// photo via Atlantic Pacific

I think one of the best feelings in the world is that first mild temperature day of spring where you’re finally able to shed your heavy winter coat for something lighter. After the winter we’ve had this year in Chicago, I’m absolutely sick of my winter coats at the moment and trade ’em in for something a little lighter and a lot more stylish. My go to? A classic trench. They’re the perfect weight for those days where you still need an extra layer and the belted silhouette is oh so flattering and timeless.

Some picks to help you add this wardrobe staple to your own closet:

// Burberry // Madewell // Club Monaco //

Kate Spade (50% off!) // J. Crew // Banana Republic

// Calvin Klein // London Fog // Michael Kors //

Ann Taylor // Gap // H&M

// Fossil // Rag & Bone // Gap

Are you a fan of the trench? Have you been lucky enough to trade in your heavy winter coat for something a bit lighter yet?