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mfad16mo ago
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Not sure what to do with overcoat

I just purchased this overcoat, and I’m not sure how I feel about it (on me—it’s definitely a nice coat). It seems too long, completely covering my knees and touching my calves, which in turn makes me look shorter. It also may be a bit loose on my frame, as I’m quite wiry, but I’m not positive. As someone new to overcoats, what should I do with it? I don’t know if shortening would make it look better on me or if doing so is even possible given the breast, button, and pocket placement. I could also always return it (and potentially look for a 3/4 length if that would suit me better) or keep it as is.
11 Replies
birdplen
birdplen16mo ago
I don't think it makes you look short - also personally I think short overcoats look a bit silly I also don't think it's too loose on you - overcoats aren't meant to be very slim or anything
gimp
gimp16mo ago
Wear it in the winter and don't worry overmuch.
Jawn Mayer
Jawn Mayer16mo ago
I don't think it's very loose at all. Definitely don't have it shortened
kalvin
kalvin16mo ago
Is this the SEH kelly overcoat? Looks nice tho
tun🌻
tun🌻16mo ago
Very nice coat. You look tall and cool. Keep!
SeveredWyre
SeveredWyre16mo ago
Yeah fit is good to great imo it's an overcoat throw it over sweater/flannels when you're going out in the winter
briquebrutale
briquebrutale16mo ago
That's a great looking coat; even though this particular style isn't exactly my favourite. You should definitely not get it shortened; I know that the majority of coats sold today are short and relatively slim-fit, which is quite unfortunate imo, and ruins a good silhouette.
book
book16mo ago
Absolutely do not shorten it. I think it looks a bit strange over a suit - from what I can tell from the photo the fabric and details seem like they're meant to be casual. I think it looks better with the orange sweatshirt and olive pants
Flechette_The_Toe
Overcoats are meant to be long, you'll be glad when there's a cold gust of wind.
Viễn Hắc
Viễn Hắc16mo ago
i have a few sehk coats so quite familiar with them. the chesterfield u have is mean to be casual, so it roomy and not taken in the waist like top coat. it looks great, dont change it. i saw someone shorten the sehk balmacaan before and it looked terrible. i think chesterfield doesnt fit the suits tie look. you wanted the balmacaan, the great coat, tielocken, or the upcoming ulster.
Viễn Hắc
Viễn Hắc16mo ago
i am 5ft7 and this is how tielocken look on body for me.
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