Do your body and your wardrobe a favour and invest in a decent overcoat for the fleeting winter months, at home and abroad.
The overcoat. It’s a funny thing. For many guys, it’s overly formal, and for others, it’s an essential part of their look. Whichever camp you’re in, it’s always good to have a decent overcoat in the wardrobe, just in case. With a timeless line, your overcoat will not only keep you warm but will also stay in style much longer than most of your ensemble. Because they’re such a fundamental in places that get truly cold at winter, an overcoat can also transition from formal to smart casually seamlessly, making investing in a decent coat a smart choice. Here are a few to ponder over.
Paul Smith: Men’s Sand Wool-Cashmere Overcoat
Fancy looking like a Wall Street broker straight out of American Psyco? You can’t pull it off without a camel-hued overcoat. Crafted in Italy from a super-soft wool and cashmere blend, the Paul Smith Sand Wool Cashmere Overcoat striking overcoat has a slim cut, a notch lapel with button fastening collar (in case you don’t have a plastic poncho handy), and split-colour Melton wool under the collar, which, yes, you may pop. A Khaki and black lining keeps things suitably formal.
Mr Porter: Prince of Wales Checked Wool-Blend Overcoat
For a look straight out of a Guy Richie flick, the Prince of Wales Checked Overcoat is both classic and fashion-forward. Made with a black, white and blue wool blend, it features a single vent, three internal pockets, a felted undercollar and front welt pockets for life’s little essentials.
Topman: “Leon” Herringbone Coat
Overcoats don’t have to blow the bank. The Leon Herringbone Coat from Topman not only looks slick on a night out or a frosty morning but ensures you stay toasty. With front button closures and lined side pockets, the exotic blend of natural and synthetic fibers used to make this coat ensure it’s warm and lightweight.
Loro Piana: Men’s Blue Bellrock Cashmere-blend Peacoat
If you’re going to buy a coat you plan to use for many a year to come, you might want to reach for the Men’s Blue Bellrock from Loro Piana, a brand that specializes in cashmere. Blended with virgin wool and a touch of nylon for strength, this classic peacoat features classic lapels and a double-breasted closure. You’ll find it goes as well as with jeans as it does with a shirt and suit pants.
Harris Wharf London: Classic Single-Breasted Coat
Another wallet-friendly option is Harris Wharf London’s single-breasted coat. Not only is it slimming, especially for wider guys, but its grey virgin wool, classic lapels, and long sleeves lend themselves to both a casual and formal look. Try it with dark jeans and decent shoes when hitting the town, or opt for a slightly larger size if you plan to wear it over a suit.
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