For us, the best trench coats always deliver on a few non-negotiables; they must be the right shade of beige (ecru, maybe even a light fawn), they must boast a fabric that is neither too cumbersome nor too lightweight and – most importantly – length is key. A trench that cuts somewhere between mid-calf and ankle is a wise choice – it always looks more premium. Playing with fabrics is fun. A leather trench is an unexpected addition to any autumn capsule wardrobe, while a black patent trench is a nod to the swinging sixties we’re always willing to make. However, there’s something about a reliable beige or a classic khaki that will always appeal.

We’re honing in on these brands when it comes to the best trench coats on offer this season.

Danish brand Résumé Copenhagen has put a spin on the classic trench – remixing it with a bold check print and an unexpected but delightful floral lining. Shop it here. 

Poco by Pippa delivers with this classic trench in khaki. It’s the perfect bedfellow for loafers and a laidback knit, as demonstrated by Louise Byrne of A Simple Style. Shop it here.

Loved by Swedish tastemaker Pernille Teisbaek, Sundarbay is on our radar thanks to its treatment of staples – they come sleek and chic. We love the coordinating trousers, as seen on Teisbaek below. Shop them here. 

The brainchild of friends and business partners Camille Perry and Holly Wright, it’s safe to assume a piece by Tove is on the wishlist of every It dresser right now. (There’s also a collaboration with Matilda Djerf, too.) While the knitwear is divine and the dresses are to die for, the Ava cotton twill trench in stone is a game-changer. Shop it here. 

H&M excels when it comes to the best trench coats. Look to the brand’s spin-off ranges such as Conscious or Premium, where you will nab a well-made trench – like the one below – at an affordable price-point.

Shop an edit of the best quilted coats here.