Fall and Winter Fashion: Raincoats, Topcoats and Jackets

The clouds are rolling in and rain is in the forecast, which means it is time to purchase a new raincoat and save your mens suit from water damage. The following is a quick guide to purchasing and wearing raincoats in style.

It seems obvious, but it is important to know your materials and look for raincoats that are water-resistant, such as waxed cotton or waterproof Gore-Tex. Menswear eCollection carries a large selection of raincoats and jackets that feature Rain Defender, a waterproofing process that is applied to luxury fabrics that makes them both wind and rain resistant.

When it comes to trenches, your jacket should hit anywhere between two and six inches above the knee, according to GQ magazine. A trench is designed to feel snug, with slim, clean lines. A well-fitted trench looks ideal with any three- or two-button suit. With a fitted trench, you won’t need to wear the belt around your waist, which (according to GQ) can look a little ladylike. Instead, let the belt hang loosely or tie it behind your back. In addition, flip up the color. The collar is designed to keep your neck dry. When it comes to selecting the shade, stick to classic hues such as khaki, darker tan or cement. Black is also a good choice, but it speaks fashion more than it does business. Menswear eCollection offers a large selection of stylish trenches that are available in a variety of shades. 

In addition to trenches, we also carry macs—jackets with no lapels, belt, or epaulets. If you’re not the type of man that wears a trench or a mac, then a casual zip-up jacket will do. Purchase one that fits as well as a two-button or three-button suit jacket, and try wearing it with a sporty shirt and tie. We carry a stylish short zippered jacket that is fully lined for cool weather and features our weather defender system. This coat is available in charcoal and black. We also carry a longer length four-button suit wool winter coat with a hidden zipper inside. With so many options to choose from, it is easy to fight off the elements with stylish raincoats, topcoats and jackets from Menswear eCollection.com.