It’s the last thing he puts on before the leaves the house, and it’s the one thing he’ll wear everytime he’s out.
The coat maketh the man.
He can spend all the time he likes on his outfit underneath; but his coat is the centrepiece; it’s what everyone sees – the billboard advertising his personal style.
We like trends here at Thinpurse.com, but when it comes to coats; classic is the best value-for-money choice, hands down.
If you buy him the right coat, he’ll hang on to it for years to come, and he’ll always look the picture of style in the colder months. Here are our top picks.
The Pea Coat
The classic pea coat is a great choice for bigger guys; as they can swamp men with smaller frames. On trend without being slavish, the pea coat picks up on a subtle nautical vibe due to its origins adorning sailors out on the open sea.
You want to look for a good wool, or wool blend fabric in a pea coat, because of it’s shorter length, it needs to offer optimal warmth over it’s limited surface. A high collar allows for a tucked in scarf, and the key is to find a style that looks just as good buttoned-up as it does open. A good fit is key where this is concerned. Pea coats are notoriously boxy.
I’m a fan of this G-Star Decoy Wool Pea Coat, available at Urban Outfitters. The shell is a high percentage wool blend, and it’s priced at £175; resonable, considering.
The Crombie Coat
Formal, with an edge, the crombie coat is a great option if you’re slowly working your guy into a more stylish wardrobe.
Usually a crombie will be around 3/4 length, single-breasted, with a hint of drama.
Crombies look great on guys of all sizes, but certain shapes can benefit from the smaller lapel usually found on crombies; the more shoulder surface visible, the more chance of the illusion, or enhancement, of a nice broad shoulder.
This Smart Crombie Coat from New Look is a great example of this; with the small lapel and shoulder detail combining for great effect. With a lesser percentage of wool in the shell, this coat is very affordable, with a price point of £60. It’s great value, and a great style.
The Funnel Neck Coat
This the the most fashion-forward option of the bunch; but, of course, it’s a style that won’t date.
A funnel neck coat is a nod to the military trend, in a design that doesn’t allow for a scarf, but offers up a very masculine frame. The double-breasted wrap-over collar means an extra 
layer against the wind, and mid-length of this Autograph Wool Blend Funnel Military will keep the chill off his kidneys.
At £129, the high wool content means this is a good quality, good value coat. This style would look best on slim guys; as the funnel neck could cause a barrell effect.
The overall look is really smart, without being too fussy, and it has a great, youthful edge. The button-down epaulettes are also a great feature, adding height to the shoulder.
When buying a coat online for your guy’s Christmas gift, remember to check his measurements beforehand. Find a well-fitting jacket he already wears, and steal the information on the tag.
It also pays to take note of his current wardrobe choices. Think about what style would look best with his favourite outfits, and get your head around what he likes, and doesn’t like.
Stick to your budget, in true Thinpurse style, but remember, you get what you pay for, and a quality coat really is worth the investment.
