The trench coat, which we used to consider an unchanging classic, is experiencing an unexpected reboot this season. The spring-summer 2026 collections showed: it is becoming shorter, bolder and much more relevant for a modern wardrobe. From retro silhouettes in the spirit of the 1960s to minimalist interpretations with clean lines – the cropped trench coat is quickly turning from an alternative to the main thing of the season. And it seems that it will be the purchase that will instantly update any look.
Ralph Lauren
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Spotted in the spring-summer collections of Isabel Marant, Totême and Max Mara, the trench coat is noticeably shortened this season – by a few centimeters. And it's no wonder: the iconic item has become one of the main objects for creative experiments by designers. We saw it with a bow at Saint Laurent, with hyperbolized volumes at The Attico, in leather at Courrèges – but it is the short version that is most relevant today.
Max Mara
Isabel Marant
There are no limits when it comes to materials and cuts. You can choose a short trench coat in leather, denim, or in the most minimalistic variations with clean lines. It adds a modern touch to your basic wardrobe and easily adapts to any style.
Maison Margiela
Favorites include 1990s-inspired styles, suede versions, options with contrasting details, and timeless silhouettes.