Fit Clinic – Fall Jacket
Ever been paralyzed by options? Should you cut the white wire or yellow wire? Take the red pill or blue pill? Create the next Google or eat an extra large pizza by yourself? We’ve all been there. So it’s understandable if this analysis paralysis has left you out in the cold. Literally. There are more outerwear options for guys in stores than ever before. Bomber jackets, car coats, pea coats, motorcycle jackets, duffle coats, down parkas, and field jackets are only part of the selection available. If you aren’t quite sure which is the best for you, here’s what to consider when buying your new fall jacket.
Your Body’s Proportions – If you’ve got a broad chest (or stomach) and shorter legs, avoid bomber jackets, puffy parkas, or anything with a waist length bulky silhouette, it will only make you look top-heavy. Instead try a single breasted car coat that hits mid thigh - it will better balance your physique. If you are lean and have a shorter inseam go for a jacket that’s below the waist yet above the hips, or a mid thigh car coat length. Lastly, if you are tall and lean, through gritted teeth we acquiesce, you can wear just about anything.
Your Fall Wardrobe – Are your days spent in hoodies or sport coats? If it’s a mix of both you’ll get much more value out a jacket that can be comfortably worn over a sport coat yet is not too dressy for jeans, between hip and car coat length. If putting on a button down shirt for you is considered “dressing up” then pick a sexy, well cut, casual jacket, like a shearling lined bomber, that will add just the right amount of edge to your casualness. No matter what you wear pick the jacket that is big enough for what you’ll be wearing underneath but doesn’t have a ton of extra space, after all it’s a coat not a hidey cave.
Your Environment - If you live in a place where rain and sleet can overtake the sky for what feels like months at a stretch, don’t simply select a jacket based on the designer, look, or price point. You need the right tool for the job so consider the functionality as well. Would it serve you better if it was waterproof? Windproof? Had a removable lining so you could make it warmer without getting a different coat? Had a hidden hood in the collar in case you’re without an umbrella? If so, pass on the merely conveniently priced or cool looking jackets that have limited features. Alternatively if you live in a tropical climate, drop us line and invite us to stay for bit, it’s the least you could do. We’ll even bring refreshments.
Selecting your fall coat based on the above considerations will go a long way in ensuring you get a perfect fitting jacket for both your body and your lifestyle. Drop us a line with your questions or if you wanna brag about your killer jacket share it with us in the photo or video comments.
For more men’s fashion advice, ask Emmi.
Jacket available at ZARA.
Photo by Martini.
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