The Fundamentals of Style: An illustrated guide to dressing well (Style for Men) by Gallichio James

Author:Gallichio, James [Gallichio, James]
Language: eng
Format: mobi, epub, pdf
Published: 2012-03-22T23:00:00+00:00

CHAPTER 2:

Coats

Where formal jackets stress elegance and casual jackets stress functionality, coats place a priority on warmth.

A coat is generally seen as ‘outerwear’; that is, they form outer layer of the outfit, and are never worn with anything on top of them.

Coats can be worn in two ways – casually and formally. To wear them casually means to buy a coat that fits your exact shoulder size, to be worn with shirts, t-shirts, sweaters and anything in-between. To wear them formally requires that you buy a size up from your regular shoulder size, and wear them as an overcoat atop a formal jacket

Each of the following coats allow for a versatile look. A coat looks just as good with jeans and a t-shirt as it does atop a beautifully tailored suit – so far be it from me (or anyone else) to dictate how you wear it.

Coats and jackets are a big money-maker for retail stores and, next to a suit, are by far and away the most expensive items that a man can buy. But considering the amazing amount of versatility that one single coat holds, their inherent value becomes quite apparent.

Beware of cheap workmanship and sub-par construction; the whole purpose of a coat is to provide warmth and last for many years. Often the most economical course of action is to spend more on a higher-end garment with high construction quality, rather than a cheap coat that falls apart when put through the rigours of everyday use.

Different Coat Styles

Peacoat

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