The coat is a very important piece of clothing for the gentleman in the winter, as it expresses his personality and communicates who you are to the world based on the model worn. There are different models and they should be chosen based on the occasion to show the right style and personality, transforming you immediately into a true gentleman.
The coat has been present in every man's wardrobe since the distant 19th century and the evolution it has undergone over the years is incredible. Choosing the right coat based on the occasion is not easy but having an overview of the models available today can be of great help.
Coats Every Gentleman Should Know
Here is a quick overview of the coat models available for men with style and personality, to be at the top on any occasion and show off your character at first glance.
Crombie
The Crombie is a timeless classic when it comes to men's coats. It was born in the 19th century in Great Britain and is the classic English coat to wear in the city every day, in heavy fabric to protect from the winter cold. It is usually blue in wool but you can also find it in different colors and fabrics.
Chesterfield
A coat that came to prominence in the 19th century that we find as single-breasted or double-breasted . It is usually available in beige, black, blue or grey although the most valuable and loved model is the one with hidden herringbone buttoning in wool yarn. It is an elegant garment , to be worn with outfits that are taken care of down to the smallest details, in the evening or for professional appointments.
British Warm
The British Warm was born as an English military coat, made of melton wool and is very warm. Sometimes it is sewn in Cavalry Twist or in its more elegant versions in cashmere. It can be long or short , the latter is a bit reminiscent of a trench coat. Many men like to have it made to measure for an even more refined figure.
Covert
The Covert is a very warm long coat that is often confused with the Chesterfield, the difference however is in the cut, the Covert is in fact wider at the waist and also lighter, it can be worn in any season and on the cuffs it is particularly finished with four parallel stitching called railroading. The color in which it is seen most is light brown.
Pole
The Polo coat is a timeless and very elegant classic that originated in England. Instead of the classic belt, it has a martingale and has large patch pockets that give it that sporty touch . The Polo is usually beige and is made of combed wool, but today you can also find it in blue, for example.
Loden
The Loden is a very popular coat throughout Europe, a city garment made of felted wool yarn. It feels rough to the touch, is waterproof and windproof and has a reversed collar, a vertical pleat on the back and is very durable. Precisely for this reason it is suitable for everyday use and by all ages. The collar is usually shirt-style, while the buttons are made of woven leather or bone.
Mackintosh
A raincoat style coat made of two layers of cotton plus a rubber layer in the middle that derives from a garment patented in 1822 that was leaky everywhere. Today it has become a model loved by many gentlemen who wear it on various occasions.
Slip-on
Another model of raincoat that unlike the Mackintosh is in gabardine and looks more like a trench coat. The peculiarity is the raglan sleeves that give greater freedom of movement. The buttoning is hidden and the pockets are flaps. In addition, at the height of the left thigh there is a large internal pocket.
Trench
The trench coat is the raincoat as we all know it, originally designed and produced by the Burberry brand. Its distinctive features are: the shoulder straps, the protective tab on the neck and the metal D-shaped ring on the belt. A versatile garment that can be used every day with a casual style but also over a more elegant outfit.
Montgomery
This is the only coat model with a hood . It is usually made of raw wool and is perfect for fighting the winter cold. The colors in which it is found most are blue and beige but it can also be purchased colored. Its line is square and the presence of the frogs make it a sporty garment .
Virum Coats
Virum offers its refined public three different models of double herringbone coat with wool breast , in three different colors: ice, blue and beige . It is an evergreen of each of our winter collections as well as being one of the best-selling items. A lined coat made with the unmistakable Neapolitan shoulder, comfortable and extremely versatile. Wide peak lapel, patch pockets with flap and classic back martingale that perfectly complete a unique and loved item. Made of soft wool , pleasant to wear and cozy.
It can be easily paired with a nice turtleneck or a sweater for informal events, while for formal occasions wear it over a suit or a separates . You can pair it with denim, cotton or velvet trousers, it is a ready to wear garment so you don't have to wait and you can show it off right away. Its fit is slim-fit, a tailored garment with hand-sewn parts totally Made in Italy .
