J.Crew Ludlow Houndstooth Car Coat Color: Khaki Multi Check Condition: New - Good condition; Never worn; No tags Size: 42 J. Crew Description: The car coat became popular in the 1950s and 1960s due to the... growth of suburbs and the subsequent increase in time spent in cars. (The three-quarter length was more comfortable than longer jackets for driving.) We made this one in two-layer fabric that comes from Beste, an Italian mill known for their innovative and high-quality fabrics. Front: cotton; back: poly/cotton. Unlined. Point collar. Button front with covered placket. Spot or dry clean.