How long should a long winter coat be?

How long should a long winter coat be?

Long coats – 7/8th or longer than knee length are best for those 5’6″ and over, they are best when shaped at the waist (not necessarily belted) to create a flattering silhouette.

How long should be a long coat?

How Long should an overcoat be? No matter what climate you live in, it should end somewhere above your knee – never longer. A good rule of thumb is mid-thigh to just above your knee is where your Overcoat should hit.

What is a long winter coat called?

An overcoat is a type of long coat intended to be worn as the outermost garment, which usually extends below the knee. Overcoats are most commonly used in winter when warmth is more important. They are sometimes confused with or referred to as topcoats, which are shorter and end at or above the knees.

What are the different lengths of coats?

Length

• Trench coat: short length, medium length or full length.
• Cape: usually long, reaching mid calf to ankle.
• Capelet: usually short, waist length or shorter.
• Pea coat: usually hip length.
• Poncho: usually hip length.
• Stadium coat: mdi thigh to knee length.
• Duffle coat: 3/4 length, typically mid thigh to knee length.

What size overcoat should I get?

The label size of an overcoat should correspond to the size of your chest, just like a suit coat would. So if you have a 42 inch chest, you wear a size 42 jacket and a size 42 overcoat.

What is a women’s overcoat?

An women’s overcoat is a type of long coat intended to be worn as the outermost garment, which usually extends below the knee.

Should I size up in a coat?

When buying a winter coat you should always buy one that is one size too big. You don’t want to be swimming in your coat, but you do want it to comfortably over the other layers you will wear under it when it is really cold. For most people buying their coat just one size bigger works out just perfect.

How often should you replace your winter coat?

After all, as Franch explains, a quality wool coat should last a lifetime, while you can expect a good-quality parka to last three to five years.