Retail sales of the global jacket and coats market 2012-2021
What is the difference between a jacket and a coat?
Jackets and coats are one segment of the global apparel market; other product categories include top wear, sportswear and outdoor apparel. For many people the terms of jacket and coat can be substituted with one another. However, for others there is a distinction and this distinction lies in the length of the garment in question. Jackets are typically shorter than coats, normally being about waist length. Sports jackets are an example of common jacket style. Coats, on the other hand, tend to be longer reaching anywhere from mid-thigh to below the knee. Down coats and trench coats are two differing styles of coat. Jackets and coats are both a key part of the global outerwear market.