Aha! I always thought your inclination towards oxblood was a mere colour preference, but in this video lies the rub- and I completely agree. Boots are best in the winter, but pairing them with more formal garments can be a challenge. Lighter boots are too light, browns are too informal- and even a black boot has some of the connotations of workboots that ofc we want to avoid. The oxblood boot, though- the formality and rich propriety of the colour really helps to make a boot more elegant and distinguished in appearance. All that to say yes, when it comes to winter I will agree- claret is the top colour for your footwear :) Many thanks for an interesting and thorough video. I do so enjoy hearing about your wardrobe in particular.
Great content as ever. Diolch. My overcoat of choice is my trusty British Warm. Used throughout my Service and now in "retirement". Still looks immaculate after over 30 years of regular wear.
Very practical as well as very considered and relaxing. I'd love to see you do a video on umbrellas. A quality item I've been looking to purchase for a while.
Great points and advice, as usual. 1) I love corduroy trousers but I am surprised you did not mention another excellent option for cold weather: moleskin. 2) Talking about jeans, I could not agree more with you, a well-dressed man should NEVER wear those awful trousers; they belong to the great outdoors. 3) Great observation about T-shirts, they should be considered as underwear. 4) One excellent garment I would recommend is the classical turtleneck jumper, made either in wool/cashmere or cotton. Wishing you a great weekend. 👍
My most frequent cold weather outfit is scotch grain chukka boots, grey wool trousers, off-white lambswool roll neck and a wool navy blue peacoat. It can obviously be made warmer during extreme cold snaps with long johns, a thermal vest, wool socks, gloves and a hat..
Another excellent video Ash. As others have mentioned, you missed out moleskin, fantastic winter trousers, but I am stunned that the Pea Coat didn't get a mention. When it's raining, of course I reach for the Barbour, but on any other occasion I wear the beautifully cut, double breasted, military style Pea Coat for the warmth and style.
Last year I bought a long Loden coat. It was a game-changer! I was not too fond of the clash of wearing a casual winter parka over a suit and look forward to getting a lot of wear out of my coat.
I’ll be wearing my Wool & Alpaca double breasted overcoat again. It’s very heavy but the surface feel (I think it’s referred to as ‘the hand’) is so very soft. A pair of Dent leather gloves and maroon paisley pattern silk scarf and my grey Homburg, I should be toasty😁.
Another nice feature - thanks! The professional bespoke cobbler (😉) in me wishes to mention the possibility of adding very thin hard rubber soles *onto* leather soles, most specifically in such a way as to either be nigh-completely hidden by bevelling the edge or leaving the edges intact since 2mil won't show but offer additional grip and keep the leather sole itself from damage - combine this with hard rubber heel blocks which won't be evident optically one can have almost completely "proper" formal shoes for an evening in the city - of course this is not intended for "true" outdoor shoes. Corduroy, twill and flannels - nothing to say except: yes^^! Flannel shirts I own what feels a ton for informal winter wear specially and I even have a couple of chambray shirts... and for whatever reason, because I can't remember why, I have a chambray double breasted *coat...* 🤔🤨 My go-to for more insulation in the second layer has for years been the sweater vest because it's less floppy, less substantial and it leaves the arms free (as in: "in the shirt") so it's my preferred choice for working - remember those grinding wheels.😂 For home-wear I'm laughably retro and like my dress gowns in various thicknesses not because I save money heating very little but I heat as little as possible because the dry air causes me itching - of course I keep certain rooms heated where our cats preferably are - I'm not a cold hearted monster!😅 Tweed is *awesomely* retro! - 'nuff said! The overcoat has been maligned? Didn't notice, maybe I'm too much into those coats to notice this - I love my double breasted below knee length overcoats, I'm always gathering more, this year another double breasted in Navy and Grey - and of course during times like the current ones, the transitional "season", the *ever beloved* old style Burberrys, yes with the pre-1999 "s", Great War style trench-coat - has to be one of the best and most enduring items I own. Unlined leather gloves are extremely dapper and they suffice for most of the winter days here - love them and have them in essentially all the classical colours, from burgundy over black and the various browns, navy, light brown peccary to chamois yellow... upon reflection this is another field that bears similarity to my hat obsession... Oh well, hats... with September 15th having passed it's clearly felt hat season - and I love it though in recent years I have started acquiring a collection of high quality news-boy caps and flat-caps from the likes of Sterkowski of Warsaw (excellent ante- and inter-bellum cut caps) and Diefenthal of Cologne - keeps one marvellously warm with a slightly reduced profile but most importantly unlike virtually all of my 30+ beloved felt hats they can be collapsed and carried in a pocket if need be. Scarf-wise I'd also add silk scarfs for the colder mornings in autumn, especially if you're a commuter like me. Best regards Raoul G. Kunz
I like the autumn months - an excuse to wear tweed jackets after the summer’s linen, my Loake brogue boots, a Barbour coat, or on dry, cold days, my overcoat. I have corduroy, moleskin and woollen trousers for the colder months - I have a couple of pairs of plaid woollen trousers which I like with a blue blazer. For really cold weather I have a sailor’s style duffle coat, which is incredibly warm. Scarf, leather gloves and a tweed cap - and I’m good to go!
