Not too long ago, reader Leah mentioned that she loves a good trench coat, but wasn’t sure how to pair outfits with it. I wanted to take today to show you that you can wear just about anything with a trench. Heck you can even wear a horrific outfit and still look good if you’re wearing a great coat, just keep it buttoned up all day (actually nix that, I don’t encourage bad ensembles here)! So here are three different looks I put together with my H&M trench coat (love!) to serve as inspiration:
European Chic - Gap bow detailed top, byCorpus high waisted jeans, Jeffrey Campbell oxfords.
This is a classic trench coat look. I paired a slim cut jean with one of my favorite button down blouses. Throw on a pair of heels, a neck accessory, and you’re good to go! (Look at Oliver pose – he makes a momma proud).
Mais Oui - ModCloth floral print dress, Forever21 multiple strand necklace, Free People gold metal embellished flats
Bring out your sweet side by pairing your trench with a floral dress and some metallic flats. I paired this purple and yellow printed piece with a green necklace - all very complimentary colors (key: if the color combo appears in nature, then it’s a pretty safe bet to wear).
Wild Thing - H&M sequin embellished sweater, leather skirt, Urban Outfitters wedged boots.
Trench coats aren’t just for the traditionalists. Pair it with an edgy skirt, some lace-up boots, and add a touch of femininity with a soft top to mix the best of both worlds.
I hope that this served as some inspiration on how to wear a light-weight trench, one of the hottest trends this season (as seen in my Guide to Spring 2010!). Which look do you like best? How do you wear your trench coat? Enjoy!
~Maria
Leah H.
5 months ago
Oh my gosh, thank you so much for posting this!! And you mentioned me! That made me smile, haha
I love all the looks you posted, especially the second one. Now, I just need to find the perfect trench…
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admin Reply:
February 25th, 2010 at 11:54 am
Hahaha! Just a few more days till the Jean-Paul one comes out I believe!
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Arielle Anthony
5 months ago
Oh this is so cute! I especially love the 2nd look… soo adorableeee. omg haha sorry. I’ve never really thought about trench coats, but now i really want one
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admin Reply:
February 25th, 2010 at 11:54 am
H&M has this really cute red one right now *drools*
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Emmy Hristova
5 months ago
You are so beautiful Maria! These outfits are perfect, I love them!! I’ve been looking forward to buying myself a trench coat for awhile now. I’ve had my eye on this yellow and white broad striped one at Target for sometime now >.< Anways, I would wear mine with some high waisted shorts and a blouse in the summer.
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admin Reply:
February 25th, 2010 at 11:55 am
That sounds divine! I want a colorful trench now!
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Jaime
5 months ago
Fab looks. Gotta love a good, classic trench!
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admin Reply:
February 25th, 2010 at 11:55 am
So true!
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Janine
5 months ago
I love that trench! Can’t wait until Portland finally gets an H&M! I think it might be happening this summer.
That dog is in all of your pics!
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admin Reply:
February 23rd, 2010 at 6:22 pm
He’s such an attention whore
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Jonathan Volk
5 months ago
I LOVE the first picture. Very beautiful!
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admin Reply:
February 25th, 2010 at 11:56 am
Thanks love
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