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‘A thoroughly liberated woman,’ was how a villainous character described ‘Mrs. Peel’ in the 60s British TV show The Avengers. As it turns out, the actress who played her was just as liberated. When Diana Rigg found out she was making less money than the cameraman, she threatened to quit.
Mrs. Peel pilots a Vespa/Douglas Sportique 150 during her premiere episode — with her partner John Steed sitting sidesaddle! One of TV’s first feminist heroines indeed.
Oh, but have we forgotten to mention her incredible mod wardrobe? It was almost a character in itself: black leather cat suits, a-line dresses, kinky boots, and yes, occasionally, a trench coat.
Our trench would have suited her well. Not least of all because of its discreet, removable armor in the shoulders, elbows and back. In fact, you could call this a ‘technical trench’ thanks to its water resistant-breathable fabric, zippered vents and abrasion resistance.
Under its proper, double-breasted front lies a sneaky off-center zipper so there’s no unsightly ‘stacking’ of clothing. The belt is trimmed in reflective fabric that appears white in light and is held in place by nice wide loops — nothing fiddly here. And the flattering top of the thigh length perfect to show off a pair of your own kinky boots.
The new Verona short trench has another very clever feature. You don’t have to do the buttons up at all – along with the offset zipper is also some velcro to close the jacket. Much easier to put on and take off!
