Coat

An alternative is to have a skilled tailor shorten the sleeve by removing it and reducing it at the shoulder rather than at the bottom. Lengthening can also be done at the shoulder depending on whether there is an extra fabric available. Both are more expensive. How can I make my coat sleeves longer? Practical […]

With your arms straight down, bend your wrist, so your palms are facing the ground, the sleeves should lightly touch the top of your hand. This length will cover anything you’re wearing underneath – which is what you want with a coat. Should coats be tighter on arms? If you can barely raise your arms, […]

Just like shortening the coat’s length, they will cut the sleeve with proper fabric allowance to allow for a new hem. They will take the stitching out of the sleeves, cut the new length, sew around the folded edge, and you will have the perfect new sleeves! Can you hem coat sleeves? If you have […]

Short trench coats are a good option for petite women, as it won’t look bulky or shorten legs (make sure you’re styling it with skinny bottoms though). However, if you’re petite and curvy go for a longer length. Trench coats that are too short might make you look wider than you actually are. How do […]

DO wear it as part of a three-piece suit. The primary function of a waistcoat is to provide both a sense of depth and formality to an outfit. The best way to wear a waistcoat, therefore, is beneath the jacket of a suit. Can you mix suit and waistcoat? We recommend pairing a black suit […]

Double breasted anything’s tend to make hourglass women look and feel larger than they are. There is an exception to this though – if the double breasted fastening sits below the bust it will be fine (see coat number 3in the first group of coats). Is single or double breasted coat more flattering? If you […]

Where the lining meets the fabric of the coat, pull it apart until you see a stitch. With a seam ripper, catch the stitch and pull the ripper to cut the stitch. Pull the lining and the fabric apart and continue around the coat until the hem is completely free. Push back the lining in […]

Experiment with Raw Edges Since wool fibers are highly textured, they are moderately resistant to fraying. This isn’t true of all wool fabrics, especially blends. Lightweight fabrics are more likely to fray than their heavier counterparts. Does boiled wool fray? *Boiled wool doesn’t fray, so it doesn’t need hemming either! *PRESS on a low heat, […]

Cut lining apart at the seams, removing previous repairs if any to keep the lines of the piece straight. Note darts, pleats and tack points. Press the pieces flat as you can to make it easier to get a proper new piece cut. Lay new lining on the cutting table in a single layer right […]

Boiled wool apparel worn on the skin can be hand-washed, as needed, in lukewarm water. We highly recommend using a special wool detergent. Turn the garment inside out and gently move the item through the water, avoiding any rubbing, stretching or wringing of the fabric. Can a boiled wool coat be washed? Dry flat and […]

Press duct tape all over the coat until all of the lint is gone. Dampen a microfiber cloth and rub it all over the coat. This will help to collect all of the fuzzy little lint balls. Periodically you may need to rinse out the cloth, but be sure that the cloth isn’t too wet […]

Take care to store clothes made of wool, fur, or feathers in tightly sealing plastic storage bins or compression storage bags. Place suits, dresses, or other hanging clothes in garment bags, sealed and without holes (tape over any seams or joints). Avoid fabric containers, which moths can eat through. What protects clothes from moths? Using […]

Modern Coat Rack Step 1: Select Your Materials. Step 2: Cut and Dimension Lumber. Step 3: Cut Boards Into Sections. Step 4: Cut Angles on the Moveable Pieces. Step 5: Drill Each Piece for the Dowel Rod. Step 6: Sand and Finish All of the Pieces. Step 7: Assemble the Coat Rack. Step 8: Install […]

If you want to keep things fairly simple: Start Hook #1 four inches from one end, then place Hook #2 7-5/8″ farther, then place Hook #3 7-5/8″ farther again, then place Hook #4 7-5/8″ farther yet, and so on. Hook #12 should end up just about 4-1/8″ from the end. Voila! You will have 12 […]

To stack your hangers, lay them on a flat surface and stack them neatly on top of each other so they’re all facing in the same direction. How do you group hangers together? Loop one around the hooks of hangers, bring it down around their bottom bars, then up again to the hanger “necks”. Tie […]

Coats. Take everything out of the pockets or pouches in coats and jackets. Zip up the zippers or button the buttons before gently folding them and laying them loosely in a pile in your plastic bin. Don’t stuff things in so tightly that air cannot circulate a little bit. How do you pack a winter […]

Wear your winter coat, or carry it with you onto the plane. Stuff gloves, a scarf and a hat into the pockets of the coat so you’ll be able to grab them quickly when you land. Lay the coat over the top of the baggage in the overhead compartment. Can you bring a winter coat […]

Based on my research, all US airlines count a garment bag as a carry-on, and not as a personal item, regardless of how small it is. To give an example, this is confirmed on American’s website: Soft-sided garment bags up to 51 inches / 130 cm (length + width + height) can also be taken […]

Coat check is seasonal and mandatory should you need to bring a coat. You are welcome to check your coat for a small fee. We do not check any items other than coats or jackets. Do clubs have coat check? What to do with a jacket? Not a stupid question, most nicer clubs will have […]

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. How are top coats supposed to fit? The coat should fit comfortably over your […]