Every wardrobe should be complete with a trench coat and I must admit, it has taken me some time to add one to mine. The history of the trench coat is an interesting one and like many of the fashions today; it started as a classic piece of a military uniform worn in the trenches of war then transcended into an essential fashion must have

The trench coat was introduced as a practical piece that protected British soldiers from the elements during World War I. It also was used to carry and keep military gear close to the soldier. Over time the trench coat has transformed from a rubber-cotton blend coat into a classic must have piece of every wardrobe. John Emray and Thomas Burberry are both credited for the patent of the trench coat though Burberry has brought the trench to the fashion world in the 1920s and onward. As fashion evolves though the decades, designers have put their own signatures on the iconic coat which can make finding the “perfect” trench coat a challenge from the fit, length, colours and fabrics. My search for the my trench has come to a pause when I found this wool blend trench from JustFab in the classic khaki colour with a pink plaid. The fit is perfect in the arms and cross the bust and let’s talk about how this length hits just right on me. The trench coat has been amended over the decades with detailed buttons, hidden pockets, patterns, lengths and of course colours. Whatever you choose for your trench, consider the following in your purchase:

• Layers: Your trench should allow for thick sweaters and/or blazer.
• Length: Personally, I like for the trench to hit below the knee but if you’re petite a mid thigh length will be more proportionate with your height.
• Colours: Khaki, a great neutral and of course a fun colour. Naturally, I opted for pink.
• Research: Study the fits, cut and fabrics used by different designers Remember, Not all trenches are made equally.
• Invest: The trench is such an iconic fashion pieces, so invest the time and money in this wardrobe staple.