Trench coat

A trench coat, also written trenchcoat'in modern usage, is a heavy duty type of outdoor garment. Originally designed for soldiers fighting in Trench Warfare in World War I, it is usually made from gaberdine fabric of wool or heavy duty cotton, but in modern times leather trench coats have become popular as well. Trench coats became a popular fashion item after the 1960s, and found prominence amongst punk rockers and goths in the 1980s. Nowadays, the trench coat transcends all societal barriers and is popular amongst almost all levels of society due to its functional qualities.

In popular culture

The trench coat has been associated with spies and detectives since World War II.