A trench coat is the basis of every spring wardrobe

Designer Michael Kros once said about the trench coat: "You'll suddenly look like Audrey Hepburn walking along the Seine in a trench coat," and he was right.

A trench coat is an immortal and timeless piece in your wardrobe that you can pull out every year and knock the thorn out of your heel. Just like jeans, white shirt, black pants or little black.

What are the origins of the iconic trench coat?

The first company that claims to have invented the trench coat is the company Aquascutum around 1853 , which sewed coats for army officers , and there is a story connected to it. Two British officers, who, thanks to the same coats used by the Russian army, marched with the enemy until they could join their unit.

The second company is Burberry, where Thomas Burberry patented the trench coat in 1901 as his model. As early as 1914, he began supplying them for British officers. At the end of the First Light War, the trench coat was so popular that it spread among humans as well.

A trench coat is an uncomfortable coat that has been tried and tested for years. It entered the women's wardrobe only in the 60s of the last century, and with a few variations it is constantly a hit.

How to choose the right trench coat?

A trench coat must meet several basic elements. Let's look at them together.

• Color – the classic beige color is immortal and goes with just about any outfit. You can wear it with jeans, a dress or a skirt and you will always look elegant.
• Buttons - a trench coat and a double-breasted fastening belong together, but you can't underestimate the color of the buttons. The double-breasted closure tends to optically shorten the body and is more suitable for tall figures. For petite figures, we recommend going for a single-breasted closure. If you choose bold buttons, you will optically lengthen your body and attract attention at first glance.
• Sleeves - the sleeve of the trench coat can be a classic cap sleeve, which is complemented by decorative shoulder straps with buttons. The second suitable type is the raglan sleeve, which will look good on a woman with broad and straight shoulders.
• Decorative epaulettes - suitable for those with droopy shoulders. With the help of epaulettes, the shoulders will be optically balanced and the trench coat will suit us better.
• Collar – the trench coat has its characteristic wide collar. We have to be careful with the collar! The wider the collar, the more visually expanded the shoulders and overall upper body.
• Back – on most trench coats, the back part is supplemented with a saddle, which tends to visually widen the back and is more suitable for women with wider hips. The saddle on the back part is less suitable for women with broad shoulders, which will visually widen them.
• Size of the trench coat – the trench coat is usually chosen at least one size larger. You can wear a warmer sweater, jacket under it and you will extend the time it can be worn.
• Belt - the trench coat is always belted with a tied or tightened belt, which beautifully highlights the waist and the overall silhouette of the body.

What material to sew a trench coat from?

The dilemma comes from what material to sew a trench coat from and to decide if we want to stay with the classic beige color or jump into bolder color combinations.

When sewing, reach for cotton twill , which is a strong material and, thanks to its weave, stands out for its considerable resistance. At first glance, it may not seem like it, but it is characterized by its warmth, as a layer of air is maintained between the fibers, which prevents heat from escaping . Cotton twill is easy to maintain , it can be washed and ironed at high temperature . As soon as you get hold of the twill, use it not only for a trench coat, but also to sew comfortable trousers , a jacket or decorative pillows and tablecloths .

The second option to reach for when sewing a trench coat is cotton sateen . Cotton sateen has similar properties to cotton twill, but its face is shiny , which gives the trench coat an interesting look.

If you don't want the classic beige trench coat, you shouldn't miss Double-sided luxury costume fabric with shine No. 132721 , which can be used from both the front and back sides. The costume fabric is pleasant to the touch , flowing , firm and you just have to choose which color is the best for you.

How to wear a trench coat?

A trench coat can be combined with anything formal or casual and you will always look great. Just liven it up with colorful accessories, a brooch, a big scarf or a fashionable hat .

With a trench coat, you can put on sneakers, put on jeans and you have the perfect piece for the whole day. Swap your sneakers for pumps, moccasins and go to a party, a theater performance or a good dinner.

A trench coat goes well with classic and skinny jeans , loose trousers with pleats , sheath and looser dresses and skirts . With skirts and dresses, be careful that they do not peek out too much from under the trench coat. Optically, it shortens and expands the figure.