I have no problem admitting that I am addicted to trench coats. The Inspector Gadget comparisons give me zero doubt whenever I choose to wear one, which is nearly every day in the spring and fall.

After 13 years, 46 episodes and heaven knows how many mysterious deaths, the most famous trench coat-wearing detective ... aka crime-busting Detective Chief Inspector Vera Stanhope.

The trench coat Functional, chic and timeless ... think of forest greens or deep browns – adding to the fashionable detective vibe. The it girls of Instagram tend to opt for faux leather ...

Actress Brenda Blethyn is set to hang up her hat as Detective Chief Inspector Vera ... and STV at 8pm on January 1 and 2. Unorthodox trench coat-wearing Vera will not be fading out quietly as ...