I had a reader request for a trench coat roundup, and I didn’t need to be asked twice. A trench coat is one of my go-to layers for transitional seasons—and with its current resurgence, there’s no better time to add one to your wardrobe. Some are even calling 2025 ‘the year of the trench’, and I’m here for it!
Of course, like any classic piece that’s having a moment, some styles feel fresher than others. So let’s talk about what’s trending for Spring 2025, and then I’ll share my top picks to shop.
J.Crew Icon Trench in Vintage Khaki (6) // LOFT Striped Shoulder Button Wedge Sweater (S) // MOTHER Dazzler Flood Fray (29) // Reformation Kyla Boat Shoe in Rum Suede (also at Shopbop) (8.5) // Tom Ford sunglasses // Jenny Bird earrings & bracelet // Freja Caroline Bag (also at Revolve)
Trench Coat Trends for 2025
Trench coats for 2025 come in all shapes and sizes, from long and oversized to short and boxy, with plenty of classic styles still in the mix. The J.Crew Icon Trench I’m wearing above is an example of a more traditional style; it’s quite structured with a double-breasted front, a belt, large lapels, and extra details like epaulets and a storm flap. Khaki, stone, and black are the most classic colors, but you can also find trench coats in fun colors, like this bright green short trench at Talbots.
I’m also a big fan of the mac style—a more minimalistic, single-breasted option with softer shoulders. The long trench I’m wearing below is a few years old, and it’s a nice mix of the minimalistic mac style and a more traditional trench coat. I also have this short, boxy style that I brought with me on a trip to Florida. Although both are sold out now, I found a bunch of similar styles that are currently available in the shopping widget below.
similar trench // similar stripe tee // similar jeans // similar boots // DIFF sunnies // similar crop trench // red stripe sweater // Pistola Kinsley Flares // Paul Green Hadleys // Tom Ford sunnies // Away The Medium // Away The Bigger Carry-On // Away The Everywhere Bag
Trench Coats to Shop
I’ve rounded up a bunch of trench coats for spring in different styles and price points. Let me know which are your favorites!
Whether you’re looking for a timeless staple or a modern twist on the classic, there’s a trench coat for everyone this season. For more ways to refresh your wardrobe, check out my latest posts on 2025 Spring Fashion Trends!
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Great post! The Hunter and the Sam Edelman are my two favorites.
I’m excited to see the shorter trenches! As a petite, I’ve always felt overwhelmed in the full length ones. I agree that the “Mac” style is a bit softer and more feminine. They also seem more practical for wearing open. Now I just need to find one in the shorter length!
Great post! I love my Everlane Mac coat. I also have my eye on the Sezane Scott in navy.
Robyn……Could you link the two coats you mentioned. Thanks
Sorry, just saw this. Here’s the Sezane Scott: https://www.sezane.com/fr/product/trench-scott/camel#size-32
JoLynne included the Everlane Mac up above – it’s in the fourth row, second from the left.
I had been looking for a trench coat with a hood so I can use it as a raincoat. QVC had one last week that meant my specifications. It’s water proof with removable hood and single breasted. It’s in a petite size too. Hopefully I like it. It’s from Dennis Basso. He makes good coats.
I also saw that TSV of the Dennis Basso coat on QVC. I hope you love it, Basso does a wonderful job of designing outerwear (I have one of his wool coats and a faux fur jacket!).
Terri……Could you link the Dennis Basso coat you mentioned? Thanks
Kathy, you could go to the top of this post and click on SHOP, then QVC to go there. Just search for Dennis Basso trench coat and it should come right up! Many colors to choose from!
Hello to you in FL!! You probably needed a raincoat yesterday with your weather! I love this post on trench coats. I have a traditional black London Fog trench that I bought probably 30 years ago and wear it a lot! It’s long, about 6″ below my knee, single-breasted with zipout liner and hood. It’s perfect!! But I do love the shorter ones too. And I would love to get a lighter color. I was given my mother-in-law’s iconic Burberry trench that she bought in London, but it is SOOOO big on me. I keep wondering if I could have it tailored??
Hi Sue, I had a coat tailored a few years ago. It was way more expensive than I thought it would be. Taking in shoulders is a lot of work. But, if you love your mother in law’s Burberry trench cost it out.
Thanks, Joanna! I guessed it would be expensive and I’m not sure I want to invest in that. Right now I could wear it by wrapping it around my waist instead of trying to button it. Plus there are some stains, so I probably need to take it to the dry cleaners as well. The coat is a size 14 and I wear a 10!! She bought it in London and had it personalized with her initials. It’s special, I could never get rid of it.
Oh, I did! It was POURING when we went to dinner. I have a short trench, but no hood. Thankfully the hotel had umbrellas.
I had a London Fog Macintosh-style coat, bought it at a LF outlet store. Zip-out lining, zip off hood, about 6″ below the knee. I think the only difference was the color; mine was a mid-range taupe. It did have the flaps (not trad on a mac), but otherwise very true. I loved that coat and also wore it for probably 30 years.
Great post! I think this will be the year I add a trench coat to my wardrobe. Where should the sleeve length end? A little below the wrist? Thanks!
I guess so. I hadn’t really thought about it. According to Google: A trench coat sleeve should end between the crease of your wrist and the first knuckle of your thumb. This ensures that any long sleeves underneath are hidden.
I believe I’m the one who asked for this post. lol I’m still trying to find the unicorn one. I wish your Mac style, lighter, cool color one was still available. I need cool stone color with my greying hair and single breasted and longer like yours for dresses. I’m kind of over the traditional double breasted look. Most the longer single breasted I see are too yellow toned. I still have beige and black mid length traditional style ones I’ve had for years but ready to part with them for the longer Mac style. Hope I find one. Thanks for this post.
Some of these pictured come in different colors, it’s worth clicking thru on styles you like.
You didn’t feature any really long coats. Are they still being shown for Spring?
They are, I just added a few.
I am all in on the trench trend and have found some really nice affordable options at H&M!
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Love the mid length options! They just seem so modern! Especially love the one by Rails. Will watch for a sale. 😉
This trend is not for me, so I will be sitting this one out.
I think silk scarves might be in for 2025 but how to wear them? I have a small gold dot one that’s pretty.