Mar 3, 2017 · “Greatcoat” is a broad term for any Regency overcoat, also referred to as a “surtout” which gentlemen wore during Regency England. Greatcoats were heavy wool coats worn over the regular a gentlemen’s attire, providing protection from cold and rain.

Feb 17, 2017 · During the Regency, Georgian-style frockcoats were required court attire. They were very ornate, with brocade or heavy-embroidery such as what you see in pictures of George Washington and other Georgian-Era gentlemen.

Mar 3, 2017 · “Greatcoat” is a broad term for any Regency overcoat, also referred to as a “surtout” which gentlemen wore during Regency England. Greatcoats were heavy wool coat worn over the regular attire of a gentlemen which provided protection from cold and rain.

Mar 8, 2017 · During the Regency, Georgian-style frockcoats were required court attire. They were very ornate, with brocade or heavy-embroidery such as what you see in pictures of George Washington and other Georgian-Era gentlemen.

Mens and Ladies Late Georgian and Regency Greatcoat and Garrick, c. 1750- 1825. The pattern contains a Greatcoat which can be cut either single or double breasted and has the choice of a standing or a stand-and-fall collar.

The greatcoat was a long overcoat, sometimes three-quarter length, but most often full length, almost reaching the ground. During the Regency period, it was fashionable to have capes attached to the shoulder of the greatcoat.

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During the Regency, Georgian-style frockcoats were required court attire. They were very ornate, with brocade or heavy-embroidery such as what you see in pictures of George Washington and other Georgian-Era gentlemen.

Jul 22, 2016 · Men during the Regency wore thick coats over their suits, as folks always have for warmth, and then as now there were a wide variety of styles. My personal favorite is the caped greatcoat. Also called a coachman’s coat, carrick or garrick coat, and box coat, it is the ancestor of the trench coat.

Apr 1, 2010 · The greatcoat or ‘garrick’ ~ an elegant yet practical garment, the stacked shoulder capes give the wearer a broad presence. There is a vent that splits the back for riding. These are made usually of wool, sometimes linen and even leather. Regency gentlemen also wore basic cloak/capes, sometimes with a shoulder cape or two attached.