Request WTF is a jacket-cum-coat

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  1. Shiroikaze42

    Shiroikaze42 Well-Known Member

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    I'm more confused why this would be used with those two words, when a jacket and a coat are basically the same thing. In fact, they're synonyms.
     
  2. alphamale

    alphamale Active Member

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    Generally speaking, if we are to include all possible variations, a jacket is a lighter garment that is hip-length or less, while a coat is a heavier garment that is hip-length or longer.
     
  3. Donutmindme

    Donutmindme [dounut][Zodiac:Golden snake][PROcrastinator]

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    That and jackets can be smaller then too. Wait then it would a vest?

    Honestly, idk much about clothes.
     
  4. MasterCuddler

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    This would be a vest^
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    This would be a cardigan, most likely the lighter outerwear ppl will wear
     
  5. Lazriser

    Lazriser Well-Known Member

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    Now you got me itching to buy a reinforced vest. Do vests come with hoods?
     
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  6. MasterCuddler

    MasterCuddler Handsome Chicken

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    Yes some have hoods, check before you buy