02 October 2025

YouTube Fashion Show: 6 Coat Patterns to Sew This Winter

What if this year you took the leap and made your own coat? Autumn has just arrived and now is the perfect time to think about which sewing pattern you will choose for the season. A coat is a statement piece and often takes many hours of work, so it’s essential to select a design you truly love — and one whose techniques you feel confident mastering.

At Maison Fauve, we offer a wide range of coat patterns, from oversized cuts to more structured silhouettes, to suit both your style and your sewing experience. To help you decide, we’ve prepared a detailed video that combines a pattern review with a fashion show - presenting six of our coat designs, organised by sewing level. The show is available to watch on our YouTube channel.

Here’s a closer look at each one featured in the show (with links to the patterns and wool fabric suggestions at the end of this article).

1. Pam, the essential easy to sew

The Pam coat is one of our most accessible patterns - many sewists choose it as their very first coat project.

Simple to sew doesn’t mean simple in style: its oversized silhouette feels modern and chic, with dropped shoulders, large patch pockets, and a graceful shawl collar. A Maison Fauve favourite for several seasons, the Pam coat comes in two lengths to flatter every figure.

Sewing tutorial: A complete step-by-step tutorial for the Pam coat is available to help you sew this piece with confidence. Perfect for beginners, the Pam coat offers an introduction to sewing a lined coat, with a simplified lining construction to make the process easier.

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2. Marcello, a minimalist style with Fauve details

The Marcello coat is our brand-new pattern for this Autumn-Winter season. While it borrows its straight, structured look from classic menswear and may seem simple at first glance, Marcello is full of thoughtful tailoring details: a three-piece sleeve with a shoulder dart, a high neckline that gently hugs the neck, a back designed to give shape, and large welt pockets. These pockets are the most technical part of the design, but the rest of the construction is very approachable. As with the Pam coat, the lining is assembled flat, making it easier to sew.

For this fashion show, I’m presenting a bold take on Marcello in our tartan tweed wool - a very British-inspired fabric that gives the coat extra personality. Love the fabric but worried about matching the checks? Don’t worry: we’ve created a dedicated sewing video to guide you through sewing and aligning checked fabrics (watch the video here on matching checks).

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Sewing Tutorial : Find the complete tutorial for the Marcello coat to guide you, covering every step of the construction such as making the large piped pockets and assembling the lining.

    3. Take to the seas in style in a Cliff coat

    The Cliff coat is our reinterpretation of the classic pea coat. Its volume has been reworked into a shorter, structured silhouette with defined shoulders and a striking detail that sets it apart: large optional front flaps. The double-breasted front is echoed in the buttoned sleeve tabs, which can be adjusted with their two-button fastening. A high, enveloping shawl collar and gentle pleats at the back soften the coat’s sharp lines, creating a balance between structure and elegance.

    From a technical standpoint, the key features of this pattern are the welt pockets and the shawl collar. The bib detail adds style without complexity, and since the pocket technique is the same as in the Marcello coat, Cliff is an approachable project for sewists with an intermediate level of experience.

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      Sewing tutorial: Learn how to flatten the flaps, sew the pleats, and shape a flawless shawl collar. For a refined finish, I’ll also show you how to glaze the collar. All of this is covered in the free step-by-step video of the Cliff coat.

        4. Ray, the classic coat... With a twist!

        The Ray coat was the very first coat pattern we introduced at Maison Fauve. It reimagines a classic tailored style - with a structured collar and timeless lines - but has an added little  twist that makes it instantly recognisable.

        The Maison Fauve signature: sleeves featuring a pleat secured by a buttoned tab. To make Ray accessible to sewists of different levels, the pattern includes two pocket variations: simple patch pockets (perfect for beginners) and piped pockets with flaps (a more technical option). This way, the same pattern can grow with you, offering the chance to progress and explore new finishes.

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        Sewing Tutorial : Watch the step-by-step Ray coat tutorial to guide you throughout the making process.

          5. A frock coat spirit, reimagined in the Tsar coat.

          The Tsar coat is an elegant design that sits somewhere between a pea coat, an officer’s coat, and a frock coat. It’s the most fitted silhouette in the Maison Fauve collection, with princess seams at the front and back that highlight its structured cut. The sleeves are shaped with upper and lower pieces, and the pockets are set neatly into the seams with a simple stitched entry - no major technical challenges here. Its oversized collar gives the coat strong character, while the construction remains the same as a classic tailored collar.

