Men's coats on clearance

Pure wool or blended wool: what's different

Wool traps air between its crimped fibers, making it an effective natural insulator, even when slightly damp. When tightly woven and then felted, it becomes a thick wool fabric that blocks the wind: it's the material of the coat cour Gant, the Anerkjendt Børge, or the Superdry Merchant Store. The proportion of wool matters: a coat made from blended wool, combined with synthetic fibers, gains in lightness and durability, while a fabric rich in wool keeps you warmer and ages better. These end-of-line items, colours or styles replaced by the brand, maintain the exact manufacturing of their release.

The other end-of-line items

The winter clearance for men also includes:

• Puffer jackets.
• Parkas.
• Jackets.
• Sweatshirts.
• Trousers.
• Sneakers.

All end-of-line items are gathered on the winter men's page.

Peacoat and duffle coat: two classics from the sea

The peacoat is the coat of sailors: short, double-breasted with two rows of buttons, featuring a wide collar that can be turned up against the wind. Armor-Lux, a company founded in Quimper in 1938, has made it one of its specialities with its Cap Sizun and Kermoor models; the Brandit Pea adopts its style under its English name, pea coat, and Superdry offers a version in blended wool. The duffle coat, worn by the Royal Navy during the Second World War, gets its name from the Belgian town of Duffel, where its thick woollen fabric was woven; it is recognised by its hood and toggle fastenings, like the Quimper model from Armor-Lux.

Chore coat, technical coat or modular: alternatives to wool

The chore coat was originally an American work jacket: thick cotton canvas, straight cut and large patch pockets. The Carhartt Michigan, with its corduroy collar, and the Dickies Duck Canvas, in faded canvas, continue its style. The Geox coats, like the Monreale or the Jacopo, focus on lighter materials than wool fabric and on the breathability that has earned the Italian brand its reputation. The modular tartan coat Lyle & Scott adapts to temperature changes, and the long coat Urban Classics elongates the silhouette.

Length and fit: how to choose the right cut for a coat

The length changes the use of the coat: the peacoat, stopping at the hips, allows for full movement when cycling or driving; the mid-thigh coat offers more protection and can be worn over a suit jacket; the long coat covers the knees and is necessary in very cold weather. As for the size, the shoulder seam should fall exactly at the shoulder point, and the sleeve should cover the wrist with the arm extended. Always try on the coat over a thick jumper: it should close without pulling on the buttons, allowing room in the back when crossing your arms in front of you.

Frequently asked questions

Can a wool coat be machine washed?

Only if the label permits it, on a cold wool programme with a special detergent. Otherwise, dry cleaning remains the safe option; in between, a clothes brush and airing are enough to freshen up the fabric.

How should you store winter coats for the summer?

Clean them before storing, as stains attract moths, then hang them on a wide hanger in a breathable cotton cover. A sachet of lavender or a block of cedar keeps wool-loving insects away.

Which men's coat is the warmest?

A thick, lined wool coat, long enough to cover the lower back and thighs, offers the best protection in the city. A collar that can be turned up and fitted cuffs prevent cold air from sneaking in.

How do you remove bobbles from a wool coat?

They can be removed with a fabric shaver or a wool comb, used flat and without pressing. Bobbles mainly appear in areas of friction, under the arms or where a b translated bag is carried cross-body.

How do you dry a coat that's wet from the rain?

Hang it on a wide hanger, at room temperature, away from a radiator that would felt the wool. Once dry, a brush stroke in the direction of the fabric raises the fibers and removes any water marks.