Men's coat
For the winter-spring season, it is always difficult to choose outerwear in which you would feel comfortable, especially for the male. And then an indispensable thing in the wardrobe comes to the rescue - a man’s coat. Properly selected in style and size, it favorably emphasizes the figure, and makes the representative of a strong half of humanity attractive in any circumstances. From this article you will learn how to choose this wardrobe item, as well as with what and under what circumstances to wear it.
to contents ↑Basic selection rules
Regardless of which style and fabric you choose, there are several basic rules when choosing a coat for men:
- It is important to check all the seams present on the product - they should be smooth, without threads and folds.
- The fabric should be neat, without wrinkles, not skewed and without other defects. All defects, if not noticeable on the hanger, are still very visible on the figure.
- Pay attention to the lining - it must be properly and properly sewn. The fabric itself used for the lining is of high quality, preferably made from natural fibers.
- When the accuracy of sewing is checked, pay attention to the labels - the one that attached the store and the one from the manufacturer. Match the information to them. All discrepancies should cause caution - such clothes should be double-checked.
- Trying on a product is worth those things that you wear most often.
- Coat for men with the right size fits perfectly. It is very easy to determine the correct selection - the length of the sleeve reaches the middle of the palm.
Important! If you choose a men's coat made of natural wool, then Reine Schurwolle will be written on the label, where Schurwolle is the designation for natural wool. Products bearing the inscriptions “100% Wool”, “Reine Wolle” are of less quality, as they are made not of natural wool, but of waste that remains during its processing.
Now, we’ll take a closer look at how to choose the type of coat for a man, its length, color and material, so that it suits you perfectly.
to contents ↑We select the length
There are several options for the length of the coat for men - long and shortened. When choosing, it is worth considering your height and what lifestyle you lead. The recommendations of the stylists will be as follows:
- Long men's coats are suitable for more adult tall men. The disadvantage is that the floors of such a product quickly get dirty. Plus, keep in mind that it’s uncomfortable to drive.
- Men's shortened coat is up to the middle of the thigh and shorter. This option looks more youthful and is a profitable option for men of any height. This version of the product looks very good, emphasizes your individual style and the appearance of the appearance of fashion trends. In addition, motorists will like this thing, as there will be no discomfort while driving.
to contents ↑Important! A cropped coat must be longer than a jacket.
Style
There are three main types of men's coats, the style of which is always relevant: single-breasted, double-breasted and duffle coats. What to wear - depends on what position you have in society and how strict business style you need to adhere to.
Single breasted
A versatile option that looks great with any type of clothing. This thing is suitable for those who are going to buy one product “for all occasions”, moreover, it can be worn for plowing.
Double breasted
This army style.Such a men's coat is not suitable for conservative people, since it has a less classic look than single-breasted ones. More suitable for young men who like to experiment in styles and even strive for some extravagance.
Duffle coat
This type of product belongs to a more sporty style. The so-called “marine jacket”, very voluminous, medium length or shortened and with a hood. Suitable for those people who prefer convenience instead of style, and who do not need to look elegant in dress code.
to contents ↑Important! Regardless of which model you prefer, you will need to take time to put your thing in order from time to time. Bookmark our publication, in which you will find a selection of suitable products and all detailed instructions, how to clean your coat at home.
Color
The choice of color for a man’s coat is not as great as we would like. If you are not an experimenter and do not want to look like a parrot in the city, then your choice is limited to classic black, gray, brown and dark blue colors.
to contents ↑Important! If you pick up a coat so that, in general, your look is fully consistent with the canons of the business dress code, then our other useful tips for choosing clothes will certainly come in handy:
the cloth
The fabric is also selectable by season and weather. The ideal option is cashmere. Coats for men from cashmere look stylish and protect well from the cold, while the naturalness of the fabric allows the body to breathe, which is undoubtedly a big plus. Next in terms of falling popularity are tweed coats, blends of wool with synthetics and leather for warmer weather. If you are interested in more detailed characteristics of all materials, click on the link to a separate review of popular coat fabrics.
to contents ↑Useful Tips:
- Pay attention to the lapels of the coat. If your shoulders are not wide, then narrow lapels are suitable, for wide - respectively wide lapels.
- The presence of internal pockets for coats is a big plus - it will be convenient to fold a wallet, a mobile phone or an mp3 player there.
- Trying on a coat, move in it - it should not constrain movements.
- Most importantly, the coat must be stored on the shoulders. Otherwise - it will lose its shape, respectively - attractiveness, in a couple of weeks, and you will think that you just bought a low-quality thing.
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Now you know how to choose a man's coat in order to look attractive and stylish in it. And most importantly - you will always take into account the quality of the thing and how it is suitable for you, and this will not allow dishonest sellers to impose on you a not quite suitable model.