A dress leather boot, in a medium brown, with full broguing and a dainite sole, is my first choice in footwear once the wet weather of November arrives, and can be worn right up until the beginning of spring. Besides wool flannel trousers, or corduroys, I enjoy wearing a medium or heavy weight tweed trouser once the cooler weather is upon us. -Tweed pants, if properly lined, are extremely comfortable, and keep one as warm as a tweed jacket at this time of the year. A wool cardigan with a shawl collar is one of the quintessential items I reach for, Ash, when the frost is on the pumpkin. -I also like to wear a thin cardigan, without the shawl collar, as a layering piece under a navy blazer or a tweed sport coat in the autumn. -It provides added warmth, can contribute visual interest in terms of colour and texture, and extends the wearability of a sport coat without an overcoat by at least several weeks, if not a month. My Burberry trench coat, which has a removable wool lining, makes it wearable from the early fall right up until when the snow flies. And when the snow does fly, and winter is truly upon us, I reach for my vintage Crombie of Scotland camel's hair coat in navy. A variety of tweed flat caps, and my Stetson grey fur felt fedora, keep my head warm and dry until the Canadian winter arrives, and then I opt for a black lamb's wool Russian papakha, which not only adds about three inches to my height, but is the warmest hat I've ever worn, even in sub-zero temperatures and a fierce wind. A variety of scarfs, in wool, cashmere, and silk backed with wool, add colour and create visual interest while protecting the neck and chest in the autumn and winter months. Here in Canada, if the weather calls for gloves, at the very least it calls for gloves lined with wool or cashmere, and one may require a fur lined option in the dead of winter. I walk downtown for an hour each day, twelve months of the year, but even on the coldest, windiest winter days, I stay warm, dry, and stylish, without having to resort to the sort of attire that really belongs on a ski hill.
Thank you for your great videos. They are very informative and smart. as professional stylist myself I respect and admire what you are doing to share your knowledge of essential Menswear. Good shoes are crucial and I also depend highly on my tweed vests with patch pockets for a smart functioning good looking style.
Morning Sir . As per your normal form tip top content. Just for once I was ahead of you re my style choices We were in York a while since and in a "rather nice "clothes shop I asked the lady for some eight whale cords Up to that point she had never heard of that classification! I hope that "Neddy and Dobin "appreciate your sartorial choices as you will no doubt perform that all to frequent clean up task Like you style Ash now "back on the case "post cruise . Keep it coming my improving style thanks you
As for potentially wet weather footwear beyond the “commando” rubber sole I would include a waterproof “Norwegian” welt shoe construction. It provides an additional barrier to water seeping inside the boot or dress derby. It increases the visual mass slightly but still looks elegant and extends the shoes utility.
Lovely video Ash. I have several slipovers in basic colors. I am still looking for a Faire Isle one but be I am picky with the pattern and color combination. In Autumn I like to wear a shawl collared cardigan over a dress shirt like a jacket or a blazer and go outside.
Great video. Not sure if this has already been mentioned however I believe flannel trousers tend to be made of wool. At least all my pairs from John Lewis and M&S are.
Cavalry twill? I have a pair of trousers in the material. Drapes beautifully and works well with a good blazer or sports-jacket. Gloves? I have a couple of civvy pairs to go with my overcoat and trench - but the best are ..... the CS95 gloves issued to me in the Royal Navy. Fantastic quality! Good video.
