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When fitting an overcoat, the same general principles apply as proper suit fit, with a few variations.

Here Eric does it effortlessly with a mature “off-duty” vibe. Overcoat With a Bright-Colored Business Look First of all, let me say I don’t think it’s a wise idea to invest in a really bold overcoat in yellow, red, or maybe green early on because it’s just a very narrow field where you can wear it, and the cost per wear will be quite high. It’s also quite a statement piece, and because of that, I think it’s only suited to someone who really knows what they’re doing and who has an advance closet where all the basics are already covered. It depends! I’ve worn one of my overcoats when it was -40 degrees (factoring in windchill). With layering, overcoats can keep you very warm. A little maturer in experience (OK 52) I’m dressing more vintage with my own twist to the jazz, swing 40s50s styles, If you have lots of solids in your wardrobe:You can either go with a solid overcoat or with a patterned overcoat. If you go for a solid, I suggest going with an interesting texture, maybe a tweed, maybe a bold weave in a solid color because that makes just all the more useful because you can combine it with different shades of colors, but also more interesting and it provides a certain amount of contrast from your otherwise solid pants.Notch lapels should be reserved for single-breasted coats as they look out of place on double-breasted garments. Look for a coat made out of good materials with classic details and that fits you well. Nail these three components and it’s hard to go wrong.

I tend to use the term “overcoat” more frequently than “topcoat.” In my mind, if a coat can be sufficient in extreme conditions, even if only when layered, it’s an overcoat. An overcoat, as I see it, is more rugged and versatile. In this article, I’ve used “overcoat” as a catch-all term for long, traditionally-styled men’s wool winter coats. How Should an Overcoat Fit? Additionally, while a hood isn’t a classic feature, depending on how and where you’ll wear your coat environments, it can be a necessary compromise.

The advantage of going double-breasted is that there’s an added overlapping layer of fabric which provides just a little bit more warmth in cold weather. Sven wearing a bold green duffle coat (Gloves: Cognac Brown Tan Men’s Dress Leather Gloves with Button by Fort Belvedere) Bolder Colored Overcoats The majority of men will want to leave extra room for layering. Consequently, the overcoat’s shoulders should extend a little bit past where your suit shoulders should fit (i.e. the end of your shoulder bone). An overcoat is supposed to fit pretty much like a suit. However, there should generally be some extra room for layering. How Long Is an Overcoat? For the majority of men, shoot for above the knee but longer than the hem of your suit coat. The longer, the warmer you’ll be. How Warm Is an Overcoat?