https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trench-v-rain-v-lightweight-coat Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 09 Apr 2026 23:07:23 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trench-v-rain-v-lightweight-coat#post-1453396 Mon, 09 Mar 2015 03:46:23 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1453396@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think a trench coat is a great style if you have a small waist, because you can cinch the belt on it to get the fit you want at the waist. I think it could be difficult to alter, if there are a lot of topstitched seams. If the side seams are not topstitched, those could be fairly easy to take in. <br />I have two very economical trench coats, one a single-breasted style in green by Gallery, and the other a double-breasted, mid-thigh style in taupe by Calvin Klein. I like that they have button-off hoods (I almost always keep the hood on, but I like that I can take them off if I want to) and button- or zip-out linings. They are warm enough for mild winter weather, so I get a lot of good out of a coat like this. My green one is several years old. Eventually I might splurge for a Burberry, but so far, I am not sure I'd want to stick with one style or color that long to make the investment. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trench-v-rain-v-lightweight-coat#post-1453377 Mon, 09 Mar 2015 02:11:43 +0000 retailgirl 1453377@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with all who said a trench is a versatile, dress up, dress down item. As far as fit, you probably need to try a few on. I'm sure trenches could be altered, depending on how they're made, but I think you could find one that fit off the rack. I have a very old Burberry (25 yrs) that still looks good. If you keep your things and your weight doesn't fluctuate, a Butberry might be worth it for you. Over time, your cost per wearing could be very low. But buy what flatters you and fits your life style! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trench-v-rain-v-lightweight-coat#post-1453325 Mon, 09 Mar 2015 00:04:01 +0000 em 1453325@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Has anyone ever had a trench altered? I really like the concepts I am seeing on Nordies with the button-off hood and removable lining, but they look so...sloppy, almost. I have a really small waist and on me I fear they would just look frumpy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trench-v-rain-v-lightweight-coat#post-1453307 Sun, 08 Mar 2015 23:06:41 +0000 Style Fan 1453307@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a Burberry trench (10 years old) that I wear all the time.&nbsp; Like Crutcher says you can put a trench coat on over anything and look wonderful.&nbsp; I also have lightweight coats (Theory and Michael Kors) that I wear a lot but if I had to pick one it would be the Burberry trench. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trench-v-rain-v-lightweight-coat#post-1453303 Sun, 08 Mar 2015 22:56:44 +0000 crutcher 1453303@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just ordered the London Fog with a removable lining that Angie rec/ in her Nordstrom's spring blog...It got rave reviews...I would like a Burberry but since the LF is more reasonable for me, I will give it a try..A trench can be worn anywhere...over jeans and a tee to run to the store or blush even better over pj's to run for a quick item at the local min-mart...A trench can be worn for dress or for casual and always looks wonderful..<br />I have read everything I could find before I pushed the button on this coat and I am just so excited over my new purchase...Its from Nordie's of course, black in color, of course...&nbsp;and should be here Tuesday or Wednesday..<br />Give those Angie previewed a quick look...you may find one that appeals to you...Best... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trench-v-rain-v-lightweight-coat#post-1453302 Sun, 08 Mar 2015 22:53:45 +0000 rute 1453302@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It depends on your climate, for where I live, they are perfect, even during the winter. Just make sure you choose one not too tight, i like to wear them over a jacket for office or over a knit for weekends </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trench-v-rain-v-lightweight-coat#post-1453299 Sun, 08 Mar 2015 22:45:50 +0000 em 1453299@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I need a mid/light weight coat for spring and/or autumn. I'm thinking something waterproof (or resistant). I quite like the concept of Burberry's coats with a removable lining and hood, but they are quite pricey.</p> <p>Do you think those coats with removable hoods &amp; linings are as versatile as I seem to think? Can you recommend other versatile coats? I am not sure what to do. </p>