Great as ever Ash. How about a video exclusively on how to smartly wear a scarf - there are so many options and they don’t all look good. Perhaps your viewers might benefit from some advice?
Here in Canada a chap would be smart to have a driver pull up close so as to avoid an extended stay outdoors. Snow falls of 25 cm with drifts and wind chills below -20 C make wearing a heavily insulated parka with the hood drawn over a wool watch cap or balaclava common. Still love an insulated oiled Barbour jacket over a heavy wool sweater, flat cap with ear flaps and the all important wool scarf when the arctic weather is at bay.
Concur with every thing on this list. I don't have a need for a trench, but I live for Fall/Winter so I can wear my Barbour Border coat! Keeping my eyes open for a decent fair isle sweater. Footwear: Wolverine 1,000-mile Goodyear welted boots. Loake brogue boots on nicer days. Suede Chelseas. I need to expand my trousers and considering the smaller whale corduroy; I love the Peter Christian selection. Orvis has great inventory too. Great installment. Cheers from Missouri!
My question is how to wear a trench coat and fedora and not look costume like or inspector gadget like ??? With a flat cap sure. Or how about with a peacoat ? I usually wear a wool watch cap with that.
On the more casual side, I've been wearing my retro M-1951 US Army wool pants in the fall, my dress wools are much thinner. I am excited to wear my new fishermen jumper and British knit jumper, as well as the old standby of Commando jumper. I have a number of vintage Pendleton wool shirts which will be layered with a cotton Filson vest. Ash, I can get you Canadian military "commando" sweaters all day long. They cost about $20 at our local surplus shop in black, green, and aqua. They have wool and newer acrylic ones. most are V neck style.
Hello Ash, I have been in Scottland recently and there I have bought a Deerstalker Hat of Tweed. I used to think that this is old fashioned and maybe it is but the person who has created it, has put a lot of thought into it. From my perspective this cap protects well against wind and cold. What are your thoughts? Greetings. Satoshi
Semi-off topical reply here: I gave a nice tweed Deerstalker to my father in-law since he's a fan of Sherlock Holmes (even though he wears a Deerstalker only in "the Hound of Baskerville" if I remember correctly... the power of 60s adaptions at work here...) as a Birthday present and he wears if often in winter - this was a gimmicky gift originally but he loves it and it's versatile and fairly protective - not to the level of an Ushanka though. For me it's too "outdoorsy", I prefer my newsboy caps or even my less formal fedoras. And if it's abysmally cold: out comes the East German Army officers Ushanka. Best regards Raoul G. Kunz
They are nice hats, although they stray somewhat into the eccentricity zone these days. The same practical effect can be achieved by a hat with less personality for me.
Rubber soles for dress shoes in the winter time quite important. One character in a particular twilight zone episode died because he wore leather sole dress shoes on wet pavement during a rain. The character was actually complaining about his shoe soles being leather slippery before he died.
Heading into my season autumn. I am a tweed man and big Barbour fan. I have the Boufort and i have a gamefair that i purchased in 1984 and it is still in service. Fadora and flat cap for me. Cheers Ron
Barbour are great, but you have to check, as not all their products are made in UK Not a fan of the overcoat, but prefer a peacoat, all wool or cashmere Private White VC make a great offering
As a child I always wondered how people could go ount into a harsh winter in anything other than a heavy parka, then as an adult I manged to find a womderful wool overcoat in a vintage shop. Keeps me cozy and warm.
Long sleeve T-shirts are a great base for layering when it is very cold. I have two hats for extreme cold, a sort of Russian style flat hat that is like the military cap, but heavier, and a rabbit fur hunter's or trappers hat with ear flaps. Leather jackets can look nice also, but not a motorcycle jacket. I think cavalry twill is heavier than anything we can get in the US. Looks like a great idea. Great video.
Cavalry Twill is real "old fogey"s" clothing. I used to have a boss who wore these all the time. I'm 72 and that's the last thing I'd wear. On the other hand, cotton moleskin trousers or jeans are a favourite of mine, especially in cooler weather. I also like to wear a sleeveless gilet under the Barbour jacket when it's really cold.
