https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 20 Apr 2026 02:13:37 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try/page/2#post-2028819 Mon, 20 May 2019 12:23:30 +0000 lyn67 2028819@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I loved the cobalt for a cheery color but I now love the last one better for fit and everything...but depends on your needs a statemenet vs a neutral color). I don't like the one with the tweed around your face.</p> <p>Ah, boots are a beautiful shade and goes great with the charcoal coat, -but too loose on your legs(from behind).</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try/page/2#post-2028795 Mon, 20 May 2019 10:53:55 +0000 Staysfit 2028795@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Rachy, and JAileen, my inclination now is to hold the Burberry while I continue to look for a while. I was looking at the measurements of the Burberry Chelsea coat, and it looks smaller in the torso and larger in the hips making it more of a fit and flare shape like the Kate Spade. It may also be a few inches longer. This one I have now is a Kensington. The Chelsea comes in a dark navy, and I’m trying to decide if I can wear that? I think this is the longest Kensington model, 41.5 inches, I need to measure the length to be certain, the Chelsea is 44.5 inches. The Tibi and Kate Spade are 50 inches..... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try/page/2#post-2028733 Mon, 20 May 2019 00:25:54 +0000 rachylou 2028733@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don’t know which is which... I think you look amazing in the last darker one with your colouring; I just see YOU really clearly in that colour. I also think the second one with the plaid lining is cool - but it’s interesting, I find you blend into the coat a bit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try/page/2#post-2028675 Sun, 19 May 2019 19:35:01 +0000 JAileen 2028675@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the grey one on you best. Next the one with contrast lapels. The bright blue one doesn’t seem to fit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try/page/2#post-2028624 Sun, 19 May 2019 15:48:23 +0000 Staysfit 2028624@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I haven’t seen that Rachel Roy trench, thanks Neelie!</p> <p>SarahD8, your thinking is on point. The Hobb’s seems to go with all my pantsuits and with jeans. It’s a little shorter than I like for my sheath dresses but it may be okay to use while I keep looking. My formal dressy capsule is focused on longer length dresses, either midi or maxi length. A friend I trust is coming over to give me an opinion about the Burberry color and length. It know it’s the right length for the majority of my work week dresses. It may be long enough for my slightly longer midi skirts as well. It didn’t look bad with the dress and heels I tried this morning, so it may be okay for my more formal wear although neither of us like when coats are too short over a dress. The Kate Spade and Tibi are going back. The smaller Tibi is still a possibility. I may head to the mall again with my friend to see if we can find anything..... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try/page/2#post-2028618 Sun, 19 May 2019 15:33:53 +0000 Neelie 2028618@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Did you see this Rachel Roy blush trench?&nbsp; It looks pretty sleek, pretty colour for you too</p> <p>.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try/page/2#post-2028601 Sun, 19 May 2019 14:18:55 +0000 SarahD8 2028601@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Staysfit, in relation to your latest update my vote is to keep the Hobbs and send all the rest back. The Hobbs is the only one that is true love and it sounds like it might work better over longer hemlines than you initially thought. I would say keep looking for a longer trench while evaluating whether you truly need one from a functional point of view. (Like: how often do you go to events where you need to walk more than 3 blocks AND it is raining hard enough to need the protection of a trench? How much would it cramp your style to wear a shorter hemline on those occasions? Do you own shorter skirts/dresses that you could wear then or is your dressy capsule truly focused on midis/maxis? How many of your dressy bottoms look acceptable with the Hobbs?) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try/page/2#post-2028592 Sun, 19 May 2019 13:13:13 +0000 Bijou 2028592@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Staysfit - it is a real dilemma. From going back and looking at all the photos, my preference is still the Burberry, the cut is beautiful on you and the quality evident.&nbsp;If the Burberry comes in navy, is that a colour that would appeal to you? Navy is a classic colour, whilst a Burberry coat is conservative it is a classic that stands the test of time.</p> <p>However, for&nbsp;the money of the Tibi or Burberry (even if reduced) it should be love and not less than perfect. Buying an expensive trench should always make you feel just that little bit special each and every time you wear it. I know my 12 year old Burberry still holds that little bit of magic for me and I don't want you to settle for anything less than that especially when looking at paying for an expensive trench.