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Why are overcoats such a neglected piece apparel.

Wicky

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Originally Posted by lasbar
I love the brown one on the left...

Is it bespoke or OTR?


Looks like Cesare Attolini and I happen to have one (in brown and navy). Might sell the brown.
 

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I am getting a bespoke overcoat. First one ever for me. Had one fitting, will be having another in a couple of months.
 

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Why are we talking about overcoats in the middle of July?
 

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Weather broke yesterday. Didn't even get into the mid 30s today.
 

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I didn't know they were, I have a few one black one charcoal adn one in a dark tan. I think you don't hear much about them because there are only so many styles and colors available that there isn't much to say.
 

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Originally Posted by Michael Ay329
The pic is more of a topcoat...not an overcoat...and it stylistically, looks very modern...not something classic

Yeah, it's actually a frock coat from this site...

http://www.dejureformals.com/dover_loncoat.htm

Although as I'm sure Sator would like to point out, nothing modern about a frock coat...
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Originally Posted by Manton
I am getting a bespoke overcoat. First one ever for me. Had one fitting, will be having another in a couple of months.

Got my first (and only) bespoke overcoat last fall. It was a classic polo coat made up in Harrison's pure camel hair. I would absolutely order another.
 

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Originally Posted by TRINI
Why are we talking about overcoats in the middle of July?
Aren't the "designers'" -- what shall we call them -- "Winter Collections" ... being introduced about now?
 

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Originally Posted by RSS
Aren't the "designers'" -- what shall we call them -- "Winter Collections" ... being introduced about now?

Not just yet.
 

lasbar

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Originally Posted by TRINI
Not just yet.

They're most likely already working at next year spring collection...

Fashion can be seasonal not style and legance...
 

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Actually, I just bought this one at B&S.
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Originally Posted by msameth

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NWOT Isaia Aquacashmere Overcoat 36/38R (tagged eu50)


I purchased this overcoat last fall, but due to the extraordinarily harsh, past winter season in the Mid-Atlantic I could make no use of it. The overcoat is more appropriate for the cool, rainy weather of fall and spring. Aquacashmere is reportedly an Isaia-exclusive cashmere fabric with a finishing chemical applied to it that sheds water droplets. I am doubtful whether it could withstand a monsoon, but I believe it offers protection against light rain, if you happen to be caught out in inclement weather. Original retail was around $2800. This garment is in new condition but since I removed the tags, I am offering it for Sold ($575 shipped in CONUS), which is below my original cost.

Style

Fully canvassed
No shoulder pads whatsoever (as weightless as the mythical Borrelli overcoats)
Gorgeous 3-roll-2 lapel roll
Swelled pick stitching
Hand-sewn buttonholes
Single rear vent
Unfinished cuffs
Fully lined

Material
Shell - 100% Aquacashmere
Lining - 100% Bemberg Cupro

Measurements

Shoulders - 18"
Chest - 21" (42" in circumference)
Waist - 20" (40" in circumference)
Length (BOC) - 39"
Sleeve - 26" (approximately 2" additional fabric to let out)

Pictures

overcoatfront.jpg




 

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Mine is a very simply dark blue DB, no gimmicks. I also have a length of camel for a polo coat but I don't know when that will get made.
 

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I also think overcoats are generally neglected around here. I don't understand the idea of having fifteen suits and 1 overcoat. I probably have 10 coats and I really enjoy wearing all of them in the winter.
 

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Originally Posted by gdl203
I also think overcoats are generally neglected around here. I don't understand the idea of having fifteen suits and 1 overcoat. I probably have 10 coats and I really enjoy wearing all of them in the winter.

I've had only two forever. Once I get the polo done I doubt I will ever get another. Two seems like plenty.
 

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