I love my boots and jackets etc.. however, I must be a bit 'weird' as far as body temperature goes. I'm a Yorkshire lad (well, nearly 50) and, where I am typing this, it's 6 degrees with a 'real feel' of 3 degrees and I'm wearing shorts and T Shirt. I haven't had long trousers or long sleeves on since March. I really wish, at times, I felt the cold a little more as I prefer Autumn/winter clothing - I have a wardrobe full of really nice jumpers etc.. but I just don't get the wear out of them that I should. I'm a 'Barbour Jacket' guy, too, but for gloves then Dents are my choice - I'm hoping I'll get my moneys worth out of them as I get older 😂
Great video as always. What do you think of henley shirts? I live in an area where it isn't cold for a long time and I don't like wearing t-shirts outside, either (except when I am running, exercising, etc.).
I have 2 Sub jumpers (Arthur Beale and North Sea Clothing) and love them, but they are reserved for the deepest parts of the winter, where the temps reach well below 0.
Good afternoon Ash, my name is Ted. I wanted to say, Great video today. However, I would strongly disagree with you regarding the wearing of cotton t-shirts in the winter months. I encourage the wearing of merino wool t-shirts. Cotton absorbs way too much moisture. Wool however, maintains around 80% of its insulation value even when wet. I personally wear merino wool year round. And I live in central Minnesota. Thanks you for the insightful, entertaining and educational content. Your channel has been very helpful and I appreciate that very much. Take care.
Ash I am considering a pair of chukka boots and can’t decide between the Crockett and Jones Chiltern or the Loake Pimlico. Both will give me a similar look, the loake is around half the price which makes me think it would meet my needs, and maybe save my Crockett and jones purchase for the future to get the Islay boot?
I have the Tricker's C Shade Malton Commando boots, very good for Scandinavian winters! However, I prefer my Stow Espresso with Dainite soles. Brisbane Moss Corduroy, Moleskin and Fox Flannel trousers are excellent choices for autumn and winter! I'm more careful about wearing my Cavalry Twills as they are a bit more prone to staining. I like tattersall, denim and chambray shirts but avoids the Seattle Twin Peaks/Nirvana vibe of Flannel shirts. Tweed hacking jackets and Chrysalis field jackets are fantastic! I don't wear T-shirts at my current age (mid- 50s). Not a big fan of a blue collar chore jacket. A Safari jacket would be considerable more stylish.
Alberta Canada, my style is a little more western leaning. I do love my flannel shirts plain as well as pattern depending on the occasion. Pants these days I generally stick to chinos. For a dry, colder weather I have an insulated oilskin vest. If it's raining or snowing I'll go to my oilskin duster which covers down to my shins and layer as required. As a bonus if I need to the lower end "splits" and acts almost like chaps. I am thinking of getting the oil skin ranger coat. (Shorter version of the duster) Although I do have an extremely insulated work coat, I don't like wearing it. I prefer to layer up. My hats of course I have felt western (cowboy) hat, a felt Tilley (fedora) and a couple flat caps. I only own one baseball hat now as my youngest daughter gave it to me, which I next to never wear. Gloves, I agree nothing beats a good pair of leather gloves, they out perform most other work gloves even. Foot wear for myself pretty much never changes from the usual. Western (cowboy) boots and a well polished "tactical" boot. All I do if needed is switch to thicker wool socks. I do carry a pair of gaiters rolled up in my bag if the weather turns extremely bad and I have to be out in it for extended amounts of time. Thank you for the video and a few more great ideas!!! Cheers 🤠 🥃
@@TheChapsGuide I use too when I was younger and working on the farm. These days unfortunately I'm living in a city and it's just not practical. I had moved into the city to work a career in corrections, still not sure why 🤷 Having said that I spend every moment I can working outside most of the time using quads or trucks these days, or up in the mountains hiking / mountaineering. Where I still opt for the oilskin over newer style jackets. Once my youngest daughter who has down syndrome is ready, I will get us out riding horses. I do miss those days!!
I agree on all what you said. But I have a question regarding the head. The ears, more precisely. I do have a flatcap with ear flaps for really cold days, but are there more formal options besides elegantly frozen off ears? I don't have a car, so public transport and bicycle are my only options to get from a to b, which means I'm exposed to the elements quite a bit.
@@RaoulKunz1 yes, it's great when it gets really cold. I used to have one, made of rabbit fur... unfortunately it go damaged by moths. Fortunately, on the other hand, that was the only item they ate in my warderobe.