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try/page/2#post-2028587 Sun, 19 May 2019 11:27:25 +0000 Staysfit 2028587@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This morning I retried everything over a midi dress with heels. The Hobbs looks surprisingly good over a midi dress even though it does not provide good coverage at the bottom. The same is true for the Burberry, although the coverage is better. It hit a few inches below my knee, lower than I originally thought. DH has decided he does not like the collar of the Kate Spade. It’s clear he is not in favor of this trench. He is also starting to question the Tibi as being a shade too bright and dark; and he wonders if the coat is “sleek” which he knows is one of my key style adjectives. He thinks the Burberry is “conservative”, which may be his word for boring, but it’s hard to tell. It could also means he loves it. He claims not to have opinions! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try/page/2#post-2028521 Sun, 19 May 2019 02:24:05 +0000 Alicewonderland 2028521@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Try the trenches on with the dresses and shoes you intend to wear with them. I like the Kate spade best. It looks like it would look best over dresses. The fabric still looks a bit stiff but it looks neat and the fit looks okay. The Tibi is a pretty color but I think the fabric may always appear light and wrinkled which isn’t great for formal events. You must absolutely love the fabric or it will drive you crazy and you won’t wear it. The Burberry is of course nice but seems really different from the other things you’re choosing which makes me think maybe you might not like much about it besides being a Burberry. Keep trying. I think if it’s “the one” you’ll know when you put it on. The boots are definitely too wide in the calves. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try#post-2028489 Sun, 19 May 2019 01:16:06 +0000 Jaime 2028489@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the Burberry trench on you and that is my pick. The shoulder fit is great and I love the classic trench style.&nbsp;<br />And the lavender boots are keepers. Slouchy is trending but regardless the color is gorgeous and if they are comfortable I think they look wonderful on you.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try#post-2028486 Sun, 19 May 2019 01:13:48 +0000 taylor 2028486@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Burberry for the win , not even a close second here. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try#post-2028473 Sun, 19 May 2019 00:46:38 +0000 Gigi 2028473@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, big purchases like this can sure be a lot of work! Good for you to be so careful about making a good decision.</p> <p>Out of these three, I like the Kate Spade best. I like the proportions with your figure. The waist tie seems to be in a good spot. I like the color of it, although I do find the color of the Burberry to be more flattering.</p> <p>The turquoise one looks a little too big. I'm glad you're ordering a size down. I would watch on this one for the placement of the waist tie. On the first photo, it looks like the tie is a little too high for your natural waist, and the proportions don't look as pleasing as they could with a lower tie (like on the Burberry), IMO.</p> <p>I really like the color of the Burberry, but I like the design of the other trenches more. I think what I like about the other trenches is the length. I think the longer length looks good on you.</p> <p>Too bad that the boots aren't the best fit! My heart has often been broken by a cute pair of boots that is ill fitting. I would definitely return these, because they are too big in the calf. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try#post-2028462 Sun, 19 May 2019 00:29:21 +0000 Staysfit 2028462@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenni NZ, you are absolutely right. DH and I were sitting and talking about my returning everything except the Hobbs and continuing the search, except we both love the color of the Tibi..... So, I caved and ordered the XXS for comparison. If it works, I could have another winner. I also think it’s silly to have two lavender trenches..... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try#post-2028458 Sun, 19 May 2019 00:27:08 +0000 Anonymous 2028458@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Tibi is a beautiful color but there's just too much of it here, the Burberry is "fine" but maybe just a little grim and a little too "been there done that".The Kate Spade is best for for color and fit. Maybe you could buy something else in that lovely blue? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try#post-2028449 Sat, 18 May 2019 23:47:27 +0000 Jenni NZ 2028449@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also just read your response to Synne’s thread about fashion mistakes. You mention fit not being perfect as a mistake. And while I adore the Tibi because of the colour, a lot of Fabbers, in this and other threads, think it is too big, or overwhelming. So in the spirit of friendship and our shared profession, I raise the issue in case there is a risk that you could later feel it was a mistake.<br /> I think I am less fussy about fit than others. