When it comes to timeless wardrobe essentials, nothing really beats a trench coat. Once donned by Audrey Hepburn in the classic film Breakfast at Tiffany’s, the silhouette is one of those throw-on-and-go pieces everyone should have in their closet. And while khaki styles tend to hog all the attention, there’s another equally versatile iteration taking the fashion scene by storm this fall: denim trench coats. Sure, they may not be best for a rainy day. But on a chilly autumn afternoon? You bet.
Apparis’ Co-Founder and Creative Director Lauren Nouchi believes the coat’s rise in popularity stems from the fact that denim-on-denim dressing, in general, is having a moment. “A lot of celebrities have endorsed this look, confirming that denim outerwear continues to evolve from a novelty piece to a trans-seasonal hero,” she tells TZR.
One such A-lister is Katie Holmes, who co-signed the trend last March, hitting the streets of New York City in a vintage Chloé studded style alongside black separates. Fast forward three months, and Blake Lively gave the look her stamp of approval via a light-wash Dries Van Noten version. Pairing the piece with a short denim dress, the It Ends with Us star tapped into the aforementioned trend Nouchi is spotting everywhere.
Sarah Ahmed, founder and CEO of DL1961, too, mentions double denim looks as a prominent theme this season. To wit, she says the brand’s shoppers have been pairing their denim trench coats with its jeans. “The fabric is associated with classic, timeless style, which many of us have been gravitating towards in recent times,” Ahmed explains. “So, it’s been no surprise that many of our customers opt to streamline their style by keeping it simple.”
Ahead, find 10 TZR-approved denim trench coats for fall.
If you’re partial to an oversized fit, The Frankie Shop’s denim trench coat has your name written all over it.
“The tonal stitching pairs perfectly with warm brown tones, so we are seeing a lot of rich brown leather accessories paired with this coat,” Ahmed notes, adding that burgundy loafers and a top-handle bag have been particular favorites.
Paige’s Raina Denim Trench reads classic thanks to details like the weather flap, thick belt, and notched collar.
Gap’s iteration has a subtle acid-wash appearance, making it a cool, edgy option to add to your outerwear collection.
Nouchi has seen some customers style the brand’s denim trench underneath its faux fur collars, like the Eliza and Rowen styles.
Even something as simple as flared sleeves, like the ones on this Baum Und Pferdgarten jacket, can make the classic look stand out.
Made from dark-rinsed, non-stretch denim, Hidden Jeans’s style pairs well with wide-leg trousers, as shown on the model above.
Allow Aje’s chic light-wash style to do all the talking by finishing off with minimal accessories.
Should you be interested in an of-the-moment denim trench, EB Denim’s Webster look is just the thing, thanks to its trucker jacket silhouette.
Levi’s can do no wrong in the denim department — and this dark-wash longline trench is no expection.