@@PotsdamSenior Mine is a Vintage East German Officer's item that an uncle of mine from behind the Iron Curtain "liberated" by keeping it when the GDR disolved itself into the FGR... eerr... he essentially *stole* all personal items issued to a Major since he felt the State had been a horrible employer anyway...😂 That's how I came to own this historically interesting though most assuredly horribly toxic Item.🙄 It's warm... Best regards Raoul G. Kunz
Peacoats are very lovely, but I'm glad this video didn't have more coats! There was a lot covered here, a talk on coats in general might be a good shout if not already covered
@@davedove67 I found a great deal on suede 'bomber style' jackets from a company that was going bankrupt. Great quality and fit. I bought 3 of them in different colors, dark and light tan and black. I cannot tell you the compliments I get, especially worn with nice slacks, dress shoes, and a Trilbury hat. I love the suede but yes, check the weather!
For me, personally there are two styles for the winter and autumn, which I want to add to my wardrobe in the future one being something for me personally very casual which I would probably mostly wear at home a Carmine red pullover and be corduroys probably in combination with suit loafers or house shoes that match the colour of the pullover the outside alternative would be a brown tweet suit though as I personally cannot abide the sports jacket at all no matter of tweet or not I would really still go even though I know it’s pretty unusual with a peak Lapal Single breasted brown Harris tweed suit something I also very much like the look of though the main problem of it is it really not being very practical it’s just normal thin wall double breasted peak lapel suit in my case of pinstriped with a double breasted long wall overcoat with a large lapel as possible, which is one may have noticed is a general preference of mine some Derby boots though with plane toes in a nice chocolatey brown or black black probably better fitting for the winter time though I generally find black kind of boring and of course surrounding the whole thing up it should ideally be combined to either a walking streak perfection but again not very useful or an umbrella and last at least a hat I would very much love to just wear a beautiful top hat and antique one in the best case in public the neither do I have one yet nor what are they wearing one yet but at some point when I feel ready for it and have the opportunity to buy one I think I will wear one until then I’m gonna stick with my homework for this style of clothing
@@MyRackley it actually is even though rather unconventionally in this kind of use case just a city suit something to sit in a leather armchair and read or go for a city walk with
Shoes, sure. Have some and don't have much ice and snow here. Still way too hot for any such season looks. I don't know what the conversion is to metric countries, but I guess take your temperature and double it??? Trousers that which according to Gazette yestiddy is the cords were ALSO work wear until the 20s or something, but I don't know if the thinner whips are really MORE formal except that here they are largely the domain of private school boys around the age of 10 and the wide ones were mostly just for retro hipsters 30 yrs ago and now they've caught on again or something so I'm neigh the ONLY one still wearing them w' my tweed jackies? The flannel ones I don't see cotton much, just wool for office casual at dept. store?
I think you're comparing chambray and poplin; which, like canvas and denim are really NEITHER that warm because can come in thicker weights but are neigh BRUSHED like true flannel.
WET cotton is also basically worthless. I don't prefer printed t-shirts over other types of shirts, but I still not always layering with them when too hot for pants, etc.
@@TheChapsGuide Owning pre owned is great. I was thinking more about natural materials. It seems impossible today finding garments made 100% natural. A lot of companies lie about this as well. I've never found a single piece in fact that didn't at least have a little bit of plastic in it.
Flannel is a soft woven fabric, of varying fineness. Flannel was originally made from carded wool or worsted yarn, but is now often made from either wool, cotton, or synthetic fiber. Flannel is commonly used to make tartan clothing, blankets, bed sheets, sleepwear, and several other uses.
None of your suggestions provide an option for covering the ears and cheeks. When it gets really cold in Canada I opt for a toque and a parka with a snorkel hood, preferably with a wolverine fringe (sorry animal lovers). Under less severe conditions a toque with a warm hoodie. Gloves, lined or not, are useless outdoors for more than a few minutes. Mittens with thick insulation are a minimum requirement. If you ever find yourself shoveling a driveway at -20 C with a -30 C windchill you’ll appreciate what I’m talking about. Your outfits would generally work in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia or southern Vancouver Island, but otherwise not a great choice. Anyway, just food for thought from the Great White North.🇨🇦
My suggestions are centred on my own environment sir. The extremes of Canada are another situation altogether and sound horrendous. Have you considered moving to a more hospitable climate?
