James Dean overcoat - HELP!

Hi Mary! Your coat has a belt as well? I have a friend who may be interested in one of these, so if you decide to sell, let me know and perhaps I can put you in touch.

 

Sounds great! Looking forward to seeing the photos. I'll be sure to let my friend know I may have located one for him too. Thanks again Mary!

 

Unfortunately the beautiful coat of Bonnie's was too small for me. :-( So my search continues. If anyone finds one in around a size 48L or bigger, please let me know. The ideal coat would be just like Bonnie's photos. No belt and no epaulets, 8 buttons on the front. Color either black or deep navy. I am going to keep hope alive I'll locate one eventually!!

 

Hi there,
Have you considered getting a Tailor to replicate the coat in your size?. I know it wouldn't quite be the most cost effective option, but in the long fitting and size you require, it might be the easiest route.
Woollen cloth is readily available in a similar weight to what you would need- and with a reference and a good tailor, it could be worth the investment.
All the best
Gayle

 

Hi Gayle! Yes, I am actually doing this as we speak. She is making me a replica coat, and we're using a wool-cashmere blend. So I am excited to have it completed! But, I definitely would want an original if possible as well, in the gabardine style. If I never find one though, at least I will have this custom made one.

 

Great to hear about the tailor JamesDean78, I hope you can post a photo when the coat is finished!!. And you never know- one day your Vintage dream coat may turn up, and then you will have both!

 

Hi Bonnie...long time no speak! I am in the process of recreating this gorgeous coat with my tailor. One thing I wanted to know, and not sure you even remember, because you have probably sold the coat already, is what the back looked like. Do you recall if the back had a vent? If so, what kind? I had seen a coat similar that had a split vent of sorts with many buttons to button it all up. Any info would be great...thanks!

 

Thanks Mary! That helps

 

Do you all have an opinion on what type of buttons would look best on this coat I am making? I want to keep to tradition, but just curious if there is anything I should consider. I am not familiar with buttons really. A classic navy, 4 hole button is what I was shooting for I suppose, but not sure if there is anything a bit "cooler" but not fancy or ornate...also, needs to be navy. Is a plastic button best, or are other materials like leather good too (keeping in mind, this is a cashmere coat).

 

Hi Bonnie can I have the pattern you used for this I'm trying to make this coat well not me but a someone's making it for me and they need the pattern pm me you did excellant!

 

So sorry, I don't have a pattern for the coat. This was a vintage coat as you may recall from the 40s.