The Chicest People I Know Are Wearing This Fresh Jacket Trend—I’ve Found 18 That Are Extra Elevated

As spring approaches, I'm on the hunt for transitional pieces that will elevate my everyday looks while still keeping me warm. And while the classic trench coat will always have a place in my spring capsule wardrobe, this year it's the cropped trench that is taking centre stage.

Cropped trench jackets are a modern take on the classic trench that we all know and love. Offering an equally sophisticated look, but with a fresh touch, they're the perfect balance between trendy and timeless, ensuring that whether you opt for a designer or high-street style, it's an investment you won't great.

And I'm not the only one who thinks so, with cropped trenches appearing on all the best-dressed people on my feed right now. The best bit? They go with just as many looks as a long-line trench, pairing perfectly with skirts and dresses, but also with trousers and jeans, which means the style is sure to blend seamlessly into your wardrobe and become a layer you can rely on, especially during this tricky in-between season!

If like me you're now on the hunt for a cropped trench coat then keep scrolling for my edit of the best out there right now.

The Best Cropped Trench Jackets to Shop This Spring:

The Best Cropped Trench Coats Under £100:

Yep, you read that price right. It comes in three other colours too.

ZARA

Short Hooded Trench Coat

The collar can be worn up or down, so this feels like two jackets for the price of one.

MANGO

Double-Breasted Jacket With Lapels

I'm a fan of this rich khaki shade, but it also comes in classic tan.

Forever New

Ebony Cropped Trench Coat, Camel

Pop this on to feel effortlessly chic.

M&S Collection

Cotton Rich Short Trench Coat

An easy-to-wear wardrobe staple.

ASOS DESIGN

Asos Design Cropped Twill Trench Coat in Navy

Navy is such an underrated colour for a trench.

The Best Cropped Trench Coats Under £200:

MY ESSENTIAL WARDROBE

Mira Trench Jacket, Major Brown

I'm picturing this with many outfits, from day to night.

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Short Trench Coat Jacket

Style with knee-high boots and a skirt to achieve this sleek look.

I'm loving the cape-like fit.

Lollys Laundry

Viola Cropped Trench Coat

A classic take on the cropped trench.

Massimo Dutti

Water-Repellent Cotton Cape Jacket

Available in two neutral shades, both equally chic.

COS

Oversized Cropped Trench Coat Cape

How gorgeous is this rust colour for spring?

The Best Cropped Trench Coats Over £200:

Sezane

Bobby Jacket - Light Beige - Organic Cotton

BURBERRY

Cropped Gabardine Trench Jacket

Toteme

Short Leather Trench Desert

While this is still a trench coat at its core, it also carries elements of a classic biker style. And it works like a dream.

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN

Cropped Cotton Trench Jacket

A trench without buttons can be just as stylish.

MAX MARA

Jim Double-Breasted Cropped Cotton-Blend Gabardine Trench Coat

Weekend Max Mara

Biglia Gabardine Short Trench Coat

Opt for the beige to keep things classic, or mix it up with khaki or navy.