@@TheChapsGuide As the saying goes, “There is no bad weather, only bad clothes.” Canada is a great place to live with nice springs, summers and autumns. Winter is also a great season and, If it drags on, I can go down to Florida or Arizona for a break. I’ve been to the United Kingdom and Ireland and I’m pretty sure there are times and places where being able to protect your face and ears from the elements would be beneficial so maybe this is something to factor in to a future video. Anyway, a very interesting perspective from your side of the pond and keep up the good work!
I love the design of the peackery glove though I don’t need some special letter just usual good quality one will do can you recommend something in that direction?
One item you missed out on for casual wear. A classic leather bomber jacket. I picked one up at the local Salvation Army store for twenty five bucks! Make sure you get one with a gathered back and snap cuffs. It will last a lifetime.
I'm surprised there's no mention of moleskin trousers here. There's a nice range at M&S, mostly in autumnal colours. But I suppose Ash only shops in Savile Row.👖. I have a nice leather-trimmed fleece sleeveless blouson in an oatmeal colour which I bought in France by a company called Aigle, who are the French equivalent of Barbour. It works very well as a mid-layer. It might be an idea to look into leather waistcoats - i.e. the ones one sees cowboys wearing. Could go well under a Barbour Bedale Trenchcoat. Nice to see Cordings are still in business with Eric Clapton's support. That Chambray shirt looks nice. 👍
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As the temperature drops, the Peacoat is likely my first choice as causal outerwear, alongside brogue boots. I still wear dark denim anyway 😅
If wearing denim, dark wash is the way to go. I love the "Dark Hollow" color from Levi.
I wear dark denim too, in my woodshop or when wrenching on me boike....
Yay ! Colder weather means I can wear my tweed jackets, flat caps and Trilby hats
Cavalry twill is really underrated. Yet they are sturdy and warm.
One might add MOLESKIN to the list.
Aha! I always thought your inclination towards oxblood was a mere colour preference, but in this video lies the rub- and I completely agree.
Boots are best in the winter, but pairing them with more formal garments can be a challenge. Lighter boots are too light, browns are too informal- and even a black boot has some of the connotations of workboots that ofc we want to avoid.
The oxblood boot, though- the formality and rich propriety of the colour really helps to make a boot more elegant and distinguished in appearance.
All that to say yes, when it comes to winter I will agree- claret is the top colour for your footwear :)
Many thanks for an interesting and thorough video. I do so enjoy hearing about your wardrobe in particular.
Great content as ever. Diolch. My overcoat of choice is my trusty British Warm. Used throughout my Service and now in "retirement". Still looks immaculate after over 30 years of regular wear.
Very practical as well as very considered and relaxing. I'd love to see you do a video on umbrellas. A quality item I've been looking to purchase for a while.
Great points and advice, as usual. 1) I love corduroy trousers but I am surprised you did not mention another excellent option for cold weather: moleskin. 2) Talking about jeans, I could not agree more with you, a well-dressed man should NEVER wear those awful trousers; they belong to the great outdoors. 3) Great observation about T-shirts, they should be considered as underwear. 4) One excellent garment I would recommend is the classical turtleneck jumper, made either in wool/cashmere or cotton. Wishing you a great weekend. 👍
Yep - moleskin is fab. I wear it all the time in winter. James Meade is my usual supplier.
Moleskin trousers like jeans are British work trousers before denim came from the USA.
My most frequent cold weather outfit is scotch grain chukka boots, grey wool trousers, off-white lambswool roll neck and a wool navy blue peacoat. It can obviously be made warmer during extreme cold snaps with long johns, a thermal vest, wool socks, gloves and a hat..
I inherited a beautiful camel London Fog overcoat. Loads of compliments!
I most certainly agree with cemented construction dress boots and shoes are best for winter seasons
I do avoid cemented construction in footwear. Goodyear welted boots and shoes will last a lifetime and will keep ones feet dry.
Another excellent video Ash.
As others have mentioned, you missed out moleskin, fantastic winter trousers, but I am stunned that the Pea Coat didn't get a mention. When it's raining, of course I reach for the Barbour, but on any other occasion I wear the beautifully cut, double breasted, military style Pea Coat for the warmth and style.
