Who's buying a new coat for winter?
Discussion
I suspect there will be varying views on the definition of the term 'formal' in this context.
I will admit in advance to having something of a fetish for overcoats and I will be doing my best to avoid buying one this year.
While I would be unlikely to wear one of my better overcoats with jeans, I would be even less likely to be wearing jeans in the first place.
That said, I think what you are wearing at any given time can 'de-formalise' most coats quickly enough? Would depend somewhat on colour and style of course. I favour wide lapel, back belted, double breasted myself.
Most modern coats aren't very heavy or warm in fact. Not when compared to overcoats of just 60-70 years ago.
Can you give us a visual clue as to what you see as too formal for (I assume) smart casual?
I will admit in advance to having something of a fetish for overcoats and I will be doing my best to avoid buying one this year.
While I would be unlikely to wear one of my better overcoats with jeans, I would be even less likely to be wearing jeans in the first place.
That said, I think what you are wearing at any given time can 'de-formalise' most coats quickly enough? Would depend somewhat on colour and style of course. I favour wide lapel, back belted, double breasted myself.
Most modern coats aren't very heavy or warm in fact. Not when compared to overcoats of just 60-70 years ago.
Can you give us a visual clue as to what you see as too formal for (I assume) smart casual?
Front bottom said:
T5SOR said:
I like that!Goaty Bill 2 said:
I suspect there will be varying views on the definition of the term 'formal' in this context.
I will admit in advance to having something of a fetish for overcoats and I will be doing my best to avoid buying one this year.
While I would be unlikely to wear one of my better overcoats with jeans, I would be even less likely to be wearing jeans in the first place.
That said, I think what you are wearing at any given time can 'de-formalise' most coats quickly enough? Would depend somewhat on colour and style of course. I favour wide lapel, back belted, double breasted myself.
Most modern coats aren't very heavy or warm in fact. Not when compared to overcoats of just 60-70 years ago.
Can you give us a visual clue as to what you see as too formal for (I assume) smart casual?
I tend to wear Crombie type coats for formal wear. Wool, single breasted, just above the knee.I will admit in advance to having something of a fetish for overcoats and I will be doing my best to avoid buying one this year.
While I would be unlikely to wear one of my better overcoats with jeans, I would be even less likely to be wearing jeans in the first place.
That said, I think what you are wearing at any given time can 'de-formalise' most coats quickly enough? Would depend somewhat on colour and style of course. I favour wide lapel, back belted, double breasted myself.
Most modern coats aren't very heavy or warm in fact. Not when compared to overcoats of just 60-70 years ago.
Can you give us a visual clue as to what you see as too formal for (I assume) smart casual?
I want something parka-like, but light and probably with a drawstring waist. The North Face does some nice shaped stuff, but I am wary that they have become a bit chavvy.
Rich_W said:
Peacoat.
That is all
They are timeless.
HTP99 said:
Yep, I picked up a black peacoat from All Saints in the spring a few years ago for £125 reduced from about £250, apart from needing a dry clean and the sleeve linings looking a bit worse for wear, it's still in a great condition; I love it, its warm, stylish, can be worn smart, casual or can't be arsed, whatever!
They are timeless.
I don't think one would be warm enough, because they don't repel any water and don't do up to the neck.They are timeless.
Bought a Barbour Gillingham in John Lewis a little while back.
Nice and warm, keeps the rain out and not bulky at all.
http://www.drmikeographer.co.uk/barbour-gillingham...
Also doesn't look too 'country' which is good, living in London.
Nice and warm, keeps the rain out and not bulky at all.
http://www.drmikeographer.co.uk/barbour-gillingham...
Also doesn't look too 'country' which is good, living in London.
Bought one these last week.
Nearly £500 off.
Absolutely fantastic coat. Can't recommend it highly enough!
https://www.mastrum.com/3-in-1-snow-parka-inc-mas1...
Also comes in grey if you prefer that.
Nearly £500 off.
Absolutely fantastic coat. Can't recommend it highly enough!
https://www.mastrum.com/3-in-1-snow-parka-inc-mas1...
Also comes in grey if you prefer that.
Gameface said:
Bought one these last week.
Nearly £500 off.
Absolutely fantastic coat. Can't recommend it highly enough!
https://www.mastrum.com/3-in-1-snow-parka-inc-mas1...
Also comes in grey if you prefer that.
Looks excellent value. I do wonder whether it;s a bit heavy for my requirement.Nearly £500 off.
Absolutely fantastic coat. Can't recommend it highly enough!
https://www.mastrum.com/3-in-1-snow-parka-inc-mas1...
Also comes in grey if you prefer that.
So said:
Gameface said:
Bought one these last week.
Nearly £500 off.
Absolutely fantastic coat. Can't recommend it highly enough!
https://www.mastrum.com/3-in-1-snow-parka-inc-mas1...
Also comes in grey if you prefer that.
Looks excellent value. I do wonder whether it;s a bit heavy for my requirement.Nearly £500 off.
Absolutely fantastic coat. Can't recommend it highly enough!
https://www.mastrum.com/3-in-1-snow-parka-inc-mas1...
Also comes in grey if you prefer that.
