For this in the know, a trench coat is a non-negotiable classic. Usually lightweight and waterproof, the typically neutral-hued staple remains a top-tier choice all year round, especially considering the UK's penchant for unpredictable weather. But if the classic trench feels a touch too predictable, fear not - designers are always reinventing it. For spring 2025, our eyes are on Ganni’s fresh take on the trend.
The Scandi brand's Bonded Cotton Trench Coat debuted on its spring/summer 2025 runway and was swiftly snapped up by stylish show-goers at Paris Fashion Week. Chicer and more dramatic than its traditional counterparts, the coat's popularity is hardly a surprise. Featuring a classic double-breasted knee-length silhouette, the twists on this trench come in the form of Ganni's iconic puff sleeves and two adjustable and removable belts at the waist.
Shop: Ganni's Bonded Cotton Trench Coat
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While the puff sleeves add a feminine touch, the double eyelet belts offer a utilitarian finish that makes this cotton trench endlessly versatile and chic.
At £675, Ganni's bonded trench coat is an investment that offers excellent cost-per-wear. Made with 100% cotton, it's lightweight yet durable, ideal for breezy spring days but roomy enough to layer over chunky knits when the chill sets in. Style it like the Parisian fashion set with pleated denim and a crisp button-up, or go full statement mode and wear it as a coat dress with buckled Ganni boots. Whether you’re teaming it with wide-leg jeans and suede loafers or a swishy maxi dress and ballet flats, this utilitarian trench is the effortless finishing touch your wardrobe needs
Undeniably cool and hardworking, the bonded trench is likely the best outerwear staple you'll invest in for many seasons to come. But, if you'd rather pass on the weighty price tag, I've bookmarked an array of equally chic trench coats that offer Scandi cool girl vibes at a fraction of the cost. From M&S' classic style to Massimo Dutti's trench coat with a detachable scarf, browse our favourite alternatives below.
Shop: Alternative Trench Coats For Spring 2025
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Not one for beige? This black iteration is just as versatile but offers a slightly edgier design that'll be the centre of attention in any outfit you choose to pair it with.
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Perhaps the best alternative to Ganni, this dark beige design from & Other Stories features a similar buckle belt, and will fit seamlessly into your wardrobe. It's also currently in the sale.
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M&S is always our first port of call for well-crafted, affordable basics and its trench coat lineup doesn't disappoint. This double-breasted cotton coat is as classic as it gets and consistently sells fast. Given its £79 price tag, we're hardly surprised.
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Zara's trench leans more into the garment's military origins with shoulder epaulettes, storm flaps and belted cuffs. Wear with jeans and a sleek white T-shirt for an easy everyday spring look.
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If it's the Ganni trench coat's subtly flared silhouette you're after, this A-line coat with a wide waist belt from H&M is a great high street alternative.
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Beloved by Sienna Miller, Sézane's Clyde trench coat is a veritable bestseller that never goes out of style. While its single-breasted design is far from Ganni's bonded trench, with an oversized silhouette and check lining, it's just as chic and versatile.
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If you're after a trench with a twist, Massimo Dutti's cropped style comes with a detachable scarf detail at the neck rendering it both trendy and practical.
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Part of Ganni's widely coveted collaboration with Barbour, this chocolate brown trench coat is made with waxed-organic cotton and features contrasting checked panels as well as a corduroy collar.
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Hitanshi Kamdar is a senior commerce writer for Grazia. Hitanshi is always on the hunt for the latest trends, emerging designers and the internet’s most bizarre style discourse. When not writing, she can be found IDing outfits during Netflix binges and shopping for the latest It-girl shoe trends.