Cad & The Dandy | The Magnificence of the Greatcoat
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(New York, NY) – “Once you go great, with the highest echelons of outerwear gracing your shoulders, you really can’t go back,” says Oliver Mumby, Creative Director of Cad & The Dandy. “Our greatcoats are the clothing equivalent of armor, protecting against the harshest elements…all in good taste.” In fact, it was the inspiration behind Samuel L. Jackson’s commanding lengthy coat he wore as Nick Fury in “Avengers: Endgame,” as well as Tom Hiddleston’s cascading topcoat he wore as Loki in “Loki,” because it’s that formidable. Both were made by Cad & The Dandy.
A greatcoat is double-breasted, made from a substantial wool or similarly weighted fabric, and falls below the knee at the bare minimum. Such features set it apart from single-breasted overcoats and give a nod to the style’s military heritage dating back to the 17th century. Popularized in the 19th century, as both military uniform and casual wear for the wealthy, it is still issued for inclement weather by many of today’s armed forces around the world.
Greatcoat Features
Length: Usually, mid-calf and floor length. While it can be crafted in wide a selection of overcoating fabrics, including wool, cashmere, and camel hair, it’s vital that the fabric is weighted to achieve a proper drape. The baseline being set at least 500 grams (about 17.6 ounces), the heavier, the better.
Fabric: Fabric choice determines how the greatcoat is perceived. Navy and olive read more military, while herringbone softens its reputation and a natural camel hair leans more toward a timeless wardrobe staple.
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Fit: Key to consider is how it will be worn most often, over knitwear or tailoring? If it’s the former, it should be cut a bit closer to better frame the soft shoulders of a merino rollneck
or Shetland sweater, while the latter calls for a touch more room to accommodate the structure of a suit or tailored jacket.
Characteristics: Guards back, flap pockets, double breasted, oversized lapels, high collar, inverted center back pleat, single vent, internal pockets and turn back cuffs.
Styling: Wear fully buttoned for a more formal look or open for a casual approach. Collars up ensure the ultimate in wind and rain protection.
Care: After each wear, hang, gently brush to remove debris and let air.
This fall, Cad & The Dandy will open a luxury ready to wear shop on New York’s Billionaire’s Row while still offering their full bespoke services upstairs at the penthouse. The new 1,500 square foot store will offer exquisitely handcrafted ready to wear English tailoring, including the magnificent greatcoat. Follow @cadandthedandy_nyc for updates. Until then, greatcoats can be commissioned at the Cad & The Dandy Bespoke Penthouse in New York by appointment at nyc@cadandthedandy.com.
Cad & The Dandy was founded by Ian Meiers and James Sleater in 2008. It is the youngest and now the largest tailoring house on Savile Row. Their uncompromising approach to designing and crafting British bespoke suits, highly competitive pricing, and a house style more fitted and contemporary than traditional Savile Row, has garnered a loyal following from sartorial enthusiasts, including The Royal Family and Hollywood elite. With intermediate toile fittings, a full-floating canvassed suit jacket, smart fabrics, and the finest construction with detailed hand finishings, they make the bespoke suit every man wants. Locations in New York, London and Stockholm, and trunk shows frequently in Boston and Washington D.C provide unparalleled service anywhere in the world. To schedule an appointment, contact nyc@cadandthedandy.com or 1-917-400-4804. Instagram; Facebook; YouTube; Pinterest and Twitter. Press Contact: squinn.glow@me.com, 207-781-2598.