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Oversized long black textured coat with wide shawl collar, visible front drape and large flap pockets shown on a model from a frontal view.

ET AL

GEO TRENCH GF

A$1,099.00AUD
In Stock

The GEO TRENCH GF is a limited edition unisex duster coat with an oversized, asymmetric silhouette, featuring a self-fabric belt with loops, patch pockets with flaps, and side seam splits. The main fabric is a Japanese 50% rayon/50% polyester blend with an acetate twill lining; it is dry clean only. Available in black and bronze.

Color
BLACK
Material
50% Rayon, 50% Polyester
Gender
unisex
Style
oversized, androgynous, minimalist, experimental
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets

Color

BLACKBRONZE

Size

ONE SIZE
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MPN
1000000355755

Specifications

Limited edition oversized unisex duster coat with asymmetric details, made from Japanese fabric.

Asymmetric collar and hem, belt with loops, patch pockets with flaps, side seam splits, Japanese fabric.

Color
BLACK · black
Material
50% Rayon, 50% Polyester
Secondary
polyester
Style
oversized, androgynous, minimalist, experimental
Occasion
everyday, travel, casual
Gender
unisex
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets

Additional Attributes

  • limited edition piece
  • made from Japanese fabric
  • extremely oversized silhouette
  • unisex design
  • asymmetric collar
  • asymmetric hem
  • belt with loops at waist
  • patch pockets with flaps
  • flattering side seam splits
  • 50% rayon, 50% polyester main fabric
  • acetate twill lining
  • dry clean only
  • designed in Melbourne

Product Insights

The Geo Trench Gf is an exclusive, drape-first duster from ET AL — a micro-edition of only eight coats worldwide, with one black unit remaining — designed by Project Runway Australia winner Anthony Capon and rooted in the label's relaxed tailoring since 1987. Its core promise is fluid, sculptural layering: a 50/50 rayon-polyester shell over acetate twill gives soft body, wrinkle resistance, and breathability, while an ankle-length column with asymmetric collar, diagonal hem, and side splits moves freely; a removable self-belt either defines the waist or opens the line. Built as a three-season, uninsulated layer for spring, autumn, cool evenings, and air-conditioned spaces, it layers over tunics and knits without distortion. The tradeoffs are explicit: it is not a winter coat, is dry-clean only (though steamable), and the bronze option reads as warm matte earth, not metallic — a deliberate collector's departure from the brand's black core. The label is not trend-driven, making this a multi-year, scarcity-driven investment piece.

Verified claims

Scarcity
Only 8 coats exist worldwide — 6 black, 2 bronze — a true micro-edition.
Last unit
Only 1 of 6 black units remains in stock — the limited run won't be restocked.
Color
Bronze is a warm matte earth tone, not iridescent metallic.
Designer lineage
Designed by Anthony Capon, winner of Project Runway Australia Season 2.
Provenance
ET AL began as the Doughtys' 1987 SHOW.ROOM knitwear label; about half is made in Melbourne.
Design DNA
The Geo Trench directly expresses ET AL's signature relaxed tailoring and fluid drapery.
Silhouette
Removable self-belt is the only closure: tied it defines the waist; open, the diagonal hem and side splits keep volume moving.
Material
50/50 rayon-polyester shell over an acetate twill lining drapes fluidly, resists wrinkles and must be dry-cleaned.
Fit
A lined but uninsulated layer for spring and autumn days, cool evenings, and air-conditioned spaces — not a winter coat.
Fabric hand
Soft fluid drape with body, resists creasing, and stays breathable in mild weather.
Drape
Ankle-length open column — 33 in armpit-to-armpit, 47 in length — moves at side splits.
Lining
Smooth acetate twill lining glides over layers and sits comfortably on bare arms.
Care
Dry-clean only; (P) code allows any standard solvent, and steaming refreshes between cleans.
Finish luster
Bronze's tone comes from rayon's silk-like sheen, not a metallic coating.
Bronze positioning
Bronze is a deliberate collector departure from ET AL's black-monochrome core.
Seasonality
The breathable, non-sticky shell extends wear from spring through early autumn.
Temperature range
Spring, autumn and early-summer duster — breathable, not a winter coat.
Layering
Extreme one-size volume layers over tunics, knits, and jackets without distorting the outer line, a capsule building block.
Seasonal range
Uninsulated duster suits spring and autumn, cool evenings and air-conditioned spaces, not deep winter.
Timelessness
Et Al describes the label as not trend-driven, making this a multi-year rather than seasonal buy.
Seasonal wear
A three-season duster that shakes out wrinkles and drapes open over layers.
Occasion
Race-week statement duster in a micro-run of 8 — not a winter coat.
Asymmetric cut
Asymmetric collar-and-hem cut is a drape-first line; 47-inch hem and side splits keep the stride free.

