The Trench Coat: A British Fashion Icon
The trench coat has been worn by various individuals, from World War soldiers to celebrities like Samantha Jones from Sex and the City.
According to Amie Elizabeth White, the trench coat did not originate in the trenches, but was influenced by the World Wars and sported by film and TV stars.
There is nothing more elegant in winter than dark tights worn with matching knee-length boots and a belted trench coat.
The story of the trench coat begins in the 1820s with Charles Mackintosh, who invented a rubberised, waterproof fabric and fashioned it into a coat, known as the 'Mack'.
Although revolutionary, the 'Mack' had its drawbacks, including non-breathable fabric that trapped moisture vapor from sweat.
Author's summary: Trench coat origins revealed.
- Influenced by World Wars
- Worn by film and TV stars
- Originated in the 1820s
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