This iconic piece remains a wardrobe staple even in the cold season. A direct descendant of the waterproof coats created by inventors Charles Mackintosh and Thomas Hancock in the early 1820s, the trench coat has been a symbol of timeless elegance for decades. And this season, its ubiquity has been enhanced with insulation. We’ll tell you more about it below.
Charlize Theron. Photo: Thomas Razzano/BFA.com
To combat the cold, another key element is added to the icon of classic style – a leather jacket. At first glance, these two things seem to be opposites: a leather jacket embodies a rebellious spirit and courage, while a trench coat appeals to restrained chic and classic sophistication. But it is in this fashionable duo that they form a particularly relevant, verified image, combining respect for the classics and modern aesthetics. The result is a multi-layered ensemble, unusual, but logically built.
Stars have already actively picked up this trend. Charlize Theron, for example, chose a model from Desigual. Her coat combines the features of a trench coat and a leather jacket, turning into a hybrid thing that literally embodies the idea of this trend. To complete the ensemble, the actress chose a beige knitted set, a black clutch and ankle boots. The result is an elegant but modern look that delicately balances between classic and fashionable boldness.
Desigual
Miu Miu
Burberry
Prada
Mango
The Frankie Shop
Saint Laurent
Isabel Marant
Uniqlo
Based on materials from vogue.fr