The Kensington Cropped Trench Jacket

The flap is what makes this feel like a proper trench design rather than a plain cropped jacket. I chose the khaki option.

I like the short body against longer, wider trousers. Really nice proportions.

These are my favourite little detail. They give the sleeves a more finished look.

The storm flap is my favourite detail. My only hesitation is that the cropped length sits a little higher than I pictured. Went for khaki this time

Already have a longer coat, so I wanted the classic details in a shorter shape.

I like the design most with a white shirt and wide leg trousers. The lapels feel quite wide on my frame, so that's the way I would style it.

That is where the cropped hem works best for me.

The row of buttons gives it structure without making the fit look too formal. My pick from the colour options was black

I like seeing a little of the shirt below the jacket hem. Makes the layers interesting.

Small details, but I'd miss them if the shoulders were completely plain. I opted for khaki, rather than my usual choice.

This particular design wasn't the right match for me. The lapels feel quite wide on my frame. I'd look for a different cut next time.

the shorter cut means it works with trousers i find awkward under full-length coats. i chose the black option

The overall idea works for me, though I like it more open than fully buttoned. Keeping the other pieces simple helps balance it.

The design has its appeal, but the cropped length sits a little higher than I pictured. I don't think the relaxed cropped shape is quite the silhouette I was looking for.

A narrow plain neckline underneath lets the lapels be the focus. For reference, mine is brown.

It's an easy outfit that still shows off the jacket's shape

The storm-flap detail makes it interesting from more than just the front.

i keep sleeves underneath quite plain so the buckles don't get lost. i went with the khaki one.

Good-looking design. If I changed one thing, I'd make the overall outline a little less full, but that's personal taste. I opted for khaki, rather than my usual choice.

I like that the short body still has some room in its shape

the cropped length makes the trench style feel different. i'd keep the rest of the outfit understated rather than adding more statement pieces.

Wanted the look without a belt hanging down. This makes a neat alternative. I opted for brown, rather than my usual choice.

More of a styling piece than a basic for me. I needed to rethink the proportions of what I paired it with, but I like the result.

the cropped line looks especially good with a higher waist and simple loafers. i chose the khaki option