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try#post-2028433 Sat, 18 May 2019 22:49:39 +0000 AndiB 2028433@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Are you heartset in a longer classic trench? You are so tiny that even the coats that fit seem to swallow you. Have you considered a single breasted long dressy rain coat? I think you’d rock something a bit more feminine. Aha, that’s it! The trenches seems bit masculine which isn’t a style moniker I would apply to you </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try#post-2028431 Sat, 18 May 2019 22:48:45 +0000 Elizabeth P 2028431@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>I like the fit of the Kate Spade, but I'm not crazy about the collar.&nbsp; The proportions of the way it's folded is off to my eye.&nbsp; Do they by any chance make other trenches?&nbsp; <br /></div><div><br /></div><div>I'm also not keen on the buttons on the charcoal one.&nbsp; Nor the length... I don't think it's what you are after. <br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Not sure about the Tibi either... not sure why.&nbsp; Size maybe.&nbsp; Any chance you could contact them as ask to exchange it for the smaller size, and not have to actually order it, to keep the sale price?<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Keep at it!!<br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try#post-2028430 Sat, 18 May 2019 22:35:29 +0000 Staysfit 2028430@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>LOL Jenni NZ! It’s a perfect fashion prescription and one I am strongly considering. The Kate Spade trench color did not photograph well. It’s a little richer in person, but probably still too light. I think it may be better suited to someone with light winter coloring because it is an icy tone. </p> <p>I am not keeping the boots. Maybe it’s hard to tell, but they are much too large in the ankles and calves. They also do not work well with my wardrobe. </p> <p>If I had to pick between the Hobbs and the Burberry, the Hobbs would win because I like both the fit and the color better.</p> <p>Making a choice between the Kate Spade and the Tibi is harder! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try#post-2028420 Sat, 18 May 2019 21:55:41 +0000 Jenni NZ 2028420@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the Burberry, it fits beautifully, but not long enough for what you want- would have to replace the Hobbs you have already picked, to be your shorter trench. And the Hobbs looked so great.<br /> The smaller Kate Spade is a better fit than its predecessor. The wrong colour lilac for those new boots which are too much lilac for my taste- overwhelming. Not that your taste needs to be mine!<br /> I still love the Tibi on you the best for your long trench. The colour is just so gorgeous I feel you will get heaps of compliments.<br /> So my prescription for your search is: Long trench, Tibi. Short trench, Hobbs. Return the boots.<br /> However this is not the usual sort of prescription I do and I am an amateur here </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try#post-2028405 Sat, 18 May 2019 21:17:14 +0000 Jane 2028405@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Burberry is a lovely colour and my favourite of these, but I don't think it is long enough for the maxi dresses that you are thinking of wearing with it.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try#post-2028395 Sat, 18 May 2019 20:40:52 +0000 Staysfit 2028395@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Mainelady, I checked the Burberry website and this is the longest length in this particular style trench. I believe the Chelsea trench may have a longer length but it comes in black and in honey which are not my favored colors. I have to look again at their pink apricot trenches......</p> <p>Would navy look okay on me? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try#post-2028386 Sat, 18 May 2019 20:28:22 +0000 Mainelady 2028386@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you have been given some excellent advice. I completely understand How frustrating the search for just the right trench can be. I think the fit of the Burberry looks wonderful on you. I think it may come in a longer length. While the charcoal is a handsome color, after seeing you in the turquoise and lavender, it doesn’t look quite as special to my eye. I am sure it would be a work horse, but do you love it? If you don’t, then this isn’t your coat. Burberry does have some other colors.....the pink apricot might look good on you. I don’t know which styles it is available in though. I am sending positive trench energy your way. Your dream trench is out there somewhere! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try#post-2028355 Sat, 18 May 2019 17:45:22 +0000 Staysfit 2028355@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks CJH, I am looking at all of these and will give them serious consideration. I am trying to be picky about fit, function, and appearance. I am tired of settling for something that is not quite right. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try#post-2028351 Sat, 18 May 2019 17:34:12 +0000 cjh 2028351@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Boden<br /> <a href="https://www.bodenusa.com/en-us/whitstable-trench-coat-soft-stone/sty-t0275-lbr?ef_id=EAIaIQobChMI7dS25sql4gIVzLrACh2LewQSEAQYDiABEgIqyvD_BwE:G:s&#038;s_kwcid=AL!8573!10!335181932567" rel="nofollow">https://www.bodenusa.com/en-us.....5181932567</a>!!!g!!