your price range and it will populate what's in your budget. I set the price up to $227), ASOS, H&M, Topshop, Zara, Urban Outffiters and Forever21 just to name a few.

But if you have already tried trench coats and realize it's something you like and need for rainy days or on a warm, sunny or not so sunny day below are some options worth looking into. Below are several trench coat options from several retailers at different price points. To learn more about each trench coat you can click on the pictures which will take you to the store that sells the trench coat.