Anyway, I like how it fits; it runs big, if you're interested in buying one yourself, and I got the medium, which hasn't happened in years. Some of the reviews on the website complain that the fabric feels hard, but I think the weight is perfect for autumn. And that baby blue lining! It's my favorite thing about the trench.
Temperatures have been in the mid-80s all week here in DC and the heat and sun are supposed to stick around for the weekend, so I haven't had a chance to wear the coat out yet. When I do, though, I like the idea of pairing it with a navy dress and adding some nude flats and pearl studs - keeps things simple, you know? I have a couple of similar pieces to these in my closet...
shoes / top left dress / top right dress / bottom right dress / bottom left dress
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I've been eyeing up a trench in Mango for weeks but have yet to pull the trigger - I feel like I really need something a little heavier to take me further into fall/winter.
ReplyDeleteoooh I think there must be two kinds of people in the world: those who think trenches should be lighterweight and those who like them heavier! I like them to really just protect against wind and rain - there are other coats out there with my name on them for warmth! haha :)
ReplyDeleteLove it! The lining in that trench is lovely.
ReplyDeleteWhen you live in Norway, all of your coats need to consider warmth ;)
ReplyDeleteLove those dresses!
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ReplyDeleteit's so pretty! but what kind of scarf do you think I can/should wear with it when necessary?
ReplyDeleteThat trench is great!! I haven't looked at Target because I got a trench last year for my birthday, but I agree that the baby blue trim rocks. Love the idea of the blue dress. I'm also a fan of trenches over black skinnies.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you kept it! I have been wearing mine with dark jeans, grey hightop converse and striped sweaters with a fluffy red scarf mainly. I would love to wear it with a skirt or dress but since I am so short it makes me look like a bit of a flasher if I do!
ReplyDeleteI know! the navy trench has a lime green lining :)
ReplyDeleteKEEP IT! Every girl needs a classic trench. I debated buying the one at Target but in the end couldn't justify the purchase, considering I already own two (I guess if you're looking for someone to break your retail therapy habit, don't look at me).
ReplyDeleteThat trench is amazing, and I love the lining! Love the idea of wearing it with a dress, but that says to me cream sweater, skinny jeans, and boots. And cue the homesickness for fall and fall clothes that I've been whining about for weeks... :p
ReplyDeleteOops, sorry :) It's going to be so useful though! Never mind that it's too warm right now, you'll be wearing the thing for YEARS. And I want to pair with that bottom left dress - gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteI really like the trench and it will be useable for a long time, so it's good you kept it. :) I love all of those dresses and really need at least 1 or 4 of them in my closet.
ReplyDeleteI have been wanting to purchase the navy sweater from this collection but with shipping, it gets so expensive on ebay. Lucky you decided to keep the trench, I think it will be something you'd be able to use for a long while cause I think it is a classic.
ReplyDeletehaha then best stick with jeans :P
ReplyDeleteAHHH CONGRATULATIONS!
ReplyDeletethat is so responsible of you! well done :)
ReplyDeleteoooooh yes I like this idea!
ReplyDeletethis BR trench is expensive, but a (very busty) friend of mine bought it recently and said it fits well! worth a try? http://bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&pid=556442002
ReplyDeleteoh I hope so! fingers crossed it lasts and lasts :)
ReplyDeletehaha "at least 1 or 4" I like your style :P
ReplyDeletethe one with the green sleeves? I tried it on and it was really boxy...
ReplyDeleteThat is such a great Trench, definitely an investment piece.
ReplyDeleteAll the dresses! LOVE~
ReplyDeleteClassic! I love every single one of these.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the suggestion! I have a ton of rewards coming in for BR, so I may put them towards trying that out!
ReplyDeleteI love that trench! They had many still for sale here even last week because, well... you can't get much use out of it here in Houston! Still wish I could have gotten my hands on some of the pieces.
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