The Syracuse Journal, Volume 29, Number 46, Syracuse, Kosciusko County, 18 March 1937 — Page 2

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Wide Flaring Skirt and Ease " of Fit Characteristic of the Raglan Topcoat Models

EFORE discussing the individual topcoat styles that will be in the frorit ranks of the style parade for spring, we believe that a brief summary of the trend in

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topcoats will prove interesting. We also suggest that before making your selection of new spring suits, topcoats and other accessories that you visit the modern men’s clothing store of Kohler & Champion in Goshen.

The button-through raglan ,will again be the number one style, but is followed closely by ’the balmacaan. In both of these models, as well as in all raglan coats, the most notable style features are the wide flaring skirts, soft construction and ease of fit. In the more formal types of topcoats there is a notable trend to follow the lead set by the most popular spring suit models. In other words, the Chesterfield and fly-front Chesterfield will have lower waistlines, lower buttons, wider lapels and slightly longer lengths. Now for the individual topcoat models. The reglan that will be seen most has a three button front, is single breasted, fits ■a rather closely about.the shoulders and fla’res at the skirt. The lapels are notched and the sleeves carry cuff straps. Another single breasted raglan is one that is highly distinctive, and though exceptionally smart, will not be seen everywhere. The reason for this might be traced to the price. It is made of soft cashmere and priced accordingly. The lapels on this model are peaked and the sleeves carry turned up cuffs. Although single breasted, it closely resembles the polo coat. A third raglan due to see much service is the fly-front model. It’s a coat that shows unmistakable British influence having cuffs on the sleeves and outside patch pockets. One other fly-front raglan is noticeably; different by virtue of its narrow shoulders, balloon sleeves and the four rows of stitching on the cuffs and around the bottom of the skirt. It also has a change pocket placed just above the right hand pocket. THE BALMACAAN COAT In itself, the balmacaan topcoat is not a new style. It is the addition of new style details that make it so. The one balmaca'an that we have particularly in mind is a single breasted raglan with a five button front, wide, sweeping skirt, a cuff and a special pleat on the sleeve and a military collar that may be worn turned up or down. This same type of coat is also. shown in the reversible model,.ope that can be worn on either side. In the reversible, pne side is generally of gabardine and the other of tweed. However, in the more expensive lines it is shown in combinations of ’ camel’s hair and .tweed. This last is an exception alyl warm coat and while many will be worn this springy strictly speaking, it is more suitable for fa'll and early winter wear. MORE FORMAL TOPCOATS For more formal in-town occasions many men are discarding their ordinary topcoats in favor 3of She chesterfield. The leading example of this coat is a single breasted fly-front model with

Featured at Kohler & Champion's | **• Will! * wW 5S| ?/ w jgawpMßM ■ 4|gl L w Jl O "•- s oMk ' : '«'W ' K S A* wIIRf flk ' 5 ,'*■'•swß &• Bh W B ;' fl •' ■■•. I —- Shown here is the balmacaaq topcoat. It has the ragjan shoulder military collar, pockets at ap angle, and sleeve cuffs. This and many other smart models of topcoats and suits are beiqg featured at Kohler & Champion modern men’s clothing store at Goshen. ‘ ' . "-■*"■■

peaked lapels, slanting flap pockets and gauntlet-type cuffs. It is generally of a dark gray shade and herringbone seems to be the preferred weaVe. In the other chesterfield styles, either single or double breasted without the fly-front, a noticeable trend to lower waistline! and buttons has developed. While not Considered a “high style" any longer, it would be a mistake to make no mention of the polo coat. This is one style that has become more orjess of a staple style. The loose lines of this double breasted are exceptionally popular with younger men and the fabric; is the traditionally smart camel’s hair in' the natural tan shade. As previously, it is shown with either a full or half belt. TOPCOAT PATTERNS Suit patterns have had an exceptionally strong on topcoats. Overplaids dominate almost every topcoat selection and they are shown in all sorts, of, tweed fabrics which have a fairly smooth surface. Single and double and even triple overplaids are appearing on plain twill and herringbone weaves, many times in two and three color combinations. Glen Urquharts are also very much in the style picture. Topcoats have also followed the suit lead by offering more color. Combinations of checks and overplaids in different, but harmonizing shades are not unusual. CHECKS STILL STRONG Checked shirts and deeptone shirts made such a sensational hit the past few seasons that they have carried over to this eason. While not quite as strong as previously, must be considered in any style review. The bold checks and extra dark tones are, to some extent, being relegated to their proper position among the sport*shirts and therefore will not be seen around the offices with the same frequency. Many men will welcome the change from checks and deep tones. They will see in the new light straw-colored grounds featuring deep stripes a chance to wear something different and new. CORONATION IMPORTANT A tremendous influence in men's ties, hose, robep, in fpct, ail a&seesories has been made; by the Coronation. The official colors of red and blue chosen originally for the Coronation of Ed- ‘ ward VIII have been held over i for the ascension of George VI. i These colors are flattering to all men regardless of complexion and for that reason will be worn frequently. Red and blue stripes are the most popular of the shirt patterns. However, in hose, red and blue oversquares, stripes and clocks are shown.

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