5 Tips On How To Wear A Double-Breasted Trench Coat

Trench coats were originally created to shield off the rain in colder climates. Traditionally a trench coat used to be made of thick gabardine cotton with a separate inner lining. The sleeves would be raglan sleeves and the length varied from above the knee to the longer varieties that would end just below the ankle.

Trench coats today are more of a fashion statement. While they keep you warm they look extremely stylish. This winter I saw an outburst of double-breasted trench coats that end mid-thigh or just above the knee. Last year I wore a short trench coat to the Ayesha accessories event (click here to see pictures) and this year I decided to add another trench coat to my wardrobe. (not wearing any makeup in the pics and my hair is just tied up loosely as it was still wet when I headed out to the market)

5 Tips On How To Wear A Double-Breasted Trench Coat

Trench coats come in various colours and styles. There are trench coats with peplum style detailing as well. If you are wondering how can we wear or style a double breasted coat here are some simple tips that will help you stay stylish and look uber chic in your favourite trench coat.

5 Tips On How To Wear A Double-Breasted Trench Coat

5 Tips On How To Wear A Double-Breasted Trench Coat

1. When wearing a double breasted trench coat remember to keep the buttons closed. The double panel of the coat looks horrible if left undone. Only if you are extremely skinny you can let the panels loose to add a little bulk to your silhouette. Close all the buttons properly and secure the belt if the coat has one. Most coats that come with a belt look awesome when the belt is tied because it cinches your waist and gives you a nice fit. In case you have a single breasted trench coat you can keep it open as it looks stylish but double panelled coats look overly bulky so avoid it.

   

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2. If your trench is a single solid colour you can play it up with any other compatible shade, for instance a beige trench coat with look lovely with denims or coloured trousers. Similarly a red trench coat would look great with black pants. You can also go monochromatic and play with the textures, wear a skirt in a colour similar to the colour of your trench coat.
3. Wear boots or high heels with your trench. Boots look great in winters just make sure if you are wearing a long trench keep the boots of a shorter length. Similarly if your trench coat is short play it up with knee high boots to get that oomph.
4. For a casual look carry a large bag to hold all your belongings but if you are going for an evening look then carry a clutch. 

   

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5. Lastly if you wear Indian outfits and are wondering how you can wear a trench coat with Indian attire then don't you fret. Trench coats look really good worn over a salwar suit or a kurti & churidar, and with sarees too. And if have a dupatta that you need to carry loop the dupatta like a scarf around your neck. This looks best if the trench coat neck does not end too close to your own neck. Basically the dupatta should look sleek and not bulky on your neckline.

I have picked out a lovely red and black double breasted trench coat from StalkBuyLove.com. The coat is made of woven wool polyamide with a polyester inner lining. The sleeves and belt are made of luxurious black velvet. The buttons are black. Its a warm coat and keeps the cold out.

I chose to carry a really interesting jacket styled bag called the Bike Red Bag that matches with my coat and I liked the whole biker look of this bag (look at how he doesn't want to get off the bike!) You can check out more interesting bags at StalkBuyLove.com

5 Tips On How To Wear A Double-Breasted Trench Coat

The bag has a large spacious pocket inside. And the two side zippers you see on the front are actually pockets to hold smaller things like a metro card or coins or face tissues. This bag is a head turner wherever you go!

I hope you found some tips that you can use this winter. Enjoy rest of the week and stay stylish!

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