The film "The Matrix" left an indelible mark on the world of fashion. A long leather coat with a masculine silhouette became a symbol of the Y2K aesthetic. This outerwear stands out for its functionality and avant-garde character. In a world where style and practicality must coexist, the Matrix style coat is a timeless classic that will continue to inspire new generations.
Ann Demeulemeester presented a coat most similar to the one worn by Morpheus in the iconic film. Hèrmes made a bet on a clear cut and decorated its version of the coat with barely noticeable studs that sparkled on the lapels. The brand suggests wearing it in restrained but elegant black total looks.
Acne Studios combined denim and leather and brought this outerwear closer to the concept of a denim jacket. McQueen made a bet on a trench coat, which emphasized the waist line, elbows and added shoulder pads. Emporio Armani showed a maxi coat with a voluminous silhouette with a frayed effect.
In addition to black models, designers also showed colored coats. Chloé, champions of boho chic, presented a dark cherry cape coat paired with a ruffled shirt. Burberry used fur details on the cuffs and collar of their dark purple trench coat.
Street style stars also did not stay away from this trend and began to eagerly combine their leather coats with everything: from baggy pants to narrow minidresses, biker boots, loafers and sneakers, demonstrating the versatility of the coat for different aesthetics - from the most casual to the most chic. This proves that although this coat is a symbol of a certain era, it has managed to transcend the boundaries of modern urban fashion as a timeless piece of clothing.
Among star girls, Hailey Bieber, Kendall Jenner and Emily Ratajkowski became the main supporters of the trend. All of them were spotted wearing this type of coat in their everyday looks. Fashionistas combine it with minimalist items such as cropped tops, leggings or cargo pants, as well as with chunky shoes or sneakers, creating a balance between elegance and casualness.