The Ultimate guide to Jacket Selection: Wear the right Coat and Your Presence Will Instantly Transform into 1.8 Meters!
The Ultimate guide to Jacket Selection: Wear the right Coat and Your Presence Will Instantly Transform into 1.8 Meters!
Still worried about having a cabinet full of jackets but never achieving the desired effect? Choosing a jacket is by no means as simple as picking a color and style! A jacket that truly suits you can instantly enhance the overall texture of your look and make you walk with a breeze. This guide will help you avoid minefields and precisely identify that "jacket of your life".
1. Recognize your body type: Choosing the right style and playing to your strengths while avoiding your weaknesses is the key!
Shoulder width/inverted triangle figure:
Preferred: Simple and neat straight-cut style (such as pilot jackets, work jackets), slightly dropped shoulder design. Avoid shoulder pads and too many styles of shoulder decorations.
Lightning protection: Jackets made of bulging materials (such as glossy down) and those with overly exaggerated shoulders will appear more robust.
Round/Apple-shaped figure:
Preferred: Jackets that are longer than the buttocks (such as slightly longer denim jackets, trench coats), and styles with a clear cinched waist or built-in belts (such as jackets derived from trench coats). The design of straight lines can elongate the figure.
* Lightning protection: Short jackets that are stuck at the roundiest part of the waistline and overly loose and puffy styles (such as oversized down jackets) can easily expose the waist and abdomen.
Petite figure
Preferred: Short jackets with a length at the waistline or just above the hip line (such as classic short denim jackets, leather motorcycle jackets), and well-fitting or slightly slimming silhouettes. Raising the waistline is the key.
* Lightning protection: Oversized jackets that are too long, too wide, or have too low a shoulder drop can easily make one look shorter and more sluggish.
Tall and thin/H-shaped figure:
* Preferred: Can handle almost all styles! Oversized, structured shoulder pads, cinched waists, short or long styles are all available. The key point lies in enhancing the sense of weight or curves.
Bonus points: Try jackets with a sense of design and substantial materials (such as thick denim or leather), and avoid those that are too thin and close-fitting.
Ii. Occasion and Style: For whom is your jacket worn?
Daily leisure
Denim jacket: Classic and versatile, suitable for all seasons. The most practical choice is the basic washed color.
Work jacket: Tough and stylish, with a multi-pocket design that is both practical and stylish (such as the classic Carhart style).
Pilot jacket: Casual and retro, each with its own charm made of nylon, satin or suede.
Urban commuting/light business
Harrington jacket: Simple and elegant, with a lapel and ribbed hem design, it pairs well with shirts and knitted sweaters.
Blazer: A casual blazer (informal suit), available in casual fabrics such as cotton, linen, and corduroy.
Simple trench coat jacket: A light and thin trench coat of moderate length, neat and imposing.
"Personality Trend:"
Motorcycle jacket: Extremely cool, genuine leather is the best, and PU is also stylish. Rivets and asymmetrical zippers are the marks.
Baseball jacket: A combination of school style and street vibe, with contrasting ribbing on the cuffs and collar.
Design sense jackets: deconstruction, patchwork, and special materials (such as leather patchwork, glossy finish, printed patterns, etc.).
Outdoor/Practical warmth preservation:
Down jacket: Light and warm. Pay attention to the down filling, fluffiness and down content. The Parker model is more windproof.
Fleece jacket: Lightweight and warm, suitable for layering or slightly cool weather.
Soft shell/hard shell down jacket: Windproof, waterproof and breathable, suitable for outdoor activities such as hiking and traveling.
Iii. Key Elements: Details determine success or failure
1. Shoulder line: ** of Paramount importance! A well-fitting jacket should have the shoulder seams just at the position of your natural shoulder peak. If it is too tight, it will be constricted and the movement will be restricted. Too loose (especially with the shoulder drop design excluded) will make one look untidy and listless.
2. Sleeve length: When the arm hangs naturally, the cuffs should be located near the wrist bones. It's too short, exposing the wrist and making it look cramped. Too long stacking appears untidy (except for certain trend styles).
3. Length of clothing: Choose based on your body shape and style. The standard length is usually near the hip line. Short styles make one look energetic and raise the waistline. Long styles (above the buttocks) are warmer, more powerful and can flatter the buttocks.
4. Fabric and Material:
Texture: Good fabrics naturally exude a sense of luxury (such as high-quality cotton, wool, and genuine leather).
Season: Denim, canvas, thin leather (spring and autumn); Fleece, wool blend, thin down (early winter/late autumn) Thick down, windproof and waterproof fabric (for severe winter and outdoor use).
Features: Consider whether it is prone to wrinkling, water resistance, breathability, warmth retention, and ease of maintenance.
5. Workmanship and Details:
Wire routing: Check if the pins are uniform, fine, firm and without any loose ends.
Zipper: Smoothness is the key. Test by pulling it several times repeatedly. Metal zippers have a better texture, and YKK is a guarantee of quality. Check whether there is an anti-pinch protective strip inside the zipper.
Buttons/snap fasteners: Whether they are firm and whether the stitching is solid.
Inner lining: Whether the material is comfortable (such as breathable cotton, smooth polyester fiber), whether the workmanship is snug, and whether there are any extra thread ends. The detachable inner lining is more practical.
Pocket: Whether the position is convenient to hold, whether the size is practical, and whether the bag opening is flat.
6. Color and Pattern:
Basic colors (black, white, gray, navy blue, khaki, denim blue) : Versatile and essential, the top choice for investment.
Earth tones (military green, brown, beige) : retro, natural, and easy to match.
Bright colors/trendy colors: Choose based on personal preference and matching ability. They are safer as accents.
Patterns: Check patterns, camouflage, prints, etc., add fun, but the difficulty of matching is slightly higher.
Four. The Golden Try-on Rule: Don't be Afraid of the Trouble!
1. Wear everyday innerwear: Try on the innerwear you plan to wear most frequently with this jacket (such as a T-shirt, sweatshirt, or sweater).
2. Get moving: Raise your arms, hug your chest, and twist your waist. Feel if there is any tightness or pulling sensation in your shoulders, back, or armpits.
3. Have a full-length mirror: Look front, back, left and right to check the overall proportion, fit and back effect.
4. Consider layering: If you need to wear a thick sweater inside in winter, also take this into account when trying it on and reserve some space.
5. Trust your intuition: If you feel uncomfortable, uneasy or always think something is off when wearing it, even if the size is "right", it may not be your perfect jacket.
V. Bonus Matching Tips: Make your jacket stand out more
Raise the waistline: Tuck the inner layer into the bottom wear or choose a short jacket.
Loose and tight combination: Loose jacket + fitted bottom wear (such as skinny pants, straight-leg pants); Fitted/Short jacket + loose bottom wear (such as wide-leg pants, long dress).
Material collision: Tough leather/denim jacket + soft knitted skirt/dress; Work jacket + elegant skirt.
Accessories such as scarves, hats, necklaces and bags can instantly change the style and tone of a jacket.
Summary:
Choosing a perfect jacket is a conversation with one's own needs, body characteristics and aesthetic taste. Understanding one's own profile is more important than chasing after trends. Feeling the temperature of the fabric is more genuine than focusing on the price on the label. Next time you pick up a jacket, why not spend an extra minute: Does its shoulder line fit your pace? Can its length set off your aura? Does its touch make you eager to wear it to welcome a new day?
Which kind of jacket once captured your heart at first sight? Welcome to share your jacket selection experiences or mistakes in the comment section!
