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Simply Milly@simplymilly
Additional details
Techniques
Rework · Deconstruction
Embellish · Trim
Details
- Gender
- Women
- Primary color
- Green
- Secondary colors
- Black
The Story
This two-piece set was created by transforming a thrifted trench coat into a bomber jacket and matching skirt. Black bias tape was added to give it a bold, sporty aesthetic inspired by classic athletic wear. By reimagining a pre-loved garment, the design extends its lifespan, reduces textile waste, and demonstrates how creativity and craftsmanship can turn discarded clothing into a stylish, contemporary statement.
Comments
· 21 responses@pinket
Aug 23, 2026, 8:44 PM
How does someone with 16 views get 111 votes? 95 people voted for you without even checking out your garment. How does that work?
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@gg888
Aug 29, 2026, 2:16 AM
Love the sporty details!
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@chelgh
Sep 3, 2026, 7:48 PM
I absolutely love what you did with that old trench coat! Turning it into a bomber jacket and matching skirt is so creative and adorable. I love how you can take something old and turn it into something beautiful while keeping it out of the landfill
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@miandbo
Sep 4, 2026, 2:19 PM
It looks great on you, very elegant!
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@aggy
Sep 23, 2026, 2:16 PM
Beautiful transformation
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@katembogo
Sep 23, 2026, 7:43 PM
The transformation of the trench coat to something beautiful and wearable for daily use It is creativity.
@kaimuri
Sep 24, 2026, 11:45 AM
This is such an amazing transformation. Well done
@suev
Sep 24, 2026, 11:47 AM
I really love what you have done with the trench coat. It just gets to show the impact of upcycling garments that would somehow end up in the landfills
@kaimuri
Sep 24, 2026, 11:49 AM
Love this transformation. The new piece is versatile since it's now a two piece and can be styled differently as compared to the trench coat
@annnette
Sep 24, 2026, 11:54 AM
Lovely transformation