Classic With a Twist! 8 Trench Coat Outfit Ideas to Try This Spring
We are nearing the end of winter, about to head into spring’s bloom. Before we reach peak April flourish, we have the fun but notoriously tricky-to-style transitional season to contend with. For an easy solution to the coinciding wardrobe woes, why not turn to the trench coat? The humble hero of rain and noncommittal temps has been upgraded for spring and is looking more exciting than ever.
Vogue’s Favorite Trench Coats
The Classic Choice
Burberry Castleford Trench coat
The All Black Moment
Gap Icon trench coat
The Preppy Pick
Barbour Milda trench coat
Over the years, we’ve seen plenty of riffs on the trench in designer collections, from the likes of Burberry, Prada, Chloé, and Toteme—paneled patchwork trenches, balloon-sleeve shapes, cropped cuts, and even silhouettes with scarves or wraps that gracefully engulf the wearer. Now, we’re seeing even more innovation in the streets. Modern twists on trenches were abundantly popular among the style-set in 2026, and the trends of unexpected colors, technical fabrics, and subtle fabrics shows no sign of slowing down. Our guide to out-shining spring showers, below.
The Classic Beige
Nothing says elevated essential quite like the classic tan trench. Burberry’s—a heritage wardrobe staple—feels effortless when pared back to worn-in denim, ankle boots, and refined jewelry (a little inspiration from a binge of Love Story).
Burberry
Castleford Trench coat
Levi's
Wedgie bootcut jeans
Brilliant Earth
Allegra hoop earrings
Khaite
Arizona boots
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J.Crew
Icon trench coat
ME+EM
relaxed trench coat
The Classic Black
For those who swear by a monochromatic wardrobe, a black trench is a timeless extra to add to your rotation.
Leset
Kyoto car coat
Veronica Beard
Charissa midi dress
Khaite
Crosby bag
Manolo Blahnik
Carolyne pumps
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Nili Lotan
Tanner trench coat
Gap
Icon trench coat
The Cape Effect
Part trench, part cape, these breezy overcoats have an effortlessly regal energy.
Chloé
long trench coat
Norma Kamali
Pedal Pusher cropped leggings
Banana Republic
The Everyday shirt
Proenza Schouler
Glove stiletto pumps
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Cos
cropped trench coat cape
Zara
removable vest trench coat
The Bold Red
Statement hues have made their mark for spring—opt for cherry red to turn heads, the street style way.
Toteme
light spring trench
Levi's
501 '90s jeans
Splendid
Classic turtleneck
Loeffler Randall
Neive pumps
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Burberry
long Castleford trench coat
Prada
single-breasted coat
The Technical Fabric
An extra-oversized trench in technical fabric is an elegant, more fluid take on the typical trench coat.
Miu Miu
reversible single-breasted coat
Alaïa
Shell skirt
Leset
Nando tee
Nike
LD-1000 shoes
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Burberry
long nylon trench coat
Barbour
Milda trench coat
The Chocolate Brown
If a vibrant red trench feels too bold, why not try shades of deep, chocolate brown? It’s a trending hue with timeless appeal.
The Frankie Shop
Dursey trench coat
Massimo Dutti
asymmetric skirt
The Row
Round ballet flats
Chanel
Coco Crush necklace
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Almada Label
Sienna suede coat
Zara
short trench coat
The Suede Trench
Texture adds that subtle finish to an ensemble. Opting for one in suede trench feels particularly luxury when teamed up with similarly hued accessories.
Nour Hammour
Tate trench coat
Guest in Residence
The Wild Rag
Rue de Verneuil
Traversée Shaggy tote bag
Reformation
Ani penny loafers
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Almada Label
Sienna suede coat
Vince
long coat
The Contrast Collar
A combination of the popular barn coat and timeless trench, this jacket has a preppy, idiosyncratic charm.
Róhe
checked wool coat
Miu Miu
corduroy pants
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