Eli5: Why do most coats and winter jackets only cover our torsos, leaving our legs to get soaked through our pants?

Question

I love walking in the rain and having the upper half of my body stay dry. Why must the bottom half get drenched?

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Answer 1

Coats and winter jackets are meant to provide insulation/warmth. You should look into trench coats, or rain coats. There ARE jackets that cover your legs, you’re just not looking for the right type of jacket.