Trench coats are trendy, fancy and above all, they help us keep warm. The cold season may be harsh, but with the right measures, you can avoid being its victim. Having the right outfits in your wardrobe will get you the ultimate weather control. It is during the cold season that you have no choice but to wear as many clothes as you can lay your hands on nevertheless with a trench coat you are spoilt for choices. Here are some tips that will help you buy the best trench coat.
Budget
Unlike ordinary coats, pullovers, and cardigans, trench coa
ts are very expensive. They are so expensive due to their fashion concepts which make them a 21st-century fashion statement. You can buy a low-end trench coat for as little as $50 whereas high-end designer trench coats range from $500 to $10,000.
Size and measurements
Most trench coats are either knee length or full length which means that they cover most of the upper body and part if not all of the lower body. A fitting trench is the best trench, and you’ll need to consider your height, waist, and chest/bust size.
Material
Trench coats are usually made of heavy and complex cloth materials which are a result of blending two or more of the same. The most common materials used to make trench coats are wool, leather, and cotton which can be blended with materials like silk, polyester, linen and nylon to make a more durable coat.
Occasion
Having a choice of trench coats in your wardrobe for all occasions is good. There are two types of occasions, the informal/casual ones and the formal ones. Each occasion has its choice of material and design.
Versatility
Choose
a trench made of a durable material and design that will still make a statement 5 years on. The investment you make while purchasing a trench coat is huge, and you might have to choose one that will assure you many years of usefulness.
Cleaning
For a trench coat to keep you warmer for longer the material used to make it needs to be very heavy. These materials make the entire cleaning process a tiring one. Some materials were at their best when hand washed with no dry cleaning; others do not need heavy temperatures for drying and ironing which mean they may take longer to dry. Also, some materials react adversely with heavy detergents like bleachers.