Last year I bought a long Loden coat. It was a game-changer! I was not too fond of the clash of wearing a casual winter parka over a suit and look forward to getting a lot of wear out of my coat.
Good !
I just commisioned a Tweed 3 piece
I cleaned and put my summer shoes away yesterday, farewell my friends see you in six months. 🥾👞
I’ll be wearing my Wool & Alpaca double breasted overcoat again. It’s very heavy but the surface feel (I think it’s referred to as ‘the hand’) is so very soft. A pair of Dent leather gloves and maroon paisley pattern silk scarf and my grey Homburg, I should be toasty😁.
Another nice feature - thanks!
The professional bespoke cobbler (😉) in me wishes to mention the possibility of adding very thin hard rubber soles *onto* leather soles, most specifically in such a way as to either be nigh-completely hidden by bevelling the edge or leaving the edges intact since 2mil won't show but offer additional grip and keep the leather sole itself from damage - combine this with hard rubber heel blocks which won't be evident optically one can have almost completely "proper" formal shoes for an evening in the city - of course this is not intended for "true" outdoor shoes.
Corduroy, twill and flannels - nothing to say except: yes^^!
Flannel shirts I own what feels a ton for informal winter wear specially and I even have a couple of chambray shirts... and for whatever reason, because I can't remember why, I have a chambray double breasted *coat...* 🤔🤨
My go-to for more insulation in the second layer has for years been the sweater vest because it's less floppy, less substantial and it leaves the arms free (as in: "in the shirt") so it's my preferred choice for working - remember those grinding wheels.😂
For home-wear I'm laughably retro and like my dress gowns in various thicknesses not because I save money heating very little but I heat as little as possible because the dry air causes me itching - of course I keep certain rooms heated where our cats preferably are - I'm not a cold hearted monster!😅
Tweed is *awesomely* retro! - 'nuff said!
The overcoat has been maligned? Didn't notice, maybe I'm too much into those coats to notice this - I love my double breasted below knee length overcoats, I'm always gathering more, this year another double breasted in Navy and Grey - and of course during times like the current ones, the transitional "season", the *ever beloved* old style Burberrys, yes with the pre-1999 "s", Great War style trench-coat - has to be one of the best and most enduring items I own.
Unlined leather gloves are extremely dapper and they suffice for most of the winter days here - love them and have them in essentially all the classical colours, from burgundy over black and the various browns, navy, light brown peccary to chamois yellow... upon reflection this is another field that bears similarity to my hat obsession...
Oh well, hats... with September 15th having passed it's clearly felt hat season - and I love it though in recent years I have started acquiring a collection of high quality news-boy caps and flat-caps from the likes of Sterkowski of Warsaw (excellent ante- and inter-bellum cut caps) and Diefenthal of Cologne - keeps one marvellously warm with a slightly reduced profile but most importantly unlike virtually all of my 30+ beloved felt hats they can be collapsed and carried in a pocket if need be.
Scarf-wise I'd also add silk scarfs for the colder mornings in autumn, especially if you're a commuter like me.
Best regards
Raoul G. Kunz
In the case of trousers, flannel is most often form of wool not cotton (the pants in the photos are definitely not cotton).
I like the autumn months - an excuse to wear tweed jackets after the summer’s linen, my Loake brogue boots, a Barbour coat, or on dry, cold days, my overcoat. I have corduroy, moleskin and woollen trousers for the colder months - I have a couple of pairs of plaid woollen trousers which I like with a blue blazer. For really cold weather I have a sailor’s style duffle coat, which is incredibly warm. Scarf, leather gloves and a tweed cap - and I’m good to go!
A dress leather boot, in a medium brown, with full broguing and a dainite sole, is my first choice in footwear once the wet weather of November arrives, and can be worn right up until the beginning of spring.
Besides wool flannel trousers, or corduroys, I enjoy wearing a medium or heavy weight tweed trouser once the cooler weather is upon us. -Tweed pants, if properly lined, are extremely comfortable, and keep one as warm as a tweed jacket at this time of the year.
A wool cardigan with a shawl collar is one of the quintessential items I reach for, Ash, when the frost is on the pumpkin. -I also like to wear a thin cardigan, without the shawl collar, as a layering piece under a navy blazer or a tweed sport coat in the autumn. -It provides added warmth, can contribute visual interest in terms of colour and texture, and extends the wearability of a sport coat without an overcoat by at least several weeks, if not a month.
