jan, I have 3 Burberry Trench coats and 3 Burberry coats. I LOVE them all so much. Only now, after purchasing what I already have, would I ever consider something like the poncho, for the price. IMO, it is not worth it. I would invest in a Trench or coat before I would this poncho. While it is a Burberry, it is very trendy and for the cost, a Trench or coat would be a wiser and better investment. However, the heart wants what the heart wants. So, if your heart is urging you to get the poncho, you only live once. Be happy, have fun. Good luck deciding!!