          What sets Tsar apart is its distinctive fastening: the front cut-out shifts the closure from double-breasted to single-breasted. And because it works beautifully in different fabrics, you can explore alternative versions - including one in gabardine for a modern, reimagined trench coat.

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          Sewing Tutorial : Discover the Tsar coat tutorial . We'll guide you through every step of the sewing process, from creating a beautiful pointed coat collar to effortlessly assembling the lining.

              6. Tigris, the master piece

              The Tigris coat is a statement piece, distinguished by shoulders accentuated with a buttoned placket and a refined officer’s collar. Its construction is full of thoughtful details:

              • Shoulder darts that flow into high welt pockets

              • Large patch pockets, positioned low enough to comfortably slide your hands into

              • Asymmetrical buttoning at the top that continues down the middle front

              • A straight cut with broad shoulders

              • Two length options: mid-calf or mid-thigh

              The technical feature that makes Tigris our most advanced coat pattern is the lined centre back slit. This detail requires a solid grasp of lining construction, but don’t worry: the slit is not included in the shorter version, and the coat’s relaxed fit also means you can choose to sew the long version without it. It’s an excellent opportunity to discover a new technique, as this type of slit is also used on tailored jackets, lined skirts, and more. To guide you, a free step-by-step video tutorial is available.

              And because we love versatile designs, Tigris can also be transformed into a trench coat thanks to a free PDF extension available on our website. This supplement includes a flap, a new collar with stand, and a belt with loops. The flap is lined, the collar is drafted with a fall and collar stand, and the belt sits neatly at the waist. I love this transformation, which adds a je ne sais quoi of nonchalant elegance and gives Tigris a whole new personality.

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              Sewing Tutorial : Follow the complete Tigris coat tutorial to follow each sewing stage step by step and discover in detail the technical aspects of the pattern such as the lined back slit. And the trench coat extension is available here.

                Boss References

                Our Available Wools for these Coat Patterns

                Our premium wool fabrics are the perfect choice for creating elegant, handmade coats.

                1. Anthracite Charcoal Grey

                This mottled charcoal grey wool has a clean, modern look. Its subtle variations in tone make it versatile, pairing effortlessly with both classic and contemporary styles.

                2. Forest Green

                Crafted from 100% virgin wool, our Loden wool comes in a sophisticated deep green shade, a medium weight, and an elegant drape. It is an ideal match for coat patterns with soft yet structured lines.

                3. Ink

                Classic and timeless, this deep navy wool is the ideal choice for a chic, elegant coat that pairs effortlessly with any outfit. Its rich colour adds enduring sophistication. Made from 100% virgin wool, it offers exceptional quality, and its versatile weight makes it suitable for sewing all types of coats

                4. Tartan Bouclé Tweed

                Add a bold twist to your handmade pieces with this tartan bouclé tweed. Its textured weave, understated tartan pattern, and rich Blueberry shade — a deep blue with a subtle heathered effect — strike the perfect balance between classic elegance and modern style.

                5. Houndstooth

                This medium-weight wool is ideal for sewing mid-season outerwear. With its dry hand and good structure, it’s perfectly suited to tailored, more architectural patterns. The classic houndstooth motif lends a refined retro charm to your creations.

                Essential Haberdashery for Your Coats

                The choice of haberdashery makes all the difference in the finish of your coat. Here are our recommendations to complement your designs:

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                Tips for Sewing with Wool

                 Sewing a wool coat calls for a few specialised techniques to achieve a perfect finish. To help you master the unique properties of this fabric, we’ve created detailed tutorials for each design:

                1. For a flawless finish and well-shaped collars : Pressing is essential: follow the pressing steps indicated in each of our patterns to properly define the coat hem and sleeve hems, and to give structure to the collar.

                2. The right iron : Use a steam iron with a damp pressing cloth to prevent shine or marks on the wool.

                3. A right lining : We recommend our wide selection of cupro linings. Made from wood pulp, cupro is more breathable than polyester and naturally antistatic. With its smooth hand, it’s the perfect choice for lining coat sleeves and ensuring comfort and ease of wear.

                By following these tips, you will be able to make quality coats that are as beautiful as they are durable, while adding a personal touch with the buttons and accessories of your choice!

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