River Island's 'rain-resistant' winter trench coat could easily be mistaken for £1,900 Burberry version
21.10.2023 - 11:37
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River Island fans are scrambling to buy the high-street brands 'perfect' for winter trench coat that could easily be mistaken for a £1890 Burberry version. River Island's Brown Double Breasted Trench Coat costs £110 - £1790 less than the Burberry version, but looks every bit as timeless and as elegant
With over 100 years of history stemming back to the First World War, The Burberry Chelsea Long Trench Coat, is a cult classic, but at £1,890, for many it may just be a little out of budget. Coming in at £110, River Island's take on the classic is considerably cheaper.
The Brown Double Breasted Trench Coat is currently one of River Island's bestsellers, and it's easy to see why. Perhaps most notable is its classic detachable belt that will cinch in the waist, and can be taken off at your leisure for a more oversized look.
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Crafted in a classic button up style, the coat has slide slip pockets to keep personal belongings in or warm your hands. The River Island coat can be dressed up or down, making it suitable for work or for play.
It can be worn over a pair of blue jeans, a shirt, and a jumper, or over an black skirt set ensemble for a chic, 'quiet luxury' outfit, that is on trend at the minute. Available in sizes 6 to 18, the high-street label trench coat is made from a cotton and polyester mix, whic, whilst not waterproof, is water resistant.
It's also proving popular with Loose Women star Frankie Bridge. The mum rocked the River Island trench coat on her Instagram page, showcasing tit to her 1.5 million