In recent years, shearling coats (also known as sheepskin coats) have become one of the most luxurious clothing items you can own. Since the material used is of the highest quality, these jackets can run anywhere from $500 to $5,000; so, most designers suggest purchasing your coat from somewhere that offers tailored clothing.

At 6 Avenue Tailor in New York City, they design and produce custom-made tailored clothing, including those made from leather and shearling. While you could bring your coat in after you purchase it for alterations, you could also let them make you the perfectly fitting shearling coat in your specific style and measurements.

If you are a fan of high-quality, custom-made tailored clothing, here are a few suggestions 6 Avenue Tailor has for deciding on your shearling coat:

• Weight: Depending on where the sheep were raised, a shearling coat could be either rugged and heavy or light and thin; however, both tend to provide the same amount of warmth. 
• Texture: This also depends on the location of the sheep. Usually, those that reside in the mountain ranges of Spain tend to produce the softest and thickest wool. Conversely, sheep raised in Australia, New Zealand, and similar areas tend to produce thinner coats that create the rugged look found in bomber jackets.
• Number & Shape Of Sheepskin: Any shearling or sheepskin coat will require numerous unblemished hides of the same weight, color, and density. Longer and more stylish coats tend to require more panels than waist-length coats. This is why the more rugged coats tend to be less expensive than the thinner and more comfortable variety.

If you want a stylish, warm, and properly fitted coat this winter, contact 6 Avenue Tailor about their custom-made, tailored clothing options today. Schedule your appointment by calling (212) 593-1925. You can also see some of the shearling coats they’ve made in the past by visiting them online or on Facebook.