Marks & Spencer shoppers have been rushing to buy a "gorgeous" coat as the autumn weather arrives that has been branded the "perfect" choice for cooler days. The Cotton Rich Belted Longline Trench Coat is one of the bestsellers at the high street giant right now as fashion fans freshen up their wardrobes for the new season.
Made in the timeless trench style with a sophisticated double-breasted front and classic features including shoulder epaulettes and a detachable belt, the coat comes in two versatile colours with black or beige to choose from. Made from 98% cotton, it's sure to be a soft and cosy choice for the autumn and winter months.
Priced at £79 and available in sixes six to 24, the trench coat also has a water-repellent finish to protect against those unpredictable autumn showers. Finished off with handy side pockets, its traditional long style makes it ideal for sheltering against chilly winds in the coming months, while its smart look means it can be dressed up or down with almost any outfit from jeans to dresses.
Trench coats are all the rage across the high street right now, with a hot favourite at Next being the Khaki Green Trench Coat with Contrast Collar, priced at £82, which delivers a statement twist on the classic design with its eye-catching check lining and contrasting collar. New Look, meanwhile, offers a more budget-friendly way to get the look with the Contrast Collar Trench Coat for £64.99, which comes in both dark brown and light khaki.
Back at M&S, the Belted Longline Trench Coat has racked up a stellar average rating of 4.8 out of five stars based on more than 300 reviews from shoppers. Fans of the coat hailed it as a "wardrobe staple" all year round, adding that it feels like "excellent quality" and looks "so stylish".
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One person who bought it praised: "Beautifully tailored trench, which fits well and feels much more expensive than the price."
Another M&S shopper agreed: "Very stylish and lovely length, doesn't feel heavy to wear and generous in fit for thick jumpers in winter. Very happy with it."
A third reviewer said: "I've been looking for a trench for a while but always find them too short or too oversized. This is perfect and goes with everything!"
And someone else wrote: "Amazing quality coat from M&S for such a great price. Looks formal for work and can also tie the belt at the back to wear with jeans and trainers."
However, while around 85% of shoppers gave the trench coat a full five-star rating, a couple of customers had complaints about its material. One reviewer remarked: "The material is heavier than I expected for a trench coat, and it attracts fluff and lint."
And someone else echoed: "Absolutely gorgeous coat, love the fit and style but unfortunately only three stars as the material attracts fluff like crazy! Can't wear any different coloured knitwear with it, which is a shame."