Jackets - Tweed, Wool ones?

[bitchstewie]

I've got a few trips coming up where a decent jacket may be a good idea.

I'm ignorant with the exact terminology of these things, suffice to say I'd prefer something that can be worn with work attire (shirt/trousers/oxfords/brogues) as well as jeans and a polo/shirt or whatever.

Thinking more Harris Tweed with a good fit than the Alan Partridge blazer look

Suggestions on online outlets or if it's worth a trip out (Bicester etc.)?

[Willy Nilly]

Tweed is rife in agriculture. You'll look like a dildo.

[bitchstewie]

Willy Nilly said:

Tweed is rife in agriculture. You'll look like a dildo.

I already do depending who you ask.

I should add I don't want to be looking like I've just walked out of of a country estate, but I'm not sure a "suit jacket" is the right thing.

Kind of thing in the first few rows here, but cheaper

http://www.gievesandhawkes.com/tailoring/jackets.h...

Edited by bhstewie on Friday 10th August 18:25

[djc206]

I have a herringbone tweed jacket that I think fits the description of what you’re after. It’s not farmer tweed and has a nice weight to it. I had mine made by a local tailor, I had a 3 piece made but the jacket on its own would be £200-250.

[bitchstewie]

djc206 said:

I have a herringbone tweed jacket that I think fits the description of what you’re after. It’s not farmer tweed and has a nice weight to it. I had mine made by a local tailor, I had a 3 piece made but the jacket on its own would be £200-250.

Seems about right though as ever there are bargains in sales.

Knowing where to look is mostly why I asked as there are, of course, some stinkers out there

[djc206]

bhstewie said:

Seems about right though as ever there are bargains in sales.

Knowing where to look is mostly why I asked as there are, of course, some stinkers out there

I’m not the right shape to be able to buy off the peg unfortunately so no sales for me.

[g3org3y]

I'd probably suggest a grey herringbone tweed. Probably the most usable and avoids you looking like a farmer.

Go for a slimmer cut for a more modern fit but leave enough space to be able to wear a decent thickness jumper underneath.

I have a lot of Harris Tweed. It makes up a decent proportion of my daily workwear in the autumn and winter.

[bitchstewie]

g3org3y said:

I'd probably suggest a grey herringbone tweed. Probably the most usable and avoids you looking like a farmer.

Go for a slimmer cut for a more modern fit but leave enough space to be able to wear a decent thickness jumper underneath.

I have a lot of Harris Tweed. It makes up a decent proportion of my daily workwear in the autumn and winter.

Do you have any recommendations on where to look please?

My understanding of Harris Tweed is that it isn't a make so much as a supplier who "certify" things others make using the product i.e. just because it says Harris Tweed doesn't mean there isn't a massive difference in quality of manufacture?

I've seen Harris Tweed jackets for £120 and £350 that, on a website, look identical.

[FiF]

You say Midlands, and online.

How about a trip to Armstrong's in Worcester. http://www.armstrongs.co.uk

Website is a bit of a mare but they have good choices in the shop, not just tweeds, you can even rock the Portillo look if you choose. Essentially lots of ideas and advice, proper gents outfitters.

Edited forgot to say, last jacket was the Digel Green and Navy Tweed, just seen it's now on sale. Bugger!

Edited by FiF on Saturday 11th August 09:16

[SVX]

As posted before herringbone or Donegal tweed is a lot less agricultural, and will go well with chinos and brogues or Derby shoes for business casual.

I've quite like the Savoy Tailors Guild outlets, now is a good time to buy as seasons are crossing over.

[Hoofy]

Having hung around PH for too long, I considered a tweed jacket. I then asked my gf. I am no longer considering a tweed jacket.

[anonymous-user]

I would go with a sports casual jacket, darker tweed can be a bit bit stuffy.





or lighter pattern.

[bitchstewie]

Hoofy said:

Having hung around PH for too long, I considered a tweed jacket. I then asked my gf. I am no longer considering a tweed jacket.

Yeah this is where not knowing fabrics inside and out can make it easy to sound a bit Partridge or Portillo like

Something like these look OK in so much as you can tell from a photo:

http://www.armstrongs.co.uk/mens-clothing-c5/mens-...
https://www.dobell.co.uk/dobell-grey-donegal-tweed...
https://www.dobell.co.uk/harris-tweed-green-with-b...

@glenrobbo - quite, as I said, conjures up all kinds of images.

[Hoofy]

bhstewie said:

Hoofy said:

Having hung around PH for too long, I considered a tweed jacket. I then asked my gf. I am no longer considering a tweed jacket.

Yeah this is where not knowing fabrics inside and out can make it easy to sound a bit Partridge or Portillo like

Something like these look OK in so much as you can tell from a photo:

http://www.armstrongs.co.uk/mens-clothing-c5/mens-...
https://www.dobell.co.uk/dobell-grey-donegal-tweed...
https://www.dobell.co.uk/harris-tweed-green-with-b...

1) nice
2) fine if boring
3) I'll end up single

[FiF]

Hoofy said:

bhstewie said:

Hoofy said:

Having hung around PH for too long, I considered a tweed jacket. I then asked my gf. I am no longer considering a tweed jacket.

Yeah this is where not knowing fabrics inside and out can make it easy to sound a bit Partridge or Portillo like

Something like these look OK in so much as you can tell from a photo:

http://www.armstrongs.co.uk/mens-clothing-c5/mens-...
https://www.dobell.co.uk/dobell-grey-donegal-tweed...
https://www.dobell.co.uk/harris-tweed-green-with-b...

1) nice
2) fine if boring
3) I'll end up single

1) that's the one I have, in navy.

[glenrobbo]

Here you go:



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HTH

[andy_s]

Hoofy said:

Having hung around PH for too long, I considered a tweed jacket. I then asked my gf. I am no longer considering a tweed jacket.

There's tweed that you get from somewhere Lord Poncenby-Smythe gets it and then there's tweed that is (was?) a fad of the hipster - a vintage cut with rough texture (and bloody roasting) featuring some nice colours in the range. My wife was unconvinced so I went with corduroy* instead which prompted even greater howls of derision - 'next big thing' says I...

( * Italian, deconstructed, no leatherette elbow pads or chalk dust)

[bitchstewie]

andy_s said:

there's tweed that is (was?) a fad of the hipster - a vintage cut with rough texture (and bloody roasting) featuring some nice colours in the range.

Sounds more like it and that's where photos make it harder to discern the "Sherlock Holmes" variety.

I'll try find somewhere locally with a decent range I think but even Birmingham was pretty ste other than "suit" jackets.

[Hoofy]

andy_s said:

Hoofy said:

Having hung around PH for too long, I considered a tweed jacket. I then asked my gf. I am no longer considering a tweed jacket.

There's tweed that you get from somewhere Lord Poncenby-Smythe gets it and then there's tweed that is (was?) a fad of the hipster - a vintage cut with rough texture (and bloody roasting) featuring some nice colours in the range. My wife was unconvinced so I went with corduroy* instead which prompted even greater howls of derision - 'next big thing' says I...

( * Italian, deconstructed, no leatherette elbow pads or chalk dust)

You need to rock it with some skinny blue combats and Chelsea boots. Carry a manbag and move to Shoreditch. Spend an hour everyday perfectly manicuring your beard.

[Armitage.Shanks]

Nothing wrong with tweed in my book. Just don't get one in the 'modern' short style that makes you look like Norman Wisdom