This stylish Alva waterproof trench coat is perfect for keeping me warm and dry on the school run
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This stylish waterproof trench is designed to keep you warm and dry through wet and windy autumn and winter days, without looking like a traditional waterproof jacket.
When the school run starts feeling more like an endurance test thanks to pouring rain, chilly winds and unpredictable British weather, having the right coat can make all the difference. That’s why the TOG24 Alva Womens Waterproof Trench Coat £170 has caught my eye.
The chocolate brown coat combines the classic look of a trench with the practical features you’d expect from a waterproof winter layer, making it a particularly tempting option for those busy mornings when you need something that can handle whatever the weather throws at you.
The chocolate brown shade is also a refreshing alternative to the usual black winter coat, while the Alva is available in chocolate brown, taupe, black and khaki, in UK sizes 8 to 18.
What makes the Alva particularly appealing is that it doesn't simply look like a trench coat. TOG24 has designed it to cope with wet and windy weather alongside a windproof construction and fully taped seams.
The waterproof coating is designed to help keep rain out while retaining warmth, which is exactly what I’d be looking for during the colder months. For anyone who spends plenty of time standing around at the school gates that extra protection could make a big difference.
The Alva trench coat comes with a removable hood with drawcords around the opening, so it can be adjusted when the rain starts coming down. If the weather clears up, the hood can also be removed for a cleaner trench-coat look.
The two-way zip is another practical addition, offering extra mobility when you're walking around, while concealed press studs help keep the front securely fastened. One of my favourite details is the adjustable waist. Rather than leaving you with a shapeless waterproof silhouette, the Alva has toggle adjusters at the waist, allowing you to create a more cinched-in shape.
For busy school mornings, that could be exactly the balance many of us are looking for. Instead of throwing on a bulky waterproof jacket and sacrificing style, the Alva is designed to keep you protected from rain and wind while still giving you that polished, cinched-in trench-coat look.
The TOG24 Alva Womens Waterproof Trench Coat £170 in Chocolate Brown and is available in UK sizes 8-18.
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