&amp;cm_mmc=PLA-_-Google1719259632-_-66295700094-_-40116072&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI7dS25sql4gIVzLrACh2LewQSEAQYDiABEgIqyvD_BwE</p> <p>No buttons, Equipment<br /> <a href="https://www.equipmentfr.com/alyssandra-trench-biscuit" rel="nofollow">https://www.equipmentfr.com/al.....ch-biscuit</a></p> <p>Traditional color, lovely feminine style, Club Monaco<br /> <a href="https://shop.nordstrom.com/s/club-monaco-josefienahh-trench-coat/5254688?origin=category-personalizedsort&#038;breadcrumb=Home%2FWomen%2FClothing%2FCoats%2C%20Jackets%20%26%20Blazers%2FTrench&#038;color=khaki" rel="nofollow">https://shop.nordstrom.com/s/c.....olor=khaki</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try#post-2028344 Sat, 18 May 2019 17:21:45 +0000 Carla 2028344@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joy already voiced everything I was thinking about these coats. </p> <p>Hang in there, SF! You are getting closer! Now that you have that marvellous Hobb's short trench, you need to hold out for an equally fabulous long trench. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try#post-2028343 Sat, 18 May 2019 17:12:51 +0000 cjh 2028343@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Calvin Klein, <a href="https://www.lordandtaylor.com/calvin-klein-hooded-trench-coat/product/0500089061579?site_refer=CSE_GGLPLA:Womens_Outerwear:Calvin+Klein&#038;gclsrc=aw.ds&#038;&#038;gclid=EAIaIQobChMIn8G96MSl4gIVELXACh2hlgSPEAQYDyABEgIrX_D_BwE" rel="nofollow">https://www.lordandtaylor.com/.....gIrX_D_BwE</a></p> <p>You said you tried Michael Kors, but this<br /> <a href="https://www.michaelkors.com/lightweight-trench-coat/_/R-US_MS92HP68SG" rel="nofollow">https://www.michaelkors.com/li.....MS92HP68SG</a></p> <p>Brooks Brothers traditional khaki<br /> <a href="https://www.brooksbrothers.com/Double-Breasted-Trench-Coat/WW00186_____KHAK_04_______,default,pd.html?cmp=ppc_us_gg_pla_AllProducts&#038;gclsrc=aw.ds&#038;&#038;gclid=EAIaIQobChMImLy_0Mal4gIVHLnACh0Lsg_bEAQYBiABEgIxQfD_BwE" rel="nofollow">https://www.brooksbrothers.com.....gIxQfD_BwE</a></p> <p>Everlane<br /> <a href="https://www.everlane.com/products/womens-modern-trench-coat-navy?collection=womens-outerwear" rel="nofollow">https://www.everlane.com/produ.....-outerwear</a></p> <p>COS<br /> <a href="https://www.cosstores.com/en_usd/women/womenswear/coats-and-jackets/product.cotton-twill-trench-coat-yellow.0729681002.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMImLy_0Mal4gIVHLnACh0Lsg_bEAQYFCABEgK-2_D_BwE" rel="nofollow">https://www.cosstores.com/en_u.....gK-2_D_BwE</a></p> <p>Ralph Lauren<br /> <a href="https://www.lordandtaylor.com/lauren-ralph-lauren-twill-cotton-trench-coat/product/0500089070228?site_refer=CSE_GGLPLA:Womens_Outerwear:Lauren+Ralph+Lauren&#038;gclsrc=aw.ds&#038;&#038;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI4crQzMil4gIVDfDACh11vQJIEAQYAyABEgL4J_D_BwE" rel="nofollow">https://www.lordandtaylor.com/.....gL4J_D_BwE</a></p> <p>Theory<br /> <a href="https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/theory-staple-classic-crepe-long-trench-coat-prod215670220" rel="nofollow">https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p.....d215670220</a></p> <p>None are super colorful, but I guess I’d make my statement with my outfit or accessories, especially if the coat check staff are going to be the ones looking at the coat most of the evening. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try#post-2028291 Sat, 18 May 2019 14:53:30 +0000 Staysfit 2028291@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bennett, you are right! There is a pleat in the middle of the back and somehow I have not noticed it. In my haste to have DH take pictures I did not press the Tibi! Hanging it in bathroom did not work, so I think it may need my steamer and or iron, </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try#post-2028289 Sat, 18 May 2019 14:53:07 +0000 Joyce B 2028289@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the darker colored trench fits you very nicely. The turkoise does not seem to fit right and I agree with Joy that the color of the pink coat is not your best color. Maybe in a top it would work but not in a larger item such as a coat. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/long-trenches-one-more-try#post-2028285 Sat, 18 May 2019 14:42:56 +0000 Staysfit 2028285@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joy, your questions are thought provoking and excellent. I want a trench that I can wear over midi and even maxi length dresses. Most of the time, I wear my coats between the parking lot or garage and the venue where they will have either a coat check or racks for coats. It’s rare that we walk more than three or four blocks to get from parking to an event. Sometimes, for our local stage productions, and some of the college events I attend with DH, my coat would be more visible to people because we end up socializing before we hang our coats, I would end up wearing the long trench to my workplace on occasion. Color seems to make me happier than neutrals at the moment, although I feel like certain colors work better than others with the rest of my wardrobe. </p> <p> I agree with you about the boots! I am going to twist an ankle, or slip and fall and it will be a disaster!! </p> <p>Missvee, If the boots were more fitted and had a lower heel I would be tempted to keep them, these are wrong for me.</p> <p>Smittee, I found the Tibi in a size smaller but it’s not on sale anymore so it would be $350 more to order and keep than this one, so I’m reluctant. I also think it’s hard to manage the odd buttoned belt around the collar. I like the buttons though, they are fun.</p> <p>Suntiger, I wonder if it can be shortened? I can check with the tailor..... </p>