The Tigris coat from every angle!

Everything you didn't know yet about the new coat from the Maison Fauve wardrobe !

Coat season is fast approaching, it's time to think about which sewing to choose, to dress you warmly this fall-winter. Maison Fauve is back this year with Tigris , an officer coat with a strong character and very trendy with its straight cut.

In this article, new information on Tigris : ideas for looks, a short version of the coat with the adaptation of the tutorial and advice for sewing and caring for your Maison Fauve woolen cloth.

Tigris long: a coat to curl up in all winter

You know Tigris in the most accomplished version, the one presented in an advanced level cover:

• A mid-calf length coat

• Straight cut

• A high officer collar on a signature crossover

• Shoulders highlighted with a buttoned tab

• Piped pockets at chest height

• Patch pockets

• A split finish at the lower back

The long coat: for which body types?

Choosing the right coat is not an easy task, but Tigris has been designed to enhance the beauty of all women. Whether you are tall or short , the long version is clearly made for you if you like long coats. Its straight cut and structured lines slim the silhouette, so Tigris will also fit very well if you are curvy .

Tigris pattern from 34 to 52. Vanina wears Tigris in size 50 and is 1m70 tall. Size guide and finished garment measurements can be found on the product sheet .

Each style has its own Tigris coat

Casual Tigris

A long Tigris in Orage wool cloth with jeans or cargo pants , a blouse and a pair of loafers:

Amanda wears Tigris in size 36 and is 1m63 tall. On the left: the Cicadella blouse in Cherry Red lace and the Tremplin pants in Sable cotton satin . On the right: the Soliflore blouse in Chocolate Sand Leo .

Act classy for the office

A Tigris in Deep Black wool cloth gives a crazy look to this high-waisted and belted flared trouser set over a blouse with jeweled pumps or a pair of heeled ankle boots.

Emilie is wearing Tigris in size 36 and is 1m63 tall. She is wearing the Skyline shirt in Leo Sable Encre and sequined buttons Encre and the Brooklyn palazzo pants in Sable cotton satin .

Due to its ease, the Tigris coat can be worn over other clothes in layering mode: a basic white top, a Manhattan blazer and Brooklyn pants set, nice and warm under a Tigris coat.

Discover Tigris in short version

But Tigris hasn't said his last word yet! The coat has a more accessible version, which we haven't yet revealed to you in pictures ;) This version keeps the same remarkable details (collar, line, buttoned tabs) but on a shorter length (above the knee) and without a piped pocket and lined slit in the back. An intermediate sewing project , which can be a very nice first coat to sew to improve!

The short coat: for which body types?

The short coat will look particularly good on medium and small figures . Its straight cut accentuates verticality and is very flattering on curves .

Each style has its own Tigris coat

Tigris short has the advantage of being more adaptable and neutral than the long coat so it can be worn in all situations .

You can choose Tigris to complete a feminine and comfortable outfit like a little dress and chunky boots. Its very structured effect will also adapt very well for a work look ;)

Christine is wearing Tigris in size 40 and is 1m68 tall. She is wearing the Soliflore dress in Leo Sable Vert Scarabée and matching Wink Mat buttons .

If you like this version and want to get started, go watch the Tigris video tutorial . It's a one-hour explanatory video, covering all the sewing steps and technical points of the long version . To adapt the tutorial and make the short version , all you need to do is:

• Order the pattern, supplies and fabric yardage for a short coat version and corresponding to your size

• Cut out the short coat pattern pieces. The 2 variations can be cut out on the pattern sheet.

• Follow the steps of the tutorial by skipping the steps of the piped pockets and the back slit. The only technical points to master are: sewing a dart, mounting a collar, flattening pockets and assembling the lining and everything is explained in the video :)

Sew my Tigris coat

You can choose from our two woolen fabrics to sew your pretty coat: a Storm Grey for a timeless casual style and a newly Deep Black for a more sophisticated look.

Storm Grey or Deep Black

On the right, the black cashmere wool cloth and matching thread . On the left, the Orage wool cloth andmatching thread .

The specificities of Maison Fauve wool cloth:

• Suitable iron-on adhesive:Vlieseline G700

• Composition: the Orage wool cloth is composed of 98% wool, 2% polyamide and the Deep Black wool cloth of 90% wool, 8% cashmere and 2% polyamide

• Sewing thick fabric : we recommend Schmetz universal needles . To make sewing thick fabrics easier, here is my technical advice: reduce the tension on the presser foot and lengthen the stitch length on your sewing machine to facilitate training.

• The fabric should not be machine washed. We recommend dry cleaning.

Choice of lining

You can play with our linings , by contrasting the color for an offbeat look or by opting for a sober color or pattern for a more chic effect.

The Solaris and Wood buttons

On the left the Solaris buttons and on the right the Wood buttons . Our Light Gold jewelry buttons also accessorize the coat very well.

We hope you enjoy sewing this masterpiece and look forward to seeing your creations! Happy sewing!