Today Mary Ann and Cindy and I are joined by some friends to talk about spring fashion. We are all over the world and so spring means something quite different to each of us. For me here in the northeast, spring is sort of the time of year that I pretend I’m not cold. I so badly want to ditch my winter coats and boots that I end up being underdressed and cold for at least half of the season.
It’s my own fault, I love a trench coat. So if I would just remember to layer properly, grab a scarf, I would probably be ok! Trench coats are synonymous with spring at least here in New York/Connecticut. The Mac coat from Everlane is my favorite trench coat, but first, let me show you how I came to this conclusion.
A Vintage Burberry Trench from the 1980s
I have two Burberry trench coats. One is at least 35 years old and it’s your traditional Heritage Kensington Trench Coat that for some reason we bought way too oversized back in the 1980s. I’ve been seeing them quite a bit lately in the city. And I’m guessing the young women I’m seeing wear them are maybe wearing their mother’s Burberry from the ’80s. They are wearing it very casually with athletic clothes and a hoodie. I’ve seen a few wearing theirs with Golden Goose sneakers. Can Someone please tell me why these are so popular? I was standing in a queue at a plant shop in Brooklyn last weekend and there was a cute little family ahead of us. And there they were, Golden Goose sneakers with her vintage (looking) Burberry trench coat layered over a hooded sweatshirt and worn with a baseball cap…oh to be young.
The above photos were taken at Untermyer Gardens in Yonker, New York. It is a spectacular park to visit in the summer and fall. It overlooks The Hudson River.
My other Burberry trench coat is at least 15 years old and I still pull it out every spring. It’s double-breasted, making it not the easiest to wear, but putting on a lined Burberry coat always feels special. Wearing it with my favorite pair of Gucci loafers, Madewell jeans, this $15 striped t-shirt from Old Navy, and a cotton silk bandana from Rag & Bone which is on major sale!
Wearing all black in spring, this must be New York!
The above photo was taken at the Unisphere at Flushing Meadows-Corona Park.
The Mac Coat | Everlane
Last year I got a Mac Coat from Everlane and it’s the perfect coat. The best part… it’s only $130! This is my second season wearing it. I love the rust color. I think they call it cocoa brown. It looks great with denim, black and white jeans. I wore it with my new favorite spring pants (that are actually wool) but I think they look sort of spring-like with colors of pink and turquoise in the plaid. (sold out from Anthropologie) and as I mentioned earlier, spring is actually quite cold. This photo was taken at Queensbridge Park after a visit to The Noguchi Museum on a (you guessed it) brisk day!
What I love about the Mac Coat is that it’s great to dress it up a bit wearing all black or I can wear it with a hooded sweatshirt, leggings or jeans, and a pair of sneakers. It’s a great coat for travel and my preferred length for any coat. I think this mid-length coat is perfect for everyone. It is also available in a more traditional natural khaki color. I love this coat and it’s the only coat I need! I highly recommend it!
This photo was taken at the market on Arthur Avenue in The Bronx.
Annie you are getting good at this! I know it is out of your wheelhouse but you hit it out of the park this time! Love that trench on you….don’t get the golden goose sneaker trend either. My niece tried to turn me on to them & I thought $$$$ for beat up sneakers!!?? That picture of you from the back is to die for!!
LOOKING CASUAL AND CHIC!
LOVE THE COLOR ORANGE…………XXX
Annie, I just loved seeing you in all these cool spring looks with New York as the backdrop! I am crazy about trenches. All three are great classics and you are so lucky to have them in your wardrobe . They really do make everything look great. I always love how you style things. I love black for spring too! I just bought more. I am going to see about the Madewell trench I might need it. I love the simple shape. I have to concur about the Golden Goose sneakers. $500 tennis shoes that already look beat? I don’t know there are a lot of other pretty options! So fun doing this with all of you- and seeing NY in spring. xoxo Kim
Kim! I bought those jeans from BR and I may get that tote and the oversized linen jacket too! I love your style and get so many ideas from you!
P.S. LOVE that photo of you from the back with the trench – gorgeous! xx
Thank you sweet Kim! xo
Great looks. I love that coat but of course they don’t have my size. But thank you for introducing me to it. Perfect for Southern California and traveling. I cannot get myself to buy those Golden Goose shoes. I know it’s a look but…
I love all of your settings. It’s a treat to view. Thanks for taking us there.
I know…I see them everywhere! Linda V Wright likes them too! But I think I’ll pass! 😉
Love a twist on an old classic.. I have a vintage Burberry that just sits there..you’ve inspired me for a new IGTV! Thank you 🙏🏻
Mine was in the way back of my closet because apparently in the 1980s we wore things way oversized. Except for Geiger jackets! Remember those!?😉
You wear all you coats so beautifully. I especially love you in your traditional Burberry and the gorgeous brown Mac Coat. Enjoy your spring while staying cozy.
Happy Easter,
Diney on Camano Island
Happy Easter Diney! Hope you are having a lovely day on Camano Island!🌸
I love a good recommendation for a coat/jacket. You look beautiful in all of them! I am off to check out Everlane, thank you for the tip.
Elizabeth! I have so many good basics from Everlane! And I wear them for several seasons!
Annie,
All of these coats are wonderful I also love the outfits you’ve shared while out and about.
I’ve joined a waiting list for the Matt Brown eyeliner by Thrive.
xo,
Karen
Thanks, Karen! I’m looking forward to no-coat weather here in the northeast! Happy Easter!! xx
You always look, “just right”……my friend! xo
Thank you my sweet sweet friend!! Miss you always Elizabeth!
Annie – I love a trench … and especially vintage Burberry. The rust Everlane is amazing too … I think I’m going to order it. Your photo backdrops are spectacular … I feel like I’ve just taken a little vacation! xo
Thanks, Juliet! I do love the Mac, I think it would be perfect in California in the winter maybe layered with a vest on a drizzly;y cold day!