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Did you know a trench coat is the ultimate shortcut to looking polished?
Before I bought into the cropped trench trend last winter, I always felt like my personal style wasn't sophisticated enough to pull one off. But as I discovered, trench coats are basically the white t-shirt of outerwear.
Once you find a good one, you'll throw it over literally any outfit, no matter the season.
Watch: Leigh shares her favourite waterproof jacket recommendation, post continues below.
I've tried a bunch of classic longline trench coats over the years — faux leather trench coats, oversized trenches, classic longline trench styles — but they always swamp this 5'3 certified short girl.
I've been looking again recently, given it feels like we're in the middle of the wettest winter in living memory. Then one of my favourite lifestyle creators Paige Carmichael (@paigecarmichael) reminded me I already own the perfect trench; it was just hanging riiiiiight at the back of my wardrobe.
It's called the Marks & Spencer The Trench. And it's honestly one of the best things you'll ever own.
Paige has worn hers for years, and I used to wear mine all the time when I lived in rainy Sydney (I'm in Melbourne now, where it's just as drizzly but 10 times colder).
Yes, this M&S trench coat is an investment. You can find more affordable trench coats, but this one is genuinely waterproof.
Images: Instagram @emmalouiseconnolly; @paigecarmichael; @marksandspencer_nicole.
The 100 per cent cotton fabric features Stormwear technology for what the brand calls 'shower resistance', but you could literally tip a glass of water on yourself and it'd slide right off. The trench also comes in sizes 6-24 in both regular and petite lengths, and black and classic Burberry beige trench coat colourways.
The retailer often restocks, but if you're after one now, be quick!
Shop umbrellas, women's raincoats, gumboots and more.
Looking for more chic wet weather solutions? I've got you.
From umbrellas that don't fold in on themselves to shoes that protect your feet, here are the most useful finds I've come across while researching wet weather gear.
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Amy Clark
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