Paris in the fall is where fashion clichés are born—and somehow still look cooler than anywhere else. While trench coats are far from groundbreaking, the way Parisians are wearing them this season makes the piece feel completely new again. After all, no one does classics quite like the French, and their ability to rework something as simple as jeans and a trench coat into an entire look is nothing short of inspiring.
While walking around Paris (and scrolling through far too many fashion accounts), I spotted a handful of trench-and-denim outfits that felt like the blueprint for fall dressing in 2025. Some leaned preppy, some leaned minimal, and others were surprisingly bold. Below, I’m breaking down the five outfit formulas that are worth bookmarking for your own seasonal wardrobe planning.
Sunny-Side Trench
Dressing like a walking butter stick is back in style, and it’s never looked better. If you want to style a trench coat with jeans in a way that feel fresh, exciting, and so 2025, try this look, and don’t forget to zoom in on those resin bangles and order a pair for yourself too.
Suede Season
Suede trench coats were emerging last fall, so prepare for them to truly make their mark this season. This is the kind of coat that you can just throw on top of any simple outfit combination and feel like you’re wearing a “look.”
The Disappearing Act
With floor-sweeping outerwear at its peak, there’s never been a better time to look like you’re wearing nothing but a trench coat. Of course, fashion people know to have a good pair of jeans underneath. The optical lenses and animal-print bag make for the perfect accessories.
Necktie Chic
It feels a bit cliché to say French people are wearing a scarf tied around their neck with their trench coat and denim, but while I was researching this story, I spotted people wearing this oh so Parisienne combination more times than I can count. Here’s further proof that in fashion, the once-clichés always make a comeback.
Prep-School Energy
Don’t be afraid to go all out on the preppy trend here and there by styling your favorite trench coat with a button-down shirt, sweater, and a belt. It’s an easy way to make the most of what you already have and instantly come off as polished.
