The Halsted - Black Wool Jacket

$950.00

Size XXS Sizing Guide

Our coats are true to size with room for layering already built in. Find your size using your body measurements below.

Looking for per-coat measurements and detailed fit advice? See the full fit guide →

Your Body Measurements

All measurements in inches.

Our Size	US Size	Bust	Waist	Hip	Shoulder **	Sleeve *
XXS	00/0	30	25	35	13.5–14	30
XS	0/2	32	27	37	14–14.5	30.5
S	4/6	35	30	40	14.5–15	31
M	8/10	37	32	42	15–16	31.5
L	12/14	39	34	44	15.5–16.5	32
XL	16/18	42	37	47	16.5–17	32.5
1X	18/20	46	40	51	15.5–16.5	33
* Sleeve measured from CB neck to wrist. ** Shoulder measured across the back. See How to Measure below.

Our coats are designed to fit true to size with room for a sweater of medium thickness. If you regularly wear very thick sweaters or blazers underneath, consider sizing up. The XXS is engineered for women 5'1"–5'4" at a size 00/0. Most styles suit women 5'4"–6'. Individual coat lengths by size are on the full fit guide.

How to Measure

Standard Measurements

Bust
Wrap the tape around the fullest part of your chest, parallel to the floor. Keep it snug but not tight. Measure over a light layer.

Waist
Measure around your natural waist — the narrowest part of your torso, usually an inch or two above your belly button.

Hip
Measure around the fullest part of your hips and seat, usually 7–9 inches below your natural waist, parallel to the floor.

Shoulder — Across the Back
With your arms relaxed at your sides, measure straight across the back from the edge of one shoulder to the other — from shoulder tip to shoulder tip. This is the measurement most likely to determine your size if you are between two sizes. A coat that fits at the shoulder will fit everywhere else. Please note, shoulder across back measurements are very different from shoulder across front measurements.

Sleeve Length — CB Neck to Wrist

Stand with your arm relaxed at your side, elbow slightly bent.

Place the tape at the prominent bone at the center back of your neck — where your neck meets your shoulders.

Run it across the top of your shoulder, down the outside of your arm, to your wrist bone.

We measure sleeve length from CB neck — not the shoulder seam — so your measurement matches our chart directly.

Coat Length — CB Neck to Hem

Stand straight with feet together.

Place the tape at the same prominent bone at the center back of your neck.

Run it straight down your back to where you'd like the coat to fall.

Individual coat lengths by size are on the full fit guide — helpful for visualizing where each style lands on your frame.

Still not sure?

I personally respond to every sizing email — usually within a day.

Tell me your usual size, your bust measurement, and whether you layer heavily. I'll give you a straight answer.

XXS XS S M L XL 1X

Description

The Halsted is the shortest option in The Checkroom line. Hip-length, single-breasted, A-line cut. The same 100% RWS-certified, NATIVA Regen wool and Chicago construction as the rest of the line, in a silhouette that works when you prefer to wear a jacket. Rated for 30 - 50°F. If you need more coverage, the Mag Mile is a longer, warmer version.

Key details:

• 100% wool: RWS + NATIVA Regen certified, sourced from Shaniko Wool, woven at American Woolen in Stafford Springs, CT

• Fully lined in The Checkroom's signature stripe lining (52% Rayon, 48% Poly)

• Hip-length cut: sits at the high hip

• Single-breasted front with hidden snap closures

• A-line silhouette with room for comfortable layering

• On-seam pockets

• Rated: 30°F and above

Not sure whether the Halsted is right for you? Take our style quiz.

Size Guide

See our SIZE CHART

Our coats are designed to offer a tailored, yet comfortable fit, with enough room for light to moderate layering underneath.

Fits true to size
Designed to accommodate sweaters

See our FAQ's for more.

Made in the USA

The Checkroom specializes in timeless women’s wool coats made entirely in the United States. Our coats are crafted from 100% RWS certified domestic Shaniko wool which is woven at American Woolen in Connecticut, and ultimately cut and sewn in Chicago.

Returns/ Exchanges

The Checkroom will accept returns on unworn merchandise within 30 days of the date on which your order has arrived.
Read our policy here.

Made on Demand

Made as ordered in our Chicago studio — not pre-manufactured and stocked. Once you place your order, we cut and sew your coat in your chosen size. Plan for approximately 4 weeks from order to delivery. We keep a small quantity of popular sizes in stock; check the size indicator to see if yours
ships sooner. This is how we keep quality high and waste low. Learn more →

Care

All Wool Coats are Dry Clean Only
Give your coat the love that it deserves with proper care. Read more here.

Frequently Asked Questions

How warm is this black wool jacket?

The Halsted is rated for 30°F and above, so it's built for fall and the milder edges of winter rather than the coldest Chicago days. If you need more coverage once the temperature drops further, the Mag Mile is a longer, warmer version in the same wool.

How do I take care of a wool jacket like this?

The Halsted is dry clean only. Between cleanings, brushing, spot cleaning, and steaming is recommended to keep the coat looking fresh. The full wool coat care guide on our site covers storage between seasons too.

What's the difference between the Halsted and your other black coats?

The Checkroom's Halsted Jacket is hip length and rated for milder weather. The Southport, Mag Mile, and Dearborn Coats are longer and rated down to 5°F. Same wool throughout, different amount of coverage.

What if the fit isn't right when it arrives?

Unworn jackets can be returned within a 30 days of arrival. If something needs fixing in the first year, we repair it for free. Check the full return policy on our site for details.

What are the benefits of a 100% wool jacket?

A 100% wool jacket offers excellent warmth, durability, and breathability. Wool resists odors, regulates body temperature, and maintains its shape over time. Wool is also renewable and biodegradable. When combined with regenerative farming wool can enhance soil health and bio-diversity.