Product record

Title
Geo Trench Gf
Brand
ET AL
Price
1099 AUD
Availability
In stock

Buying Guide

0 comparisons · 1 source

Uses

Wear it open or belted

Wear the GEO TRENCH GF as an extremely oversized unisex duster coat with an asymmetric collar and hem, patch pockets with flaps, and side seam splits; leave it open over dark layers for a loose, draped shape, or use the self-fabric belt and waist loops to cinch it.[1]

Image Analysis

5 images
GEO TRENCH GF product image (primary)
01

Product

Oversized long black textured coat with wide shawl collar, visible front drape and large flap pockets shown on a model from a frontal view.

  • Overall silhouetteLoose, ankle-length oversized coat with a roomy A-line drape and an open front that falls in soft folds.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.80 (high)
  • Material textureCrinkled, irregular quilt-like surface texture with visible stitched grid lines producing a subtly wrinkled reflective finish.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.64 · h 0.68 (high)
  • CollarWide shawl-style collar that folds back and extends down the front opening creating a layered drape.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.08 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Front opening and drapeOpen center front without visible fasteners, forming overlapping inner and outer panels that cascade to the hem.
    1 regionx 0.38 · y 0.24 · w 0.24 · h 0.60 (high)
  • PocketsTwo large external pockets with oversized rectangular flaps positioned on the lower front sides; left-side flap visible angled outward.
    2 regionsx 0.62 · y 0.48 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.64 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Sleeve constructionDropped shoulder with long, loose sleeves that taper slightly toward the wrist; sleeve fabric shows same crinkled texture.
    2 regionsx 0.12 · y 0.24 · w 0.22 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Hem and lengthStraight hem that reaches near the ankles of the model, with the textured fabric continuing to the edge.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.76 · w 0.64 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Visible inner garmentBlack inner garment visible through the open front at the chest and leg opening beneath the coat.
    1 regionx 0.44 · y 0.28 · w 0.12 · h 0.34 (high)

Other

Studio product shot showing a model wearing the coat against a plain white background with even lighting and minimal shadows.

  • Background and lightingPlain white seamless background with bright, even studio lighting producing soft shadows under the hem and feet.
  • Model presenceFemale model shown full body from head to feet wearing the coat; hands and jewelry partially visible but not part of the product description.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.02 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high)
  • FootwearBlack heeled ankle boots visible at the bottom of the frame under the coat hem.
    2 regionsx 0.18 · y 0.88 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.88 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Image cropImage centered on the model with slight horizontal padding and the model fully visible within the frame.

Colors

textured black· main body#0E0E0E
GEO TRENCH GF product image 2
02

Product

Oversized long black quilted coat with wide shawl collar, large patch pockets, dropped shoulders and long loose sleeves; model is wearing it open with belt ties visible at the sides.

  • Overall silhouetteLong, oversized coat with loose, drapey fit that reaches near the model's ankles and falls in soft folds when open.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.12 · w 0.80 · h 0.82 (high)
  • Surface textureCrinkled, slightly glossy quilted surface with visible stitched diamond/triangular quilting lines creating an irregular grid across the fabric.
    1 regionx 0.14 · y 0.18 · w 0.72 · h 0.70 (high)
  • Collar and front panelsWide shawl-style collar that folds back into broad front lapels; collar shows the same quilted texture and has a defined rectangular top edge.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.08 · w 0.32 · h 0.24 (high)
  • Patch pocketsLarge square patch pockets with visible topstitching located on each hip; model's hands are partially inside pockets.
    2 regionsx 0.16 · y 0.48 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.50 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Sleeve shapeDropped shoulder with long, roomy sleeves that taper slightly toward the cuff; sleeve hems are wide and show seam/topstitch detail.
    2 regionsx 0.12 · y 0.28 · w 0.24 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.30 · w 0.20 · h 0.28 (high)
  • Belt tiesLong narrow fabric ties hanging at the sides, appearing from the coat waist area and extending downward.
    2 regionsx 0.12 · y 0.70 · w 0.06 · h 0.22 (medium); x 0.82 · y 0.66 · w 0.06 · h 0.20 (medium)
  • Front openingCoat is shown open down the front revealing an inner black garment; front edges form vertical overlapping panels.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.26 · w 0.28 · h 0.56 (high)
  • Hem detailLower hem is uneven and draped with internal black lining visible in some folds near the bottom center.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.72 · w 0.44 · h 0.24 (high)

Other

Studio product shot on white background featuring a model wearing the coat; even lighting reduces harsh shadows and shows fabric sheen.

