3 min readWhat do Bhavitha Mandava, Grace Gummer, and Julia Fox have in common? A shared love of the leather trench. From sleek funnel-neck iterations to classic ’90s silhouettes, the transitional season hero has quietly become the coat of choice for celebrities—whether sitting front row or shopping in SoHo.
After a strong showing on the runway—where houses like Bottega Veneta, Dior, and Balenciaga sent versions down the catwalk in a range of cuts and finishes—it’s hardly surprising the style has been on a hot streak since fashion month wrapped. Whether you lean toward timeless tailoring or trend-forward shapes, consider this your guide to the best leather trench coats to shop now.
Balenciaga
Bottega Veneta
Carven
Classic Double-Breasted
The most traditional on the list, this classic trench coat harkens back to the postwar silhouettes that became popular among hoi polloi—epaulettes and all. Sported by Bhavitha Mandava outside of the Chanel show in March, the double-breasted style is proof that the trench silhouette works well in any texture—leather included. Style it with jeans and your go-to cardigan all spring long.
Same Los Angeles
The Leather Trench
AllSaints
Reed Suede Trench Coat
Generation Love
Hearst Vegan Leather Trench Coat
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Joe’s
Faux Leather Trench Coat
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Mackage Gael Suede Trench Coat
Funnel Necks
A sleeker, more directional take on the silhouette, the funnel-neck trench swaps traditional lapels for a high, structured collar that frames the face and adds a slightly futuristic edge. The detail was spotted on cool girls outside of every big runway show this season. (Above, Grace Gummer of FX’s Love Story wore it to Khaite’s New York Fashion Week show.) Whether cropped or floor-grazing, the streamlined neckline makes the piece feel especially polished. Try it over tailored trousers or a slip dress for an all-around sharp look.
Nour Hammour
Anorak Leather Jacket
Cos
Mock-Neck Leather Short Trench Coat
’90s Silhouettes
If there’s one version that feels perpetually cool, it’s the single-breasted leather trench. Defined by its tailored fit, minimal hardware, and deep V neckline, the style channels the pared-back styles that ran rampant in the ’90s. (Think: Rachel Green in Friends.) It’s the ultimate throw-on-and-go layer—one that works just as well with vintage denim and loafers as it does over a slinky evening look.
Weekend Max Mara Nappa Leather Overcoat
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Vince Suede Leather Long Coat
Massimo Dutti
Long Nappa Leather Coat
Peter Pan Collars
For those who prefer a mod spin on the leather trench, the Peter Pan collar is your best bet. The crewneck collar and rounded lapels pack a punch of vintage nostalgia—a welcome juxtaposition to the gutsy leather fabrication. Whether styled with jeans and ballet flats or layered over a tea-length dress, it’s an easy way to add a touch of prep to the classic coat.
By Malene Birger Alleys Leather Top
Ghia Glossy Leather Jacket
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Toteme
Paneled Textured-Leather Coat
Colored Leather Trench Coat
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While black and chocolate brown will always be staples, celebrities are increasingly experimenting with bold colors in leather outerwear. Enter the fluorescent trench: a statement-making option that instantly brightens cold-weather dressing—and counts Julia Fox as a fan. Whether rendered in fire-hydrant red, Kelly green, or highlighter yellow, the vibrant coat works best when the rest of the look stays simple. Translation: Opt for monochrome layers underneath.
Mackage
Carmela Leather Trench with Belt
Prada
Double-Breasted Leather Coat
Karen Millen
Leather Collared Belted Trench Coat
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Proenza Schouler
Benedetta Trench Coat
Cos
Collared Suede Long Coat
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