The trench coat: your winter outerwear essential
You need a trench coat this season. Here's why.
When it comes to outerwear, the key to easy winter dressing is striking a balance between utility and style. Sometimes, this can be tricky - dealing with bulkiness while finding something functional enough to battle the elements can be a real challenge, especially when you’ve got layers to consider.
Our solution? The trench coat. It’s a refined, classic piece of outerwear that keeps rain, wind, and cold at bay while being stylish and easy to wear. With its rich history and instantly recognisable shape, the trench coat is more than just a practical coat to throw on – it’s a piece of menswear heritage that will last you forever.
Why choose a trench coat?
The trench coat has a classic appeal that few other outerwear pieces can match. Originally designed for military officers during World War I, it’s since been adopted as a staple for anyone wanting to navigate the urban landscape with class. Its longline cut keeps you covered from neck to knee, while the double-breasted front acts as a storm flap to keep the weather out and the warmth in.
One of the standout features of the trench coat is the fact you can wear it absolutely anywhere. It looks just as at home with some knitwear and chinos as it does with tailored trousers or a suit.
How to wear a trench coat
When choosing your coat, think about the fabric - cotton blends are the quintessential trench coat composition and excellent for milder winters. Wool blends that lean more toward an overcoat style offer extra warmth and feel heavier. The classic belted style adds another simple yet sartorial nod to your outerwear.
Colour is also a vital consideration. Traditional shades like camel, navy and black are options that work well with most outfits. If you want to experiment that slightly subverts the norm, consider deep olive, chocolate or charcoal grey.
What to wear with a trench coat
So, what to wear a trench coat? The short answer is: whatever you like. It’s part of an elite club of menswear pieces that truly can work with anything - whether it’s your day-to-day casualwear, office attire, or even a suit.
It's time to try a trench
The trench coat truly stands out as a winter essential, offering that perfect balance of functionality and style that you need in a cold-weather coat. The ability to wear it wherever, to be able to style it up or down, and the fact that it truly does keep out the elements, means it should be your go-to outerwear piece this season.