  • Model and stylingAn older adult female model wearing the coat, visible from head to near the feet, wearing a silver neckpiece and black inner clothing and black ankle boots.
    2 regionsx 0.34 · y 0.00 · w 0.32 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.44 · y 0.84 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high)
  • Background and lightingPlain white seamless background with bright, even studio lighting that produces soft shadows under the coat and boots.
  • Hand placementModel's hands inserted into the coat pockets with fingers and red nail polish partially visible.
    2 regionsx 0.18 · y 0.56 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.56 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Reflections and sheenFabric shows specular highlights and glossy reflections consistent with a slightly shiny finish under directional studio lights.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.20 · w 0.40 · h 0.50 (high)

Colors

gloss black· main body#0E0E0E
GEO TRENCH GF product image 3
03

Product

Back/side view of a long, ankle-length black quilted coat with a crinkled glossy surface, wide sleeves, a loose drape and a self-fabric belt hanging at the back.

  • Overall silhouetteAnkle-length, loose-fitting coat with a full, voluminous drape when viewed from the back/side.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.08 · w 0.70 · h 0.84 (high)
  • Surface texture and patternCrinkled, slightly glossy textile with a visible diamond/quilted stitch pattern across the visible exterior.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.54 · h 0.66 (high)
  • Sleeve styleWide, three-quarter to full-length sleeves with visible cuff seam and loose, kimono-like shape.
    1 regionx 0.46 · y 0.32 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (high)
  • CollarFolded stand/low shawl collar visible at the back of the neck.
    1 regionx 0.38 · y 0.04 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Self-fabric beltLong self-fabric belt made from the same quilted material, shown hanging untied at the back with one looped portion visible.
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.50 · w 0.28 · h 0.24 (high)
  • Back yoke seamHorizontal seam or yoke across the upper back separating the shoulder area from the lower body of the coat.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.50 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Side hem ventVertical side slit/vent at the lower side seam visible above the model's leg.
    1 regionx 0.58 · y 0.64 · w 0.18 · h 0.26 (high)
  • Visible lining or inner layerDarker inner garment or backing visible through the side slit and lower hem area beneath the coat.
    1 regionx 0.62 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (medium)

Other

Studio product photo showing a model wearing the coat against a seamless white background from a rear three-quarter angle; soft studio lighting produces minimal shadow under the hem.

  • Model pose and viewModel stands facing right in a rear three-quarter pose showing the back and right side of the coat; head turned slightly to the right.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 0.32 (high)
  • BackgroundEven white seamless background with no visible props or packaging.
  • Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse studio lighting with faint shadow visible beneath the coat hem and boot area.
    1 regionx 0.32 · y 0.84 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (medium)
  • Image framingFull-body framing cropped close to the feet and head with the coat centered vertically in the frame.

Colors

crinkled black· exterior fabric#1C1C1C
GEO TRENCH GF product image 4
04

Product

Long black textured belted coat with wide shawl collar, large curved patch pockets with flaps, and long roomy sleeves shown on a model from the front.

  • Overall silhouetteFull-length, loose-fitting robe-style coat falling to the model's ankles with a straight hem and a front overlap secured by a fabric belt.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.66 · h 0.82 (high)
  • Fabric textureCrinkled, slightly glossy textured fabric with irregular quilted or stitched seam lines creating a wrinkled geometric surface.
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.18 · w 0.52 · h 0.62 (high)
  • CollarWide shawl-style collar that folds back and follows the front opening, made from the same textured fabric.
    1 regionx 0.39 · y 0.10 · w 0.30 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Belt and knotLong self-fabric belt tied in a loose knot at the front center, with belt ends hanging down over the coat front.
    1 regionx 0.42 · y 0.45 · w 0.26 · h 0.26 (high)
  • PocketsTwo large curved patch pockets on the front hip area with visible folded flaps made from the same textured fabric; right pocket partially occupied by the model's hand.
    2 regionsx 0.26 · y 0.55 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.52 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Sleeve shape and cuffsLong, wide sleeves with a loose cuff that falls straight and slightly oversized at the wrist.
    2 regionsx 0.20 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.26 (high)
  • Front slitsVertical front slits visible along the lower front hem creating front openings that reveal inner darker fabric or skirt underneath.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.78 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (medium)
  • Visible hardware or fastenersNo visible buttons, zippers, or external fasteners; front closure appears to rely on the belt.

Other

Studio product shot showing a model wearing the coat against a plain white background with even lighting and minimal shadows.

  • Model presence and poseFemale model facing forward with a relaxed stance, left hand in pocket and right hand visible at side; head and shoulders visible above the coat.
    2 regionsx 0.34 · y 0.02 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.20 · w 0.40 · h 0.75 (high)
  • Background and lightingPlain white seamless background with bright, diffuse studio lighting producing soft shadows under the hem and minimal directional shadows elsewhere.
  • Footwear visibleBlack ankle boots visible beneath the coat hem, centered on the image bottom.
    1 regionx 0.43 · y 0.90 · w 0.14 · h 0.08 (high)
  • Image framing and cropImage framed as a full-body shot from slightly above mid-thigh to just above the head with even margins on left and right.

