nadrágkabát

Nadrágkabát is a Hungarian term referring to a garment that combines a coat with attached trousers into a single outerwear piece. It is described in costume history as a practical one-piece solution intended to provide warmth and mobility, especially in outdoor work or travel.

Construction and design elements typically include a knee- to thigh-length coat integrated with breeches or trousers that extend from the coat. The fabric is often wool or another heavy material, sometimes lined for warmth. Closures are usually buttons or hooks, and the design aims for a seamless transition between the upper and lower parts, with variations ranging from longer, coat-like silhouettes to shorter jackets paired with attached breeches. Color and ornamentation vary by regional tradition and period.

Historical context and usage generally place nadrágkabát within Central and Eastern European fashion records from the early modern period through the 19th century. Similar one-piece “coat-with-breeches” styles appeared in various regions as practical solutions for protection against weather and for ease of movement, particularly for riders, laborers, or soldiers. The term reflects a family of garments rather than a single standardized pattern, with regional tailoring influencing details such as cut, length, and fastening.

Contemporary relevance is mainly scholarly and cultural. Today, nadrágkabát is of interest to costume historians, museums, reenactors, and period costume design. It is not a common term in everyday modern fashion, though designers may occasionally draw inspiration from historical one-piece outfits in specialized contexts.