Full Length Coats

Full Length Coat.

Trench coats for men and especially full length coats have been around for well over 150 years.

Full length coats were amongst the very first designs of the trench coat. Men (who were high ranking soldiers) wanted something to protect them whilst in the trenches.

The weather could be terrible, and the heavy coats they had to wear were soon weighed down by rain and mud. And so it was for them that the first trench coats were created.

These lighter weight full length coats covered most of the soldier’s body, without soaking up the mud and rainwater.

As time passed the benefits of this type of coat were realized and the Armed Forces of many countries adopted them as part of the uniform.

Detachable linings and shoulder straps for epaulettes were useful design features that were added, and the color range included; Navy, black, tan, beige, grey, black, as well as the traditional khaki or green trench coat.

Cowboys and herdsmen began to wear these full length coats  similar to ‘dusters’ to protect their clothes from the inclement weather, and also the dust.

It wasn’t long before the benefits of the long trench coat were noticed by the general public, who realized that they were not only practical but looked very smart too.

Sales boomed after Hollywood stars wore them in the movies. The private eye, the hero, the villain, and the cowboy, could often be seen wearing a long trench coat. This lead to them gaining popularity with all generations.

The leather trench coat was a later addition and was very popular. It was warmer than many other versions and added a classy look to an already smart coat.

Over the years full length coats have been worn by those who wished to stand out and make a statement. Mods, Heavy Metal fans, Punks, and Goths, have all adopted one style or another, with the black full length leather trench coats being the most common choice.

Although the short trench coat goes in and out of fashion, full length coats seem to remain in vogue for both men and women of all ages.

Top designers continually add new versions to their collection, with Burberry trench coats and London Fog trench coats being among the most sought after.

Full length coats are practical, fashionable, and can be create a casual or smart look, no wonder they’re popular.