New York City has experienced Seattle-like rains this past week. Our dark sunglasses have been replaced by umbrellas and skyscraper heels by wellie boots. At least there is one saving grace, the trench! Originated for soldiers to wear during the First World War, the style became iconic thanks to Humphrey Bogart's 'Rick Blaine' in Casablanca and Peter Sellers' Inspector Clouseau. The original design was a tan or black fabric, ten-buttoned, double breasted long coat. Today, the style comes in a myriad of colors, fabrics and lengths, some even without sleeves! With today's updated trench styles, maybe rain isn't so bad.
Elizabeth and James bogart twill trench
Helmut Lang collarless twill trench
Derek Lam stretch denim trench
Stella McCartney bonded cotton-poplin sleeveless trench
Junya Watanabe wool and chiffon trench
Images courtesy of net-a-porter.com
Did you see the NYT piece on trenches today?! You scooped them!!
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