Anatomy of a Trench Coat

Often in the process of developing styles, we are fascinated with the various features of classic designs. Prime among all classic over coats, the Trench Coat stands tall. Here's an interesting illustration by Chriselle, our design diva at Prrem's.

Anatomy of a Trench Coat

The History:

The classic authentic trench coat was first made by the firm of Burberry. Thomas Burberry may not, in fact, have been the inventor of gabardine, although he was enough of a businessman to  patent this cotton weave, resistant to water and wind, in rain-swept England in 1879. Burberry retained exclusive manufacturing rights to the material until 1917. This hard-wearing cloth soon came to the attention of the armed forces, and English officers first wore Burberry coats during the Boer War. In 1914 one version received official approval from the War Ministry, and over 500,000 of these “trench coats” were worn during the First World War (hence the name). The trench coat’s military past is recalled today by its shoulder tabs, the storm flap at the collar, and the D-shaped rings on the belt, which were used to attach items of equipment.

Classic Trench Coat at Prrem's