The women’s trench coat was introduced into the 1920s and 1930s fashion lexicon when newly liberated women desired a crisp outwear alternative to pair with Coco Chanel’s menswear-inspired creations.

In the decades following this British invasion of outerwear, the trench coat remained a fashion choice for leggy models and secret agents (who were the only style patrons able to wear a belted coat adorned with D-rings, epaulets and flaps easily.)

Thanks to the multitude of women’s trench coat options now available at all prices, styles and sizes, the luxury-loving well-dressed woman and the recessionista, can both sport a luxe and fabulously smashing must-have trench. Read the rest of this entry »