Colors

gloss black· main body#0E0E0Ematte black· inner revealed panel#0E0E0E
GEO TRENCH GF product image 5
05

Product

Rear three-quarter view of a long black quilted trench coat with wide collar, waist belt, wide sleeves with turned cuffs, and a side vent; worn by a model so the coat drapes and shows surface texture and quilting pattern.

  • Overall silhouetteLong, loose-fitting trench coat falling to below mid-calf on the model, shown from a rear three-quarter angle with slight sweep and drape at the hem.
    1 regionx 0.15 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.78 (high)
  • Quilted surfaceAll-over irregular diamond-quilted pattern with a slightly crinkled, glossy finish visible across the back, sleeves, and skirt of the coat.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.56 · h 0.60 (high)
  • CollarWide stand-and-fold collar that sits up around the neck and tapers toward the shoulders at the rear.
    1 regionx 0.38 · y 0.06 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Waist beltNarrow self-fabric belt passed through loops at the back, visible as a horizontal band across the lower back that gathers the coat slightly at the waist.
    1 regionx 0.32 · y 0.45 · w 0.36 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Sleeve and cuffWide, straight sleeves with a turned or stitched cuff detail; the right sleeve falls to the wrist and obscures part of the hand.
    1 regionx 0.52 · y 0.44 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Side pocket flapRectangular pocket flap visible on the model's right side at hip level, appearing as a stitched flap extending from the coat body.
    1 regionx 0.66 · y 0.54 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium)
  • Side ventVertical side vent or slit in the coat skirt on the model's right side, starting near knee height and revealing underlying dark garment.
    1 regionx 0.67 · y 0.68 · w 0.16 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Surface sheenFabric shows a subtle glossy sheen that highlights the quilted texture and crinkled surface under studio lighting.
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.20 · w 0.48 · h 0.50 (high)

Other

Studio product shot showing a model wearing the coat against a plain white background; even studio lighting with minimal shadow, image cropped to include boots and lower legs.

  • Background and lightingPlain white seamless background with bright, even studio lighting and soft minimal shadows beneath the model.
  • Model pose and framingModel posed in a rear three-quarter stance facing right so the coat's back and right side are visible; composition includes feet and boots at the bottom of the frame.
  • Visible accessoriesModel's left hand is visible at the right side of the image wearing rings and red nail polish, but these are not part of the coat.
    1 regionx 0.62 · y 0.54 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Image qualityHigh-resolution product photograph with clear detail in fabric texture and stitching.

Colors

gloss black· coat body#1C1C1C

Documents & Data

Reddit Insights

3 threads · r/Irrigation

Redditors report the georipper is a useful labor-saving trencher in soft soil but is plagued by high maintenance and poor performance in rocky or hard ground.

mixed sentiment70% match

Sentiment is mixed: some users praise the productivity gains in suitable conditions, while many criticize the tool's durability, maintenance requirements, and ineffectiveness in rocky soil.

Themes

Durability and Maintenancenegative
Soil Suitabilitymixed
Productivity and Labor Savingspositive
Ergonomics and Physical Strainnegative
Alternatives and Comparisonsneutral

Use Cases

  • Irrigation system installations (heads, valve boxes), landscape lighting, tight space trenching, short PVC runs, metal edging

Watch Out For

highNot suitable for rocky, gravelly, or hard clay soil; may be useless in such conditions.
mediumHigh maintenance costs due to rapid wear of chains and sprockets.
mediumThe tool is heavy and can cause back strain; some users call it 'the man killer'.
lowCan hurl rocks at the operator's shins or nearby windows.

Compared To

vs Trench Badger

Some users suggest the Trench Badger as a better alternative overall.

vs Manual shoveling

In soft soil it can replace two workers, but in hard soil it may not be faster.

Source Threads

  • Durability and soil suitability concerns

    We have 2 rippers. They are nice for some things. Ours are always broke down. The drive sprockets and digging chains wear out fast. I'd stay away from rocky gravel heavy soil. Works well in sand and ground cover

    u/AwkwardFactor84View thread →

  • Productivity gains for irrigation installs

    I keep one on the install truck, and two float between techs. Install truck uses it to dig out heads, valve boxes, and areas the puller doesn't fit. One guy with a georipper does what I used to pay 2 guys with shovels to do on most installs. Techs float them between trucks based on need, repairing damaged systems, etc where a puller or full sized trencher would be overkill.

    u/GrumpyButtrcupView thread →

  • Limitations in hard ground and maintenance issues

    We have 2 rippers. They are great for certain things. However, they see not ideal for root heavy, rocky, or really hard ground. Expect to go through a lot of digging chains and sprockets as well.

    u/AwkwardFactor84View thread →

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://etal-australia.com/products/em24-1503gf
Platform
shopify
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