Essential Element to Style: The Trench Coat

Do you remember way back to 2007 when Tim Gunn’s Guide to Style was on Bravo? Oh my. I loved that show to death.  The second I heard him talk about his 10 Essential Items, I ran out and picked them up. Well, I didn’t go as far as to get rid of my other items, but I did indulge in all the other items; including a trench coat.

Tim Gunn’s Essential Items

1. The Little Black Dress

2. Trench Coat

3. Dress Pants

4. Classic Shirt

5. Jeans

6.  Any Occasion Top

7.  Skirt

8. Day Dress

9.  Blazer

10. Sweatsuit Alternative

Bluefly.com has  some pretty awesome Spring trench coats on sale at the moment. Check these few looks out:

Via Spaga Brown Leopard Print ‘Carpa’ Pleat Back Trench

I don’t know what Tim Gunn would say about the Leopard Print design for this trench coat, but I don’t really care! Leopard  print is always fun, and if you need one, and you want to be the fashionista that you know you are, go for it! This has a notch lapel with double-breasted button front closure and has a belted waist.  It measures 32” from base of back collar to hem, 25” sleeve length from top shoulder seam and is $149.00.

Nannette Lepore French Blue Brocade ‘Violet Eyes’ Walking Coat

This is so my choice! I love it to death. The timeless Parisian style is perfect! This coat has a rounded notch lapel with single button front closure with a rounded three quarter sleeve. It does have a quilted lining, so it is a bit heavier then the Via Spaga trench. This is $372.

Elie Tahari Solstice Sateen Double Breasted Trenchcoat

You’ll stand out in the crowd if you pick this as your trench coat. The bright red, even though not a neutral, is still fun and I think Tim Gunn would approve. It has a spread collar with double breasted placket, includes dual side pockets and has a buckle belt along the waist and cuff.  It is a true rain coat and is $255.

Photos from: Bluefly.com