Which is better for rainy commutes?

The London Fog is easier for daily rain because of the removable hood and machine wash care. The Kensington repels water and has a throat latch and storm shield, but no hood, so you need an umbrella.

The Burberry Kensington. Its 100% cotton gabardine and leather trim hold up over years, while the London Fog's cotton-polyester blend and lighter build wear faster with heavy use.

Is the Burberry worth stepping up to?

If you want a coat you keep for a decade and wear to work or formal occasions, yes. If you need a washable everyday trench, the London Fog covers that job.

How do the fits compare?

The London Fog is a straight above-the-knee cut at 36 inches. The Kensington is a longer, loose straight fit in US sizes 4 to 12, so try your usual size and expect room for layering.

Can I wash the Burberry at home?

No. The Kensington is dry clean only. The London Fog is machine washable, which matters if you wear a trench often in wet weather.

London Fog Classic Trench Coat vs Burberry Kensington Heritage Trench Coat

The Burberry Kensington Heritage is the better coat: 100% cotton gabardine with a leather-trimmed belt, Burberry Check lining, throat latch, gun flap and storm shield, and it is dry clean only. The London Fog Classic is a lighter cotton-polyester blend you can machine wash, with a removable hood and a shorter above-the-knee cut. Reviewers of the London Fog call it a solid everyday trench for the money; owners of the Kensington treat it as a long-term investment piece that holds its shape for years.

Choose the London Fog Classic if you want a machine-washable, hooded trench for daily wear and wet commutes without fuss.
Choose the Burberry Kensington if you want a structured, dry-clean-only heritage trench built to last a decade or more.

Prices

London Fog Classic Trench Coat: $50.00 at Poshmark (checked today)
Burberry Kensington Heritage Trench Coat: $1,900.00 at Chesner's (last seen Nov 7)
Difference: the London Fog Classic Trench Coat is $1,850.00 cheaper than the Burberry Kensington Heritage Trench Coat at the latest prices (Nov 7 and Nov 14)

	London Fog Classic Trench Coat	Burberry Kensington Heritage Trench Coat
Fabric	Cotton-polyester blend, midweight	100% cotton gabardine, water-repellent
Care	Machine wash	Dry clean only
Length	36 in., hits above the knee	Longer, traditional trench length
Hood	Removable hood included	No hood; throat latch and hook-and-eye collar instead
Hardware and trim	Standard buttons, self-fabric belt	Leather buckle belt and cuffs
Signature details	Double-breasted front, two pockets, fully lined	Epaulettes, gun flap, storm shield, back vent, check lining
Fit	Straight, above-knee cut	Loose straight fit, sized in US 4–12
Build and longevity	Everyday construction, lighter feel	Heavier structured build that holds shape over years

Spec	London Fog Classic Trench Coat	Burberry Kensington Heritage Trench Coat
Color	—	Honey
Size	—	Please select
Size ordered	—	12
Usual size	—	10
Washing Instructions	—	Dryclean
Pattern	—	Solid Color
Size (Small-Large)	—	L, 6XL, S, M, 4XL
Neckline	—	Shirt Collar, Shawl Collar
Closure	—	Buttons, Double Breasted, Front Hooked
Sleeves	—	Long Sleeve
Material	—	Cotton
Gender	—	Female

Spec	London Fog Classic Trench Coat	Burberry Kensington Heritage Trench Coat
Fit	—	Loose, Straight
Coats	—	Trenchcoat
Cotton (%)	—	100
Size (US)	—	4, 8, 10, 6, 12
Age Group	—	Adult
Lining	—	Leather, Cotton
Sportswear Garment	—	No
Viscose (%)	—	100
Season	—	Spring, Fall, Winter
Fastener Type	—	Button

London Fog Classic Trench Coat vs Burberry Kensington Heritage Trench Coat

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