As cool as trench coats may look when worn by street style experts [1] in New York City, I've personally always avoided investing in the outerwear for fear that I'd wind up looking like an Inspector Gadget wannabe. But after seeing Meghan Markle [2] wear one with Inspector Gadget-less grace and ease, I'm officially convinced to give the classic trend a try [3]. On Oct. 30, the Duchess of Sussex stepped out in New Zealand as part of her 16-day royal tour with Prince Harry [4], and though she was wearing neutral-toned pieces from head to toe, she looked far from basic, thanks to her jacket.
While greeting fans and visiting a charity in Auckland, Meghan wore a breezy Burberry trench coat [5] with gently puffed sleeves that softened the usual military-esque vibe of the closet staple. The mom-to-be wore her coat open to show off her formfitting Brandon Maxwell midi dress (and her adorable growing baby bump [6], which she lovingly cradled while walking through the crowds). Per usual, Meghan finished the look with a pair of neutral Stuart Weitzman pumps, her go-to heels [7].
Meghan's sleek trench coat appears to be sold out [8] (*pretends to be shocked*), but never fear — we tracked down a few other similar styles for you to shop ahead if you, too, are looking to conquer your Inspector Gadget look-alike fears.
