Is this trench worth it?

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I’ve been looking at this trench for a few weeks vs ones on Vinted.

https://www.hobbs.com/product/petite-skylar-shower-resistant-trench-coat/0125-3920-9057L04-TAN.html?cq_src=google_ads&cq_cmp=21006000611&cq_net=x&cq_plt=gp&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=21006000611&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADC5o-JFKk88hiGfCVJxGFd6DWiLI&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwaspHR6k1Kcnmgf8o4y584j58WRwMUckVj2J2zXUxe72rJmr7Q56nNrsaAp_DEALw_wcB

it’s petite- looks very smart and lovely. I’m 5ft2. Will it literally last me forever and make me look very smart and cool?! 😂

Thoughts please?

m and s have similar but the petite is sold out and the shape didn’t look so big boob friendly.

I’ve spent this amount of money on coats and never regretted it as I’ve worn them so much. If you think you’ll wear it and can afford it then go for it!

Well I hit my target weight, I'm treating myself to that trench.

Trench aren't for me, just remind me of Mr Gadget but here is nothing wrong with that one and if you like it get it!

I love it

I don't get on with Hobbs as whatever I try doesn't suit me.

I like that coat in green, that really pale one would get dirty quickly, but I have dyspraxia and do things like walk into walls.

I bought that coat in navy and loved it so much I went back and bought that colour. Hobbs often have sales or discount codes so look for that.

Like you I'm petite and this coat fits like a dream, looks great and makes me feel confident.

So I'm biased but I'd say if you love something and can afford it then do what makes you happiest

It's very nice. With trenches it's very much about whether it'd the right shade of beige/camel for you. If it is then great. I like the fact it doesn't have a buckle.

John Lewis also has a nice one.

I wear my trench from spring onwards - mostly for work and to smarten up jeans outfits.

I'm just about to upgrade - the one I have was £10 on Vinted. Its only New Look! I want epaulettes, flaps, a standing collar. I'm actually thinking of getting two- a classic one like the one in your picture and a more casual longer line Minimalist one.

Yes it is worth it. It's a classic and will never go out of style.

Absolutely spend on a coat - for almost half the year it's all anyone out of your home or office will ever see on you, and I think it's usually very obvious to most how good the quality is.

That Hobbs trench is gorgeous!

Hobbs is good quality and trench coats never really go out of fashion so, if it suits you, you'll have years of wear out of it. Think of it as price per wear - 10 years that's £22 a year.

I’ve got a Hobbs full-skirted mac. It’s lasted me 11 years so far and I got it second hand off eBay for £49, which I really hesitated about at the time but now I see was an absolute bargain.

Mine isn’t a trench as I can never find the right shade of camel. As @Bimblebombzle says, it really matters (have come to accept that it doesn’t exist for my colouring but it’s ok because I have my excellent swishy mac!)

So I say go for it!

I don't have this one but I have a Hobbs Saskia trench and it is absolutely beautiful.

It's only shower resistant which makes it a fashion coat in my view - nothing wrong with that but I disagree that it'll never go out of style, e.g. the length/shape/detailing of some trenchcoats from the early noughties can be quite different to now.

But my main reservation is the short length. I know the model is 5'9 but I think that could make it less versatile and, if it was above the knee on me, I'd personally avoid.

I would avoid it for the same reason as Flo- length.

I'm 5'2 /3" and no matter what actual dress size I was when I bought from Hobbs (which ranged from an 8 to a 14) I never bought petite as the cuts were too small/ skimpy. And I've never at my biggest been more than a C cup.

Whereas what stood out to me as a reason not to buy is the lack of belt buckle. A classic trench should have a leather belt buckle. Not having one is just cost cutting and much less practical for long term wearing. Which is why I’d avoid the Hobbs one.

I love trench coats (I have about 10 of them in various colours and lengths) but I stick to ‘trench coat specialist’ brands like Mackintosh and Aquascutum. The quality is outstanding. If you’re patient and know what you’re looking for, you can usually pick up a bargain on Vinted.

Double-breasted if you're busty isn't a look I'd go for, but the coat is nice.

Hobbs trench coats are great, perfect for spring and autumn so you get plenty of wear. I have about half a dozen in various colours.

I have a beige trench from burberrys and it is fab, chic & goes with loads of stuff. BUT... if I was buying again I'd buy a darker coloured one.

Damn thing never wears out so I've no excuse to replace it!

Olive green or navy are lovely.

I've got the Hobbs Saskia trench and wear it loads. Great with jeans and trainers or for smarter work wear. Get it dry cleaned once a year and it's still looking good after 4 years.

I have to say I never button/belt it up - belt is tied at the back always for me.

It’s lovely. I wish I suited trenches. I buy one every few years because they look great on other people and I somehow make myself believe that this time it’ll turn me into Jane Birkin.

But it never, ever does

Buy it, OP.

Jack Wills has an almost identical one for half the price as an alternative option

Its GORGEOUS!!!!

I am also near target and I treated my self to a similar Hobbs Trench . No regrets , I feel bloody fantastic in it . My only regret is the one featured in Ops post is available in powder blue and I can’t justify another new trench right now .
Congrats on reaching your target !

I currently have this in my wish list on John Lewis so I will say go for it.