First Overcoat Under $500

[mosivy]

I’m a college student looking for my first overcoat. I would like something that’s a medium length that can be worn both over a suit as well as over chinos or jeans: a classic piece with a modern fit. Grey would be preferable (I think), as would a price point below $500.

I really like this one from Suit Supply, but it’s sold out in my size (38R), and the company will not be restocking.
http://us.suitsupply.com/en_US/coats/grey-overcoat/J247.html?start=33&cgid=Coats

This Eidos Napoli item is also out of stock in my size. The fabric looks beautiful.
https://www.carsonstreetclothiers.com/shop/clothing

This Mantova coat also looks nice, but it’s too pricey and I want a plain back.
http://www.nomanwalksalone.com/inde.../grey-donegal-tweed-virgin-wool-overcoat.html

I’ve also seen some nice items on Yoox, but I never know the brands so I don’t know what to buy.

In short, I’m looking for an above-the-knee first overcoat, preferably in grey, for under $500. Thanks for your help.

 

[guccihomme]

Before I joined SF I purchased a kennith cole wool coat like you described from Macy's ~$250 on sale. It retains heat in cold weather and is good at blocking wind. There are better coats out there and your budget is higher.

 

[mensimageconsultant]

http://www.tmlewin.com/Canterbury-G...=chestSize&start=0&cgid=Mens-coats&prefv1=38"

 

[TOstyle]

A little out of the price range, but if you can snag one of these charcoal on sale it might be what you are looking for:

http://www.billyreid.com/mens/featured/bond-peacoat-collection.html

 

[TOstyle]

And speak of the devil here? https://www.carsonstreetclothiers.com/billy-reid/shop/sale/product/2376/bondpeacoat

Carson Street had some pretty good stuff on sale.

 

[comrade]

The last two suggestions are not OVERCOATS!. They look to be overpriced variants of pea coats

Pea coats:

http://www.armynavydeals.com/asp/brwscat.asp?catid=850

Overcoats are typically longer:

http://www.bing.com/images/search?q=overcoats+for+men&go=Submit&qs=bs&form=QBIR

 

[TOstyle]

Semantics, since it seems like he's cool with having something that will work with a suit jacket but also casually. Overcoats typically are not good dual-purpose garments.

 

[mosivy]

I appreciate the help.

My favorite of the suggestions is definitely the T.M. Lewin coat. I prefer that design to the peacoat style. I'm trying to decide whether it's a good value at $400. Any other ideas are welcome and appreciated.

 

[Ben31]

I purchased a charcoal wool/cashmere blend overcoat from J. HIlburn with the Loro Piana storm system in in it for $485 and I absolutely love it! Great cut on it and it fits over my suits and looks great with jeans.

 

[TOstyle]

Do you have pics? Would be interested in seeing that

 

[Ben31]

https://benmyers.jhilburn.com/products/northeastern_overcoat_2014/charcoal

Very warm, drapes well, classic look and a great length.

 

[Spark]

If you know your measurements, then Fleabay is the way to go. You'll have to get a good fix on what kind of coat and details you want and you will have to hunt a bit, but the deals are there and you will wind up with better quality and a lower price.

Case in point: The other day I stumbled across a killer "cavalry officer's overcoat" from Corneliani for Polo that was amazing and only $250 and I bought my camel hair Polo coat from the bay (NWT retailing for $1800) for less than 250 shipped.

Overcoats are an "investment" piece - a good one will last forever or damn close to it - so choose wisely.

 

[rlx]

Try JCrew. There are some nice dress coats on sale now -- in charcoal -- in size 38R.