Ways To Wear The Oversized Coat Trend

Impeccable fit has long been the mark of a well-dressed man. But on runways, outerwear has been blowing up. “It’s not about ordering the next size up so it’s baggy,” says celebrity menswear stylist Ashley Weston. “You still want the coat to fit the same way, in terms of length of the sleeves and the overall length.”

Here’s how to pull off the Yeezy look, with equal levels of confidence.

The Duster

Oversized coats can drown smaller guys. So avoid looking like you’re wearing dad’s hand-me-downs by steering towards a lighter material, like this duster from ASOS.

“With proportions you really want to pay attention and make sure the rest of the outfit stays streamlined and tailored,” says Weston. Keep your trouser leg to a slim-fit and go for chunky-soled footwear. They’ll stand out from – and up to – something this long.

ASOS Duster Coat, available at ASOS, priced £80.00.

The Denim Jacket

One of the best times to play with proportion is with wardrobe staples. An oversized denim jacket puts a twist on a classic, taking your street style from simple to surprising. It also gives your transitional looks an edge, working equally well with a tee on warmer days and a chunky knit on colder ones.

But don’t go oversized crazy. “If you’re going to have a looser fit item and the rest of your outfit is loose, it doesn’t look good,” warns Weston. So keep your layering snug.

Topman Denim Oversized Field Jacket, available at Topman, priced £65.00.

The Modern Hoodie

Streetwear’s long been where proportion goes to experiment. So a hoody is a natural piece to give a dose of Miracle Grow.

Because Juun.J’s sits close at the waist, you can enlarge your fits elsewhere; start with a longline tee (just keep things monochrome) then graduate to roomier trousers too.

Juun.J Oversized Zipped Hoodie, available at Farfetch, priced £530.24.