Has anyone had a coat made for them?

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If so, where did you get it done? I’m thinking wool or a wool blend coat.

Thank you

It’s an unfamiliar question. Even Savile Row tailors making suits for men and women generally offer coats off the peg.

Is there a particular issue you’re hoping to get round by having a coat made for you?

I have, but it was a lightweight wool crepe duster type of coat.

If you want a winter coat, you would need someone experienced in tailoring. You would also need suitable fabric etc and a decent pattern.
I'd buy off-the-peg.

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I have, a lovely wool coat with a satin lining.

I got it done while on holiday in Vietnam, so I’m not much use to you. But it is one on my favourite possessions.

No because my name is neither Joseph nor Dolly!!

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Same, but Thailand for me.

Yes, but in China 🤦‍♀️😂

Tailors do make bespoke men’s coats: e.g. https://www.permanentstyle.com/2025/04/steven-hitchcock-tweed-overcoat-and-makers-closing-their-books.html

For women’s (and I haven’t used any of them) - there is a range depending on budget from people like Stewart Parvin to Gormley and Gamble (on website coats are about £2,000) to finding a local seamstress and a pattern to work from.

Good luck!

I've made my own - trench coat style in navy wool.

If you have sewn clothes yourself then you could give it a go. If you haven't sewn clothes before I probably wouldn't start with a coat.

Same!

Thanks all!