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Style Staples: The Trench Coat










What started as a purely practical raincoat, has outlasted every trend and won over every generation. The coveted trench has always been a favorite of stylists and fashion consultants alike. This Spring, the trench is considered required wearing for all shapes and sizes, due to this seasons abundance of multi-faceted trench coats. From your classic "a-la-Inspector Gadget" trench to the feminine styled bubble and fit-and-flare styles, there's a trench for virtually everyone this season. Featured are eight great trenches at mid-range prices.

Helene Berman Zebra Print Trench Coat $344
Zebra stripes pattern a short, double-breasted trench coat with a wide notched collar and oversized covered black buttons. Shown in Zebra.

Coffee Shop Single Breasted Bubble Hem Trench Coat $78 - STEAL!
High-shine nylon trench is fitted through the body and puffs out near the hem for a bubbled finish. Two front pockets are styled with gathering at the top, adding to the voluminous feel. Shown in Red.

Soia & Kyo Convertible Collar Trench Coat $245
Oversized square buttons and a buckle-and-button-detail belt glam up a coat, cut for a contemporary fit. Back buttoned yoke and waist detailing add interest above an inverted pleat. Shown in White.

Laundry by Shelli Segal Single Breasted Trench $168
The classic trench at its most feminine, styled with soft front and back pleating at the sashed waist for a fit-and-flare silhouette. Sleeves fall to gathered and snapped cuffs. Shown in Beige.

London Fog Faux Silk Trench Coat $128
Soft, wide split lapel and wider tie belt give a classic trench a touch of femininity. Fashioned in substantial-weight fabrication that mimics the supple feel of silk. Shown in Fuschia.

Tahari Asymmetrical Closure Trench Coat $168
Contrast enamel buttons lend a retro flavor to a single-breasted trench, cut in stretch cotton sateen. Button-closure flap pockets detail the front, while double inverted pleats give fullness to the back skirt. Shown in Surf Blue.

Impermeable by Weatherproof Safari Trench Coat $128
Duchess satin lends an unusually sumptuous feel to a single-breasted trench with oversized buttons at the front and four pockets. Trapunto stitching finishes the belt for an extra flourish. Shown in Black.

Kenneth Cole Reaction Pleated Trench Coat $128
All-weather trench is classic in every way yet updated with feminine pleating at the sleeves and back capelet yoke and skirt. Button-flap pockets and button-tab sleeves finish the coat. Shown in Sandstone.

All items available at http://www.nordstrom.com/. Image and descriptions copyright of http://www.nordstrom.com.%20download/ Sourced: 02/15/08.


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