Why I want to splurge for... a classic trench

As my personal style tastes transitions from the eclectic, boho fashion I tried to emulate to a more classic, mix and match style that is much more in line with some British sensibilities, I'm finding myself fighting the urge to drop massive amounts of dollars on my newly paid off credit cards to try and appease my changing fashion tastes.

The Gap's classic trench in beige.

It's particularly hard to resist clicking a 'buy now' button when I'm looking at classic beige trench coats this fall.

I love classic trenches. They are a sophisticated piece that anyone can use in their wardrobe and really is a outwear staple most people should have, particularly those who works in an office setting and have a fairly conservative dress code at work.

Granted, I work in an office that's so casual, I could show up in shorts and sandals if I wanted to without drawing too much attention, but that's besides the point really.

While trenches come in all shapes, sizes and styles, I love the princess and A-line cut style trenches with a collar that is fitted and is mid-length. They fit my body type really well but I also find it's the perfect length to go with my knee-high boots, looks great with skirts but are also solid with a pair of pants if necessary. As for the collar, it's because it ties in well with my scarf or button up shirts if I wear one.

Also, and another thing I'm learning as I transition from cheap fashion to long-lasting appeal, the thicker the material is, the better. And it has to be lined. It gives it a much richer quality and texture that is almost necessary for a good fall and spring coat in southern Ontario.

If that means paying a few extra dollars for the above, trust me, it is worth the investment, especially if you find a cut, colour and style that you love. No more cheap, crappy purchases from me when it comes to this item. I've learned my lesson on that front awhile back.

(However, as I'm far and away from ever being able to afford a Burberry, I have to be reasonable regarding the price for quality trade-off. While it would be oh so wonderful to own a Burberry trench, that would actually break my bank account)

Now let me get this straight off the top: I already own a very beautiful, well-made, slate grey trench coat from ASOS that I bought last year for a little under $150 bucks (import taxes included) that I absolutely love to death because it matches everything I own and makes me feel like The Doctor on one of his wacky time adventures in it.

Matt Smith was good, but David Tennant remains my OTD.

So why the heck am I dreaming of getting another in a different colour? Because fashion. There's that bit of consumer nonsense that runs in all of us humans that wants now, pay later and has a hard time resisting temptations.

Thankfully for the most part, common sense is prevailing for now on this purchase. For starters, I'm being especially selective on what pieces I buy of late and I've yet to find the perfect beige trench that makes my hands quiver and reach for my credit card in a desperate attempt to buy before they sell out.

And I still owe the government a car so any money I have right now is not actually mine to spend really but let's not discuss reality of my debt right now because you know kthxbai

But ultimately, it comes down to the fact that I have another item I need much much more right now that I'm making an active attempt to save for in order to do it right: a black leather jacket. Which will be a story for another day.

So not this fall, classic beige trench. I will have to re-evaluate in the spring and in the meantime, hope and pray I don't encounter my perfect trench somewhere while window shopping online.