Trench Coat Length

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3/9/11 at 6:39pm

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An auction is ending soon and I don't have time to measure. I'm 5'10" and the trench coat is 44" long. Is that too long for someone of my height? A lot of articles say it should hit right below the knees, but none of them indicated measurements based on height. Any input would be greatly appreciated!

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3/9/11 at 6:54pm

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48 inch belted raincoat on 5'10" frame. This is for staying dry, though I also favor the style.

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3/9/11 at 7:23pm

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Originally Posted by ebmk3891

That is proper trench coat length for your height. It will be full length and will hit slightly above the middle of your calf.

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3/9/11 at 7:51pm

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measure from your neck bone. thats the one that projects from the base of the back of your neck.
down to a point at the middle of your calf muscle. or if you like a couple of inches shorter than that.

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3/9/11 at 9:24pm

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44" will be fine for you.

I'm just a bit taller (6') and prefer a longer - 47/48" - coat, but they are tough to find. Traditionally, these coast were longer for protection against the elements.

Oldog's Mac above is a classic length for a real raincoat. I just scored a great 46" long one off of B&S

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