My Burberry trench coat, which has a removable wool lining, makes it wearable from the early fall right up until when the snow flies. And when the snow does fly, and winter is truly upon us, I reach for my vintage Crombie of Scotland camel's hair coat in navy.
A variety of tweed flat caps, and my Stetson grey fur felt fedora, keep my head warm and dry until the Canadian winter arrives, and then I opt for a black lamb's wool Russian papakha, which not only adds about three inches to my height, but is the warmest hat I've ever worn, even in sub-zero temperatures and a fierce wind.
A variety of scarfs, in wool, cashmere, and silk backed with wool, add colour and create visual interest while protecting the neck and chest in the autumn and winter months.
Here in Canada, if the weather calls for gloves, at the very least it calls for gloves lined with wool or cashmere, and one may require a fur lined option in the dead of winter.
I walk downtown for an hour each day, twelve months of the year, but even on the coldest, windiest winter days, I stay warm, dry, and stylish, without having to resort to the sort of attire that really belongs on a ski hill.
A formidable wardrobe indeed. You are ready for anything with that collection of clothing!
Thank you for your great videos. They are very informative and smart. as professional stylist myself I respect and admire what you are doing to share your knowledge of essential Menswear. Good shoes are crucial and I also depend highly on my tweed vests with patch pockets for a smart functioning good looking style.
Morning Sir .
As per your normal form tip top content. Just for once I was ahead of you re my style choices We were in York a while since and in a "rather nice "clothes shop I asked the lady for some eight whale cords Up to that point she had never heard of that classification!
I hope that "Neddy and Dobin "appreciate your sartorial choices as you will no doubt perform that all to frequent clean up task
Like you style Ash now "back on the case "post cruise .
Keep it coming my improving style thanks you
As for potentially wet weather footwear beyond the “commando” rubber sole I would include a waterproof “Norwegian” welt shoe construction. It provides an additional barrier to water seeping inside the boot or dress derby. It increases the visual mass slightly but still looks elegant and extends the shoes utility.
i like wearing moleskin dress trousers in the cooler months, i have a couple of pairs of peter christian trousers in Loden and pine colours :)
Nice to see photo of you in hone town of Eastbourne....hopefully you enjoyed...
I did!
My Oxford Blue wax jacket was bought from the Queen at Sandringham.
It's a classic, never out of style. A bit more room than Barbour.
Thank you. I learned a lot.
Lovely video Ash. I have several slipovers in basic colors. I am still looking for a Faire Isle one but be I am picky with the pattern and color combination. In Autumn I like to wear a shawl collared cardigan over a dress shirt like a jacket or a blazer and go outside.
Great video. Not sure if this has already been mentioned however I believe flannel trousers tend to be made of wool. At least all my pairs from John Lewis and M&S are.
Great vid ‘ol chap!!!!
Cavalry twill? I have a pair of trousers in the material. Drapes beautifully and works well with a good blazer or sports-jacket.
Gloves? I have a couple of civvy pairs to go with my overcoat and trench - but the best are ..... the CS95 gloves issued to me in the Royal Navy. Fantastic quality!
Good video.
Great as ever Ash. How about a video exclusively on how to smartly wear a scarf - there are so many options and they don’t all look good. Perhaps your viewers might benefit from some advice?
Here in Canada a chap would be smart to have a driver pull up close so as to avoid an extended stay outdoors. Snow falls of 25 cm with drifts and wind chills below -20 C make wearing a heavily insulated parka with the hood drawn over a wool watch cap or balaclava common. Still love an insulated oiled Barbour jacket over a heavy wool sweater, flat cap with ear flaps and the all important wool scarf when the arctic weather is at bay.
Barbour jackets are suited to more temperate climates, but it's always possible to layer with thermal underwear and vest, etc.
Concur with every thing on this list. I don't have a need for a trench, but I live for Fall/Winter so I can wear my Barbour Border coat! Keeping my eyes open for a decent fair isle sweater. Footwear: Wolverine 1,000-mile Goodyear welted boots. Loake brogue boots on nicer days. Suede Chelseas. I need to expand my trousers and considering the smaller whale corduroy; I love the Peter Christian selection. Orvis has great inventory too. Great installment. Cheers from Missouri!
excellent advice