Frock Coats

Frock coats were mostly popular during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. They usually hung around the knees and came in two types: single breasted for informal occasions and double-breasted for formal settings. Queen Victoria’s husband, Prince Albert, made frock coats quite popular. Frock coats were originally worn during the Napoleonic wars which provided protection across the frigid climates of Europe. They were great for wear in the respect that they were thick and long enough to provide protection against the cold yet light enough to wear around the day. The snugness of the frock coat was what made the garment comfortable to wear. Frock coats mostly became popular during the day and morning dress, but by the time of late Victorian and Edwardian era, Frock coats were worn by older, conservative men while the new morning coat was worn by younger men. Frock coats were generally made of wool and were expected to match waist coats and go well with trousers. Frock coats became a distinguished male garment mostly reserved for nobles and businessmen.