The Overcoat Thread

[DorianGreen]

I also was eyeing this coat and also was put off by the wool/nylon blend. Am I being snobby/unreasonable?

It's a philosophical question: synthetic fibres don't belong in worthy clothing (I would make an exception for socks, where some nylon could be acceptable).

 

[DorianGreen]

Aside from the shortening the sleeves, is there anything else that looks like it should be altered? Curious if the coat looks too long?

Also, how difficult would it be to shorten the sleeves given the buttons and strap? Found a great deal for it on ebay and wondering if I should pull the trigger.

In my eyes it's one size too large, but, if you like the look, still wearable, with the due alterations.

The length doesn't look bad, but you may consider to reduce it a bit as well.

 

[Jack A]

What temperatures can a 680g Donegal coat handle? Is there a significant difference in warmth and performance between a 680g and a 720g coat?

 

[ppk]

It's a philosophical question: synthetic fibres don't belong in worthy clothing (I would make an exception for socks, where some nylon could be acceptable).

Agreed. I personally don't have any issues with synthetic fibers as long as it is a low percentage. They can add durability and flexibility. What's a low percentage? It just depends.

 

[othertravel]

Kind of overcoat related:

https://www.wsj.com/style/fashion/rich-guy-jacket-25501982

 

[comrade]

Kind of overcoat related:

https://www.wsj.com/style/fashion/rich-guy-jacket-25501982

No doubt inspired by the classic Arny's Forestiere Jacket:

Arnys Corduroy Forestière Jacket — Combray

Founded in 1933, Arnys of Paris was an independent luxury men’s clothier known for its extraordinarily fine products embodying the classic Rive Gauche style, until the maison was acquired by Berluti and ended its business in 2012. Since then Arnys products have become ever more precious and collect

www.lecombray.com

 

[GaiusM]

What temperatures can a 680g Donegal coat handle? Is there a significant difference in warmth and performance between a 680g and a 720g coat?

I doubt 40g matters much at those weights. Diminishing returns and all.
It depends on the overall construction of the coat but I'd wager that'll cover you to freezing, maybe a little below.

 

[St1X]

What temperatures can a 680g Donegal coat handle? Is there a significant difference in warmth and performance between a 680g and a 720g coat?

It all depends on a type of Fibre and how it's woven. 600g tweed would be much warmer than a 720g cashmere. Simply because it will trap more air and will provide a better wind resistance than a delicate cashmere.

 

[steezin]

Thoughts on the Private White VC x Permanent Style Donegal?

 

[ChangYvnCh'i]

My SB overcoat in 580g cashmere, finally finished

 

[nbm]

My SB overcoat in 580g cashmere, finally finished
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Cat obviously approves, what more could you want?

 

[slows2k]

Thoughts on the Private White VC x Permanent Style Donegal? View attachment 2293721

Awesome, especially in this extremely useful and versatile color. Runs a little slim for the balmacaan traditionalists out there, but looks and feels really nice. Can't recommend enough if you like the style.

 

[MrLuchi]

Thoughts on the Private White VC x Permanent Style Donegal? View attachment 2293721

I got it, wanted to love it, but in the end sent it back (and had to eat a couple hundred in import tax). The herringbone tweed is absolutely fantastic. It’s a little bit lighter so good for 30-50 degree weather.

But it did NOT look good on me at all. It’s really soft and unstructured. Too much so. Looks, for lack of a better word, floppy and wrinkly. Might look better on guys with bigger chests and shoulders but on my slim frame it wasn’t great.

I also didn’t care for how the collar sat when folded down. Just limply sits there.

 

[steezin]

I got it, wanted to love it, but in the end sent it back (and had to eat a couple hundred in import tax). The herringbone tweed is absolutely fantastic. It’s a little bit lighter so good for 30-50 degree weather.

But it did NOT look good on me at all. It’s really soft and unstructured. Too much so. Looks, for lack of a better word, floppy and wrinkly. Might look better on guys with bigger chests and shoulders but on my slim frame it wasn’t great.

I also didn’t care for how the collar sat when folded down. Just limply sits there.

Interesting! How did you size it? I wear a 38 and I'm considering a size 3.

 

[MrLuchi]

I sized down. So I’m a 38-ish chest depending on the day and got a 2. The length and arms were spot on, but the whole coat was maybe too slim? Probably a 3 with some tailoring would have fit better.

Attached a pic for reference (37-38 inch chest, 5’9”) showing the “limp” collar I didn’t like.