TM 10--227
4--13
(6) All Weather Coat. To ensure proper concept of fit, attach line and completely button the
coat. Check the following points:
(a) Collar. When buttoned, the all weather coat must fit close at the neck without gapping
or overlapping. The collar must cover the collar of all subgarments (Fig. 4--5).
(b) Back, Shoulders and Bust. The all weather coat must fit comfortably over the
shoulders and bust and lie smoothly across the back. When properly fitted, the all weather coat
will allow free use of the arms without pulling or giving discomfort to the wearer (Fig. 4--5)
(c) Hips and Waist. The all weather coat must hang freely from the shoulders without
waist suppression or tightness around the hips (Fig. 4--5).
(d) Length. The all weather coat should fall approximately 1--1/2 inches below the
midpoint of the knee and must cover the skirt worn under it (Fig. 4--5).
(e) Sleeves. The all weather coat sleeves must be 1/2--inch longer than and cover the
sleeves of all subgarments (Fig. 4--5).
(f) Belt. The belt shall be at natural waistline.
