Coatstyles

Coatstyles refers to a wide range of outerwear garments designed to cover the torso and arms for warmth, weather protection, and fashion. In garment classification, coats are typically longer than jackets and may be tailored or more utilitarian.

Coats vary by length, silhouette, and closure. Lengths range from short to knee-length or longer; silhouettes include tailored, cocoon, wrap, and trapeze. Closures may be single- or double-breasted, belts, or toggles. Common collar treatments include notch, peak, and shawl.

Trench coats are lightweight, weatherproof, double-breasted garments with belts and storm flaps. Pea coats are short, double-breasted wool coats with broad lapels. Overcoats are long wool coats worn over other garments. Car coats are mid-length and casual. Duffle coats feature toggle fastenings and a hood. Cocoon and wrap coats emphasize a rounded or belted silhouette, while cape coats forego sleeves in favor of a cape.

Materials include wool, wool blends, cashmere, leather, and quilted fabrics; care varies from dry cleaning to machine washing, depending on fabric and construction. Coat styles are influenced by climate, function, and fashion trends, and designers adapt details such as lining, weight, and texture for season and occasion.