double-breasted
adjective
dou·ble-breast·ed
ˌdə-bəl-ˈbre-stəd 
1
: having one half of the front lapped over the other and usually a double row of buttons and a single row of buttonholes
a double-breasted coat
2
: having a double-breasted coat
a double-breasted suit
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While her coat was single-breasted, styled with a long black dress, pointed pumps, a sleek Gucci bag, and some striking diamond jewels, Rocky went for a belted double-breasted coat, shrugged over a classic white dress shirt, gray dress pants, and black dress shoes.
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Christian Allaire, Vogue, 17 Nov. 2025
The royal’s double-breasted wool coat featured two parallel buttons on the front, with a wide collar and lapels with soft edges creating a dimensional element.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 14 Nov. 2025
Wantdo Waterproof Trench Coat With a double-breasted front, removable belt, and deep pockets, this waterproof trench from Wantdo is versatile enough for sightseeing or simply running errands in damp weather.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 9 Nov. 2025
The staff, for one, will don uniforms with a double-breasted peak lapel and dripping in blues and white piping.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2025
The double-breasted jacket has notched lapels, two pockets, adjustable wrist cuffs, and a waist tie.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
The coat itself features the peacoat's traditional design elements, including wide lapels, a boxy shape, and double-breasted buttons—which are in this case flat and metallic.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 18 Oct. 2025
There are single or double-breasted jackets with wide or narrow lapels and fancy buttons, and white shirts in a variety of styles.
—Emily M. Olson, Hartford Courant, 4 Apr. 2025
Through a personal narrative, Ross-Paul hopes to inspire viewers to explore the complexity of the female experience, specifically regarding the ability to remain double-breasted.
—oregonlive, 28 June 2023
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Christian Allaire, Vogue, 17 Nov. 2025
The royal’s double-breasted wool coat featured two parallel buttons on the front, with a wide collar and lapels with soft edges creating a dimensional element.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 14 Nov. 2025
Wantdo Waterproof Trench Coat With a double-breasted front, removable belt, and deep pockets, this waterproof trench from Wantdo is versatile enough for sightseeing or simply running errands in damp weather.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 9 Nov. 2025
The staff, for one, will don uniforms with a double-breasted peak lapel and dripping in blues and white piping.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2025
The double-breasted jacket has notched lapels, two pockets, adjustable wrist cuffs, and a waist tie.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
The coat itself features the peacoat's traditional design elements, including wide lapels, a boxy shape, and double-breasted buttons—which are in this case flat and metallic.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 18 Oct. 2025
There are single or double-breasted jackets with wide or narrow lapels and fancy buttons, and white shirts in a variety of styles.
—Emily M. Olson, Hartford Courant, 4 Apr. 2025
Through a personal narrative, Ross-Paul hopes to inspire viewers to explore the complexity of the female experience, specifically regarding the ability to remain double-breasted.
—oregonlive, 28 June 2023
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“Double-breasted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/double-breasted. Accessed 25 Nov. 2025.
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