A trench coat is a wise wardrobe investment, the fashion item that transcends trends, occasions and even seasons. Spring is when the best trench coats really earns their keep, and if you have found yourself missing an appropriate jacket for this in between weather, its time to enter your trench coat era and find your perfect one. The cost per wear of a women's trench coat will be mere pennies.
Royals and celebrities alike love a trench coat for its chic, put together appeal. Meghan Markle, Queen Camilla and Princess Kate are all owners of a trench coat or two, usually in the traditional beige but they've been known to dabble in a khaki green trench coat or black, too.
The trending trench coat: M&S Trench Coat, £89 / $159- The high street trench coat: H&M Twill Double Breasted Trench Coat, £39.99 / $59.99
- The black trench coat: M&S Trench Coat, £79 / $139
- The short trench coat: Boden Mayfair Cropped Trench Coat, £170 / $245
- The pink trench coat: Next Pink Coat, £65
The trench coat trend du jour is to wear one cropped; you'll find short trench coats all over the high street as an ideal segueway into spring fashion. Suede trench coats are becoming popular, thanks to the 2024 love affair with all things suede; I'd go for one in dark, mahogany brown and be sure to protect it with a specialist spray.
Trust me when I say high street's best trench coats for women are going to be your BFF every season, acting as the cover-up of the moment, whatever you're doing. Here at HELLO!, the team love them so much that we tracked down Cat Deeley's trench coat and Michelle Keegan's favourite trench.
Royal trench coats
The royals love a trench coat - and I mean love. Princess Kate's preferred style is a Burberry trench, which instantly adds an elegant finish to any look.
Meghan Markle's also a Burberry fan (particularly a silk trench coat) and Queen Camilla's £630 Bristol trench by Camilla and Marc has been spotted on the royal on numerous outings.
How I chose the best trench coats
- Design: Traditionally, trench coats are made from heavy-duty, waterproof material but as needs and trends change, they're now made in a range of fabrics and I've only listed coats that look, in essence, like a trench coat. They might not all be waterproof, but stylish they are.
- Colour: Yep, there's the traditional beige/neutral colourways but don't dismiss other shades, like blue, green, red and pink. You'll find a variety below.
- Style: If you thought a trench coat was only double-breasted, think again. The high street is full of trench coats, both double and single, and I've included both styles to suit your preference.
- Price: Designer trench coats can retail for upwards of £3,000 - to include all budgets, you'll find a range of price points in this selection so you can spend a little or spend a lot.
Shop the best trench coats for women in 2025
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M&S Suedette Trench Coat
© ASOS- Sizes: 6 - 24
- Colours: Brown
- Fabric: Polyester
Editor's note: "Suede is still big news right now and I am obsessed with this stunning trench coat in a suedette-look. The oversized shoulders give it a contemporary feel and when paired with denim, j'adore. It's all over Instagram and is one of M&S' bestsellers right now, so I'd snap it up while it's in stock."
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H&M Twill Trench Coat
© H&M- Sizes: XXS - 4XL
- Colours: Light beige
- Fabric: 100% polyester
Editor's note: "H&M's trench coats can't be beaten on price or style, and this classic belted style is a sure fire winner. Coming in under £50, it has all the markings of a timeless piece - the belt, the double-breasted fastening and the stormflaps."
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M&S Cotton Rich Belted Longline Trench Coat
- Sizes: 6 - 24
- Colours: Black, Beige
- Fabric: 98% cotton, 2% elastane
- Lining: 100% polyester
Editor's note: "Trust M&S to produce this absolute classic trench coat, in black, a much punchier shade than camel. Featuring a double-breasted front and double lining, it's a great one to buy and repeat wear throughout the seasons."
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Boden Cropped Trench Coat
© Boden- Sizes: 4 - 22
- Colours: Hazelnut brown
- Fabric: 100% cotton
- Lining: 100% polyester
Editor's note: "If a shorter, jaunty trench coat is your bag, we love Boden's cropped trench coat for pairing with high-waisted jeans. Everyone on socials is wearing one, and I'm going to have to give this one a go."
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Next Belted Trench Coat
- Sizes: 6 - 22
- Colours: Beige and black
- Fabric: 58% Cotton, 35% Polyester, 7% Nylon
Editor's note: "This timeless trench from Next, under £50, is an ideal buy if you're looking for a classic trench coat to see you through seasons. This one has a hood, a very cool addition to the timeless style."
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New Look Beige Check Trimmed Trench Coat
© New Look- Sizes: 6 - 20
- Colours: Tan
- Fabric: 64% Polyester, 35% Viscose, 1% Elastane.
- Lining: 100% Polyester
Editor's note: "Adding something into the mix is this check-trimmed trench coat. It has all the same design points as a traditional heavy-duty trench, but created with check detailing, complete with belt, double-breast and stormflaps."
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River Island Khaki Trench Coat
© River Island- Sizes: XS - XL
- Colours: Khaki
- Fabric: 100% cotton
Editor's note: "I love the khaki green of this River Island trench coat, for something non-beige but muted. The relaxed, oversized shape gives a contemporary feel."
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Levi's Spade Denim Trench Coat
- Sizes: XS - L
- Colours: Denim
- Fabric: 100% cotton
Editor's note: "This denim trench coat really does look as stylish as anything, with its mis wash and flattering silhouette."
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Burberry Chelsea Long Organic Cotton-Gabardine Trench
- Sizes: 4 - 18
- Colours: Beige
- Fabric: 100% organic cotton
Editor's note: "If you're looking for the trench coat of the royals, there's only one label to go for - Burberry, the creators of the original fashion trench and the luxe label loved by Princess Kate, Meghan Markle and more."
Trench coat outfit ideas
It's the best jacket for throwing on over jeans, dresses, workwear, partywear, loungewear… you name it, a trench goes. Don't worry if you're not so keen on a traditional trench coat in camel – they look equally as cool in black, navy and pink too while leather, suede and denim finishes are still having a moment. Or go for cropped, like stylist Ingrid Fagerli Edvinsen, for a cute look.
© InstagramNot sure whether to go single breasted or double? In theory, a single breasted trench coat has a more slim, modern and streamlined look, as seen on Hollie Mercedes, while a double breasted trench is a classic fit that suits all figures, and has a more formal look.
© InstagramIf it's super casual yet chic you want, I love a trench coat with a baseball cap, leopard jeans or a mini skirt and Mary Janes, or make like Emma Rose Thatcher and throw one on over joggers.
