20 Timeless Trench Coats For Transitional Season

When we think trench coat, we think Burberry. The brand's namesake founder invented gabardine, a heavy-duty and water-resistant fabric, in 1879 for the British army, and to this day, the British fashion house still makes many of its trench designs from the durable material.

The Long Waterloo is a heritage silhouette for Burberry and my personal favorite. It's structured, lightweight, and sits on the shoulders and rest of body perfectly. Let's just say there's a reason Burberry is synonymous with trench coats.

Channel that French girl je ne sais quoi with Sézane's trench, which features adjustable sleeves that you can keep as is for a classic look or roll up three-quarters for a more relaxed style.

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It's all in the name with this J.Crew coat, which features all the classic trench trimmings: a vintage khaki color, notch lapels, a poppable collar, and an adjustable belt. The updated silhouette features a slightly longer, drapier cut, for added flow.

Think of this cropped jacket as what would happen if a trench coat and a moto jacket had a baby—to wit: equal parts timeless and edgy.

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Barbour makes some of the most iconic barn coats, but don't sleep on the brand’s other outerwear styles. This water-resistant trench coat has a more relaxed fit with subtle bell sleeves and an A-line shape that creates a refined look.

A cropped plaid trench is destined to be a go-to piece for your fall wardrobe.

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For an option that can be worn beyond the transitional months, this budget-friendly pick from Aritzia is crafted with a premium, water-repellent cotton twill designed to deliver warmth up to 32-degrees Fahrenheit. Choose from nine different shades.

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The timeless trench gets the GP touch with a shorter length, an ultra-lightweight technical fabric, and a beautiful chocolate brown colorway that will perfectly complement all your spring outfits. Catch our digital style director, Roxanne Adamiyatt, wearing it all season long.

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Cropped trench coats continue to be on trend, and Jenni Kayne’s minimal, boxy take is a quintessential throw-and-go piece. Wear over knits, dresses, tees—you name it.

If khaki isn't your color, a black trench coat—like this sleek version from Nili Lotan—is just as versatile.

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A collaboration between Banana Republic and cool girl brand La Ligne, this oversized, water-resistant trench brings a soft, draped shape, a dramatic capelet across the back and sleeves, and a removable corduroy collar to bring some modern edge to your jacket wardrobe.

This trench jacket looks just as fabulous with straight leg jeans as it does with tailored trousers. It’s a bonafide It-girl style for spring.

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Mackintosh, another purveyor of heritage trench coats, recently collabed with Victoria Beckham on a chic collection of outerwear staples made to withstand the elements. This oversized trench coat, crafted of double face bonded cotton, is sure to come in handy come April showers.

This trench coat is designed to drape effortlessly over the frame, while shoulder padding creates an elegant, architectural shape. Plus, a water-resistant wool-blend makes it is great option for colder days. The perfect balance of relaxed and structured, if I do say so myself.

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For a riff on the classic trench that still maintains its versatility, this colorblocked version blends traditional khaki and black accents for a look that’s as timeless as it is statement-making.

With this modern version, you get the utilitarian practicality of a trench coat, but with a voluminous silhouette that offers up just the right amount of drama.

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This trench coat, crafted in a Japanese wool blend, will keep you warm in the transitional season. Also peep the red leather detailing on the belt! It’s certainly a piece you’ll reach for for years to come.

For a truly luxe trench coat option, this leather version, trimmed with a removable shearling collar is high glam at its finest.

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Contrast lapels in an autumnal plaid give this British trench an instant upgrade from “staple” to “special.”

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