How to choose a men's coat

A man in a stylish, high-quality coat that emphasizes his figure always attracts women's glances on the street. This item of men's wardrobe has long become a symbol of elegance and good taste. Of course, provided that it is chosen correctly.

A huge variety of styles, colors, materials - it’s easy to get confused and make mistakes. Considering that we are talking about choosing a piece of clothing that will last more than one season, it can be fatal.

What to look for when choosing a men's coat

Before choosing a coat, you should answer a few questions for yourself:

• What a style?
• What shoes and accessories will it be worn with?
• For what time of year (autumn-spring, winter or demi-season)?
• What's the budget?

The last question is of great importance. A coat is not an item of clothing on which you can skimp. The price in this case determines the quality, silhouette, and durability. And this is exactly what creates the image of a successful, stylish man.

It’s worth preparing for fitting in advance.The size range of outerwear is initially designed for thick, warm clothes to be worn underneath, so you need to measure for a thick sweater. This is the only way to really assess the fit and degree of comfort.

When trying it on, you must move your hands, bring them together in front of you. A correctly selected item should not hinder movement, and, with the arms together, the fabric on the back should not be too stretched. The fit is primarily assessed by the shoulders (should not be loose or too tight).

IMPORTANT: If the fabric in the armpit area gathers in folds, this is a sign that you need to take a larger size.

Material

If earlier men chose between tweed and drape, now there are many more options.

The material must meet certain requirements:

• keep its shape, do not stretch;
• keep warm;
• be wear-resistant.

All these properties are difficult to evaluate at the fitting stage. This is why it is so important to choose coats from well-known manufacturers, where the brand is a guarantee of the quality of the material.

The most popular fabrics from which men's coats are made:

Style

When choosing a style you need to remember:

• long models cannot be worn by short men (such a coat will visually “shorten” the silhouette even more);
• The length of the sleeve should be to the middle of the palm, but not cover the thumb.

Matching your body type

At first glance, it seems that there are few models of men's coats, however, this is far from the case. In order to choose exactly the style that will highlight all the advantages of the figure, you need to determine its type.

There are 3 types based on the ratio of shoulders to hips.

Triangular type

It is characterized by broad shoulders and narrow hips.Any model, both short and long (provided that the height is above average), will look great on such men. Stylists advise choosing double-breasted models with narrow lapels. This coat will perfectly highlight all the advantages of your figure.

Most suitable styles:

• crombie (classic single-breasted coat with a turn-down collar and a hidden fastener);
• overcoat (military style with a mid-thigh length, most often with a belt);
• chesterfield (single-breasted coat, waist without arrows and seams, pockets similar to jacket pockets, back vent);
• trench coat (double-breasted, has shoulder straps and voluminous pockets, looks like a raincoat).

Rectangular type

The circumference of the shoulders, waist and hips is almost the same. Stylists advise paying attention to straight-cut models, possibly with a belt.

The following styles are best suited:

• overcoat;
• duffle coat (short mid-thigh model with a hood);
• chesterfield;
• Ulster (double-breasted tweed coat with a high collar, quite voluminous);
• polo (double-breasted model with patch pockets and a tab, in the classic version made of camel hair).

Full type

Men who have excess volume in the abdomen and hips should choose a straight cut.

Suitable for them:

• duffle coat;
• trench coat (you need to be careful with double-breasted models, there is a risk of emphasizing the belly);
• balmakaan (long single-breasted coat with a short collar and a hidden fastener).

Color

If the selected product will be the main one for everyday wear, then you should choose classic colors: black, dark blue, gray, yellowish-beige (camel hair). The latter option will require more frequent dry cleaning.

Bright colors are great for young men who like to stand out from the crowd.But if your wardrobe doesn’t have a large selection of outerwear, it’s better not to take a bright item. It is more difficult to combine things and accessories with it; it is not always appropriate.

Some tips

• The collar of the coat should be of such a size that there is room for a scarf.
• When buying a double-breasted coat, it is worth remembering that you can only wear dress shoes with it.
• Before purchasing, be sure to check all the seams: quality items have straight stitching, without protruding threads.

Choosing a coat will require a lot of time and careful preparation. This is not just buying another wardrobe item, but an investment in your image and image.