The Fashionable Winter Man: The Pea Coat
Posted on 11. Nov, 2008 by Stylelife Academy in Fashion
For those of us in the northern hemisphere, winter weather is quickly approaching. Staying stylish in the winter means choosing classic winter coat looks. The pea coat is a classic, that is both enduring and always alluring.
Like most pillars of men’s fashion, the pea coat’s story can be traced back to the military. Since the eighteenth century, overcoats resembling the modern pea coat have been used by European and American naval personnel. Even today, the pea coat is regular issue to the heroic men and women of the United States Navy.
Because the classic pea coat continues to be fashionable and stylish, multiple variations are sold by many retailers in North America. As well, being a military issue garment, many pea coats can be picked up at army surplus stores for very reasonable prices. If you would like to purchase a more elegant pea coat, many top designers offer their own versions of this stylish and functional cold-weather coat.
Despite the location you buy your coat from, you should find one that doesn’t differ in construction far from the classic military original. Here’s what you ought to take note of when you shop for a pea coat:
* High quality pea coats will be made from durable and winter chill thwarting wool, so be wary of any brand of pea coat that is not primarily composed of quality wool for its outer layer.
* Big lapels, large naval type buttons, and vertical or diagonal pockets are noticeable components of classic pea coats.
* Your clothing must fit! This type of coat can look very bulky on a man with a thin frame. If you have a slender build, bring your coat to a local tailor to make it more form fitting to your shape.
A well maintained pea coat is a useful wardrobe piece because it can be worn with both dressy and dressed down looks. Throw on a colorful scarf, red or white will do, with your pea coat and you are set to impress this winter season.
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