Some things never go out of style, like a pair of blue jeans, a white short-sleeve T-shirt, or, in keeping with the topic ahead, a trench coat. Timeless and classic, this Londoner favorite looks good thrown over just about anything. It finds its place on the coat rack during transition periods, just like now as we shift from summer to fall fashion. The trench coat's lightweight, breathable nature makes it the perfect layering piece for weather that—let's face it—isn't easy to dress for.
That said, its reappearance each year never misses a reinvention. London's fashion set knows the ins and outs of styling this fall 2026 essential. So I turned to my favorite UK-based fashion people for style inspiration.
London trench coat outfits have an air of nonchalance. In my research, I found it all comes down to casual styling. As an outfit repeater myself, I chose five looks you can mix, match, and re-wear without feeling stale. Scroll on to see how Londoners wear this khaki classic, or if you're looking to add it to your fall wardrobe, I've included my favorites from Artizia, COS, and J.Crew.
5 Ways to Style a Trench Coat Like a True Londoner
Outfit 1
(Image credit: @thealiceedit)Get the look: Oversize trench coat + striped long sleeve T-shirt + baggy barrel-leg jeans + suede tote + flip flops
J.Crew New Icon Trench Coat Aritzia Interlock Cotton Steps Longsleeve AGOLDE Low Curve Crop Jean Tony Bianco Kyra Sandals LIÉ STUDIO The Grace ToteOutfit 2
(Image credit: @chloekathbutler)Get the look: Single-breasted trench coat + relaxed jeans + white T-shirt + leather hobo bag + pointed-toe boots
ZARA Water-Repellent Belted Trench Coat frame The Saturday COS Clean Cut T-Shirt Coach Brooklyn Shoulder Bag 39 DOLCEVITA Bayra BootiesOutfit 3
(Image credit: @nlmarilyn)Get the look: Belted trench coat + trousers + sunglasses + drawstring tote + ballet flats
COS Mock-Neck Cotton Trench Coat Nordstrom Drawstring Wide Leg Pants Tory Burch Romy Distressed Bucket Bag Elisa Johnson Miller Sunglasses Tony Bianco Comma Black NappaOutfit 4
(Image credit: @poppyalmond)Get the look: Car coat style trench + white long sleeve T-shirt + high-V neck sweater + wide-leg trousers + ballet flats
Aritzia The Regent Trench Coat J.Crew Cashmere High V-Neck Sweater Core The Margo Long Sleeve Open Edit Icon Twill High Waist Wide Leg Trousers Sam Edelman Alie Ballet FlatOutfit 5
(Image credit: @symphonyofsilk)Get the look: Stone colored trench coat + black pants + burgundy sweater + quilted leather flap bag + pointed-toe mules
ZARA Water-Repellent Belted Trench Coat Varley Martina High Neck Rib Knit Coach Tabby Shoulder Bag 20 Citizens of Humanity Caia Straight in Plush Black Schutz Julie Suede Pump