It seems only appropriate, as the rhyme suggests, that many parts of the country woke up to a rainy first day of April this morning. As we struggled with whether or not to slip into heavy wellies, or opt for a pair of skinny jeans instead of the fussy dress we originally planned for, one thing was for certain: Our look would be topped with the timeless classic trench coat.
No matter what you’re wearing underneath, a trench will always be a classic topper. We toss one over our shoulders on a rainy day and instantly feel like Brigitte Bardot or Françoise Hardy. The perfect springtime weight, in a go-with-anything neutral tan, the trench not only protects us from the elements in the chicest of ways, but is also tailored such that it will elevate your weekend denim look and pair perfectly with your office suiting.
As we await the promised May flowers that follow current April showers, we celebrate our favorite trench coat moments (and look to these fashion icons for inspiration as we shop for a new addition to our wardrobe, as well.)
Jane Birkin
Françoise Hardy
Marlene Dietrich in Witness for the Prosecution
Maryl Streep in Kramer vs. Kramer
Brigitte Bardot
Shop your own here!
Icon trench coat, $298, jcrew.com
Water repellent trench coat, $129, zara.com
Classic trench, $138, gap.com
Madewell Parcel cotton-blend gabardine trench coat, $170, net-a-porter.com
Burberry London The Kensington Mid cotton-gabardine trench coat, $1,795, net-a-porter.com
Camel double-breasted straight trench coat with belt, $145, frontrowshop.com
For more wardrobe essentials:
Spring Work-Outfit Inspiration: 7 Ways to Wear a Blazer This Spring
The Spring Layering Outfit Essential: Perfect Leather Jackets, All Under $300
The 8 French-Girl Style Must-Haves for Spring
Photos: Alamy, Getty Images
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