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Please help! Long Trenches third try....

Staysfit

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I truly appreciate the feedback people have given me so far as I hunt for a longer trench than the lovely lavender Hobbs Saskia, which I am keeping and having altered.

The Turquoise XXS Tibi finally arrived. I decided to model it with both a more formal maxi dress, (DVF wrap) and a typical midi length dress layered with a blazer. Then I did the same for each of the other trenches as well for comparison of length and fit. DH is not here to take pics so I did my best to take the back...(I am sorry for the mediocre lighting, I am twisting in odd ways to make the phone catch the right image in my mirror!). Hopefully you can tell which pics are with the maxi vs. The midi. I took side pics of the new trenches but not the grey Burberry which I think I showed before.

After a few days thought, I ordered a navy Burberry Chelsea trench. I was reluctant because I thought it might be too dark, but my Ink Rag & Bone Gilet is a workhorse and garners complements, so I took a risk. It is longer than the grey Kensington, and it has a fit and flare silhouette instead of an A Line silhouette. I am sure it is harder to see due to lighting but I did my best. I also modeled it over the maxi and midi/blazer combo. What do you think of the color and fit?

Finally, I took more pics of the grey Kensington Burberry trench over my maxi and midi. There are fewer pics of this because it has already been posted in a previous thread. It's a lot of pics, so I truly appreciate your patience with me!

Are any of these "my long trench"? I have an opinion but I have done my best to keep a poker face in the pics.

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RobinF

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Ooh nice coats! My favorite is the navy. The fit looks really good and I love the color on you. Plus I would think it will be more versatile color-wise than the turquoise.

lyn67

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The thing is- a neutral and/or a darker shade feels always more easier to wear (and blend in). Cobalt is for pop out!:-)
I then have a thing for darker trenches-so now I like the dark ink-but it all depends on the season and person. Anyway, I think the cut of a Burberry always wins-the structured collar cut on them is invincible to me- fierce in a modern classic way.

ChristelJ

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All three look great on you but the navy takes my breath away.

Elizabeth P

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I also really like the navy.

This size of Tibi is much better. I know you love this colour, but I feel it overwhelms you, esp in such a "big" (ie a lot of fabric) piece.

Toban

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I like the fit of the navy best.

Runcarla

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I would like to see better pics, but the fit of the navy trench is by far the best.

SarahD8

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I like the *idea* of the cobalt/turquoise trench, but in these pictures the navy really stands out as the winning option. It’s the old “I see you first” rather than “I see the coat first.” When I clicked on to the first navy pic my eyes were immediately drawn to your face.

I also think navy/ink will be really versatile regardless of how your dressy capsule evolves in the coming years.

lynn

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Navy!! I love turquoise but the navy is just a better fit and looks great on you.

smittie

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The navy Burberry is such a beautiful fit! Perfection!

I also think the teal XXS looks like a perfect fit. this one is trendy and fun. I love the large back vent and drop shoulders. This is not a classic though, so you’d have to be ok with that.

Joy

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Another vote for the navy. I like the shape and fit better than the grey. Since you will have the lavender you will have a light tone and a color. You could use the darker navy. The bright blue is still not a good fit

Bijou

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Wow! The navy is stunning on you, I love the colour, the fit and think this is going to be a complete workhorse. You have a pretty coloured trench in the Hobbs, the navy is a nice contrast it is dressy and elegant.

The Tibi in the smaller size fits well, so glad you decided to try a size down and didn't stick with the larger coat.

Kathie

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The Tibi is so much better in this size. Of the Burberrys, I prefer the navy- great fit, and longer, so more of a contrast with the Hobbs.

As for which to chose, I think it comes down to the look you’re after for your longer trench. The Tibi has a more fun, relaxed vibe, while the navy Burberry is clearly a formal classic. Which one best fits your uses, for when you’d choose a longer trench rather than the shorter Hobbs?

Suz

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Nodding along with the others here. The Tibi in this size is a much better fit and a really fun 80s/ early 90s inspired coat -- it's of the moment now, but it will date more quickly. It is also a *lot* of fun! And if you want a fun trench, this is it.

I *love* the navy Burberry on you -- you wear it so very well. Classic and impeccable. I do not think it is too dark at all. In any case, you can always lighten with accessories -- footwear, scarf, etc. It's just lovely on you.

Alicewonderland

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Wow, in my opinion the Navy is your trench hands down. Looks great with your dresses especially the lavender midi.

Staysfit

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I have a clear favorite, maybe I should have people guess which one I am keeping?

taylor

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Again, I am going with Burberry . I am absolutely loving it in the Navy on you ....hands down beautiful!

JAileen

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Navy or grey. The bright blue doesn’t seem right. Lately I’ve I’ve been adding navy, so I’d go with that one.

Adriana

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The shape of the navy is fantastic on you. Beautiful. But I am not sure if the color is right. Could be too dark. And personally I don't like if something has such a crisp shape to blur it with scarves. The tibi shape I like as well. Color need better pictures. Outside. Okay not really helping.
I have been reading about contrast. Depending on your own coloring how much color and contrast to wear. I think it was Inside Out Style.

Angie

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LOVE THEM ALL. Can't go wrong any way. Truly

I'm going to be a bit of a spanner.....

I like the grey Burberry best of all. GORGEOUS with your hair, mid tone non-neutral colour palettes, and the light buttons brighten things up.

That said, the navy is not too dark at all! You look as GORGEOUS in the navy. But I know you don't particularly like dark colours. So my question is - does the navy make you happy? I know the other two do.

Colour is emotive, hence I'm asking these questions. Listen to your feelings.

Anonymous

Another vote for the navy!

Sal

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These three all look good to me in terms of fit.

My pick is the Navy - I think the classic Burberry is the perfect addition in the Navy - the grey is also nice but I just preferred the navy fit and shape and colour.......

The Tibi is a nice coat but I see this as a day coat rather than a night coat.

Jenni NZ

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The navy is the most elegant to me and the bright blue Tibi more fun. This is a much better size.
I think it depends which one makes your heart sing. They both look stunning. The grey one, to my eye, doesn’t do anything for you. It looks “fine”, after all this effort and cost I assume you want more than fine. You want to be flying high, in your head.
Consider your style moniker ( which I can’t remember). See, if it were me, I suspect I would buy the blue Tibi. But I am not you!

Style Fan

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The gray Burberry seems to be a better colour for you. I love the navy as well but it seems a bit serious. I think of you in more airy type colours. But as Angie said you can't go wrong with any of the coats. They are all gorgeous.

Bennett

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I am confused as to which is which so going by color - the navy trench is striking because of the sharp fit, my #1 of these three. #2 is the beautiful turquoise pop of color with the dramatic back cape. I want to set fire to the grey one so I hope that isn't the one you picked! The buttons are THAT annoying to me!

Diana

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Navy!

rachylou

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I’m going with Angie in the grey. I like the colour better on you... but don’t love it with what you’re wearing in the pic, have to admit...

kkards

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another vote for the navy!

Mainelady

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I was prepared to say the Tibi, but no. The navy Burberry is beautiful on you and fits soooo well. With the Tibi, I notice the color and it is very nice. With the Burberry I notice you. Gorgeous!! Can’t wIt to see what YOU think!

Gigi

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I'm so glad you got the XXS in the turquoise. What a difference the smaller size makes!

All three look great to me. I think it boils down to which of them makes you happiest. As others have pointed out, if you're looking for something fun and bright, the turquoise is your coat. If you want something that is more conservative and versatile, the navy or gray is your coat. I myself don't really like wearing dark colors in the spring, so my favorite here is the turquoise.

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