Necessities: Trench Coat

I want a trench coat.  It's as simple as that.  It's getting to be that weather where it's not cold enough for the North Face, but it's raining, and a black wool coat is just not going to cut it (not to mention I keep forgetting to take it to the dry cleaner so it's still covered in little white dog hairs).

DVF Spy Ruffle-Trimmed Cotton Trench Coat

Miu Miu Pleated Twill Trench Coat

I think these are just beautiful, especially the classic style of the Miu Miu coat.  You can find them here and here, although at $565 and $1,295, respectively, I don't think I'll be finding them in my closet any time soon.  Since my life isn't just one big game of "Let's Play Pretend," I also found some reasonably similar and vastly less expensive options.

Anne Klein Ruffled Collar Trench Coat

DKNY Belted Rain/Trench Coat

Lauren by Ralph Lauren 

Emery Belted Trench Coat

Found here, here, and here, their prices average out at $149.  Now all I need to do is go find time to try some of these on!  I almost never purchase a coat without trying it on first since they tend to be such an important part of one's wardrobe.  After all, what other item do you wear almost every day?

What items do you need to get through the spring weather?