From their humble beginnings, designed for soldiers in the early 1900s to becoming a staple in the wardrobe of the fashion forward, it’s no wonder the trench coat has such a storied fashion history.

Like so many pieces of everyday modern apparel, the topcoat originates in military uniforms. The ubiquitous gentleman’s jacket is a stripped-down, streamlined version of the various greatcoats worn by ...

Military trench coat worn by Army Chaplain Louis J. Beasley.The double-breasted coat is made from brown wool twill with full-length straight cut sleeves and a hem reaching to mid-calf. The collar has ...

Jemima Kirke, Rosalia and Julianne Moore wear trench coats - Getty While the shops are full of cosy winter coats, the most appropriate outerwear right now seems to be a classic trench coat. Light ...

The classic trench coat was first developed in the 1800s and became practical military attire around World War I. It was designed to be worn in the trenches, which is where the piece of outerwear got ...

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 ...

Trench coat, raincoat, mac? The naming conventions for men’s foul-weather clothing are in shambles these days. Mac or mack, short for Mackintosh — or at least a move to avoid trademark infringement on ...

If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Katie Holmes and Lindsay Lohan have been spotted in the closet staple, too Target (3) A trench coat is a smart fall fashion investment, ...