Winter weather has arrived. Being fashionable in this season means sporting classic winter coats. The pea coat is a classic, that is both traditional and always alluring.
Like most popular men’s fashion, the pea coat’s saga can be linked back to military origins. Since the 18th century, overcoats like the modern pea coat have been used by the naval personnel of many diverse countries. To this day, the pea coat is regularly issued to the heroic men and women of the United States Navy.
As a result of the classic pea coat’s timeless silhouette, various version designs are available at many stores. Also, since it’s a military uniform piece, pea coats can be bought from army surplus outlets for unbelievably cheap prices. If you’d like to buy a designer pea coat, most brand names sell their own versions of this stylish and practical winter garment.
Regardless of where you purchase your coat, you shouldn’t buy a style that strays too far from the classic military original. Here’s what you want to look for when you buy a pea coat:
* Good quality pea coats are composed of durable and warm wool, so be skeptical of any type of pea coat that isn’t primarily composed of quality wool for its external layer.
* Wide lapels, large buttons, and vertical or slash pockets are notable characteristics 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.
Author: Ray “Gypsy” Timmons is a fashion columnist and pick up artist coach with the Stylelife Academy.
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