So said:
HTP99 said:
Yep, I picked up a black peacoat from All Saints in the spring a few years ago for £125 reduced from about £250, apart from needing a dry clean and the sleeve linings looking a bit worse for wear, it's still in a great condition; I love it, its warm, stylish, can be worn smart, casual or can't be arsed, whatever!
They are timeless.
I don't think one would be warm enough, because they don't repel any water and don't do up to the neck.They are timeless.
HTP99 said:
So said:
Gameface said:
Bought one these last week.
Nearly £500 off.
Absolutely fantastic coat. Can't recommend it highly enough!
https://www.mastrum.com/3-in-1-snow-parka-inc-mas1...
Also comes in grey if you prefer that.
Looks excellent value. I do wonder whether it;s a bit heavy for my requirement.Nearly £500 off.
Absolutely fantastic coat. Can't recommend it highly enough!
https://www.mastrum.com/3-in-1-snow-parka-inc-mas1...
Also comes in grey if you prefer that.
Actually bought mine in June. Had my eye on one for a while and it popped up on sale (£70, RRP is £170, tends to sell for around £120). An Alpha Industries MA-1 bomber jacket.
Good quality, feels solidly put together, and exceptionally warm. No hood to it, but personally I prefer that (I prefer to wear a hat).
https://www.alphaindustries.com/alpha-ma-1-flight-...
Good quality, feels solidly put together, and exceptionally warm. No hood to it, but personally I prefer that (I prefer to wear a hat).
https://www.alphaindustries.com/alpha-ma-1-flight-...
So said:
Goaty Bill 2 said:
I suspect there will be varying views on the definition of the term 'formal' in this context.
I will admit in advance to having something of a fetish for overcoats and I will be doing my best to avoid buying one this year.
While I would be unlikely to wear one of my better overcoats with jeans, I would be even less likely to be wearing jeans in the first place.
That said, I think what you are wearing at any given time can 'de-formalise' most coats quickly enough? Would depend somewhat on colour and style of course. I favour wide lapel, back belted, double breasted myself.
Most modern coats aren't very heavy or warm in fact. Not when compared to overcoats of just 60-70 years ago.
Can you give us a visual clue as to what you see as too formal for (I assume) smart casual?
I tend to wear Crombie type coats for formal wear. Wool, single breasted, just above the knee.I will admit in advance to having something of a fetish for overcoats and I will be doing my best to avoid buying one this year.
While I would be unlikely to wear one of my better overcoats with jeans, I would be even less likely to be wearing jeans in the first place.
That said, I think what you are wearing at any given time can 'de-formalise' most coats quickly enough? Would depend somewhat on colour and style of course. I favour wide lapel, back belted, double breasted myself.
Most modern coats aren't very heavy or warm in fact. Not when compared to overcoats of just 60-70 years ago.
Can you give us a visual clue as to what you see as too formal for (I assume) smart casual?
I want something parka-like, but light and probably with a drawstring waist. The North Face does some nice shaped stuff, but I am wary that they have become a bit chavvy.
All my favourites have come from New & Lingwood, double breasted, big lapels and collars.
You could consider a well lined trench style rain coat (if you don't already have one). I have a couple from back when Bugatti (the German clothing company, not the Italian, (now German) car company) made classic styled trench coats - think Bogart's coat in the final scene of Casablanca (which was actually Aquascutum, not Burberry as has been often claimed).
A good one will 'dumb down' nicely with a casual look, yet give you something you can pull over your best suit and still look the part.
But given your stated preference, the Barbour above looks quite good.
Downside to wax jackets is that they can make a mess of lighter shade leather seats.
So said:
Gameface said:
Bought one these last week.
Nearly £500 off.
Absolutely fantastic coat. Can't recommend it highly enough!
https://www.mastrum.com/3-in-1-snow-parka-inc-mas1...
Also comes in grey if you prefer that.
Looks excellent value. I do wonder whether it;s a bit heavy for my requirement.Nearly £500 off.
Absolutely fantastic coat. Can't recommend it highly enough!
https://www.mastrum.com/3-in-1-snow-parka-inc-mas1...
Also comes in grey if you prefer that.
The quality is off the scale. So many pockets. You can detach the goggles etc. Comes with a torch!
I've been a fan of MA.STRUM for a while. They do some cracking stuff but hand on heart this the best coat I've ever owned. Knocks the st out of Stone Island or CP Company.
Edited by Gameface on Sunday 23 September 20:14
Gameface said:
So said:
Gameface said:
Bought one these last week.
Nearly £500 off.
Absolutely fantastic coat. Can't recommend it highly enough!
https://www.mastrum.com/3-in-1-snow-parka-inc-mas1...
Also comes in grey if you prefer that.
Looks excellent value. I do wonder whether it;s a bit heavy for my requirement.Nearly £500 off.
Absolutely fantastic coat. Can't recommend it highly enough!
https://www.mastrum.com/3-in-1-snow-parka-inc-mas1...
Also comes in grey if you prefer that.
The quality is off the scale. So many pockets. You can detach the goggles etc. Comes with a torch!
I've been a fan of MA.STRUM for a while. They do some cracking stuff but hand on heart this the best coat I've ever owned. Knocks the st out of Stone Island or CP Company.
If you like a country look and don’t want the waxed look, Dubarry have a nice range: https://www.dubarryboots.com/ballyfin-men-s-tweed-...
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