Coat

Topcoat Length The sweet spot for a correctly fitted topcoat is when it ends below the midpoint of the thigh and above the top of the knee. This is generally referred to as three-quarter length. If you’re worried you will never, ever find a topcoat that meets all of these fit criteria, well, you’re in […]

There’s a basic rule when it comes to buttoning up a suit jacket: “Sometimes, Always, Never” — if you have a three-buttoned jacket, sometimes button the top one, always button the middle one, and never button the bottom one. In a two-buttoned suit, you should always button the top button and never the second. Do […]

“If you’re wearing a suit or blazer to a wedding or formal event, you should never leave your jacket open—but if you’re wearing a blazer casually with chinos or jeans, you can keep it relaxed and open.” 3. Is it OK to wear a sport coat unbuttoned? Sports jackets are usually buttoned the same way, […]

Four-Button DB Jacket Most suits today are only buttoned on the top one or on both. Traditionally, a double-breasted suit with peak lapels was more formal and all buttons were buttoned at all times. Only when you would sit would you unbutton the bottom one. How many buttons should you leave open on a jacket? […]

A casual very simple style is great, making the fur coat the star of your outfit. As most fur coat are fluffy, jeans that are skinny on the hips will look very nice to balance the silhouette. You could pair them with some low boots, sneakers or masculine shoes. What do you wear with a […]

My rule of thumb has always been any temperature below 20c or 69f. Since I have divided my collection into summer and winter furs, it has become easier yet… When can you wear a fur coat? Elegant furs can be worn on any formal occasion but are especially good for proms, galas, and weddings. Depending […]

50-60 minks. To make one fur coat, it takes 150-300 chinchillas, 200-250 squirrels, 50-60 minks, or 15-40 foxes, depending on the animals’ subspecies. What happens to minks after they are skinned? In mink farming, nothing is wasted. The fat is rendered into mink oil that is used to protect and waterproof leather, as well as […]

In the winter, matching your coat to your outfit is ultra important and ultra easy. This doesn’t mean your outerwear needs to be the exact same color as what you are wearing. Yet, matching the shade is usually a good idea. How do I choose a coat color? My 5 Tips On Choosing The Right […]

If you are wearing a leather jacket, the color, texture and type of leather ideally will match or complement your other accessories. A shiny, black leather jacket should not be worn with matte, brown leather shoes. What should your shoes match with? Color Rules for Shoes, Socks, and Belt Your shoes should be darker than […]

An overcoat and a leather jacket are the kind of casually neat pieces that you can wear for years to come. Black leather chelsea boots will polish off this outfit. To look like a perfect gent, reach for an overcoat and a leather jacket. Can you wear a leather jacket with anything? A leather jacket […]

It can take from 40 – 100 hours of meticulous craftsmanship to create a fur coat. Each garment is hand-made, using artisanal skills maintained through centuries-old traditions. Each coat is individually cut and sewn – and in my case, knitted or woven – so each piece is unique, an authentic work of art. Is it […]

Sewing a coat requires basic machine sewing skills. Although it may appear to be difficult, most coats have few pattern pieces and are easy to fit because they do not hug close to the body. When selecting a pattern to sew, look for simple sleeves and a plain front. Stay clear of coats with darts […]

Originally the car coat was more usually termed ‘motoring dress’. It emerged in the early 1900s, when driving was considered an outdoor sport (most cars were open top) and required protective clothing. Clothing for men and women and for driver and passenger was relatively similar, comprising a long heavy coat. What is the difference between […]

If you’re going for color, blue is your best bet. If you have light skin, wearing white underneath a gray jacket has the potential to make you look a little pale. This color combo works best if your jacket has a slight blue tinge to it. What can I wear with a grey overcoat? A […]

Tan boots are the most effective way to bring a hint of playfulness to this look. For a look that’s very straightforward but can be smartened up or dressed down in plenty of different ways, go for a grey coat. Add a bit more edginess to your getup by rounding off with a pair of […]

A base coat is simply to help adhere the polish to the bed better and to protect it from staining. Clear polish might not work as well as a base coat polish but it will work. Just remember to buff your nail up a bit so the clear polish can “hold on” to the nail […]

A white solid color nail polish can be use as a base coat. White is a great choice if you want to highlight the color of your nail polish and keep your nails’ natural hue from showing. Can you apply nail polish without basecoat? A lot of people think a basecoat is unnecessary or prefer […]

So many of us paint our nails without capping off the top. Once you’ve painted the entire nail bed, drag some polish horizontally across the top edge of your nail. This will seal the polish, making it less likely to chip. What can I use if I don’t have a nail polish top coat? For […]

wool. A pea coat (or peacoat, pea jacket, pilot jacket, reefer jacket) is an outer coat, generally of a navy-coloured heavy wool, originally worn by sailors of European and later American navies. What style is pea coat? What Is A Peacoat. The pea coat is described as a woolen coat that is hip length and […]

Clue. Answer. Man’s overcoat (6) ULSTER. What is a long loose overcoat called? 6 letter answer(s) to long loose overcoat ULSTER. loose long overcoat of heavy fabric; usually belted. What is an Irish overcoat called? The crossword clue Irish overcoat with 6 letters was last seen on the January 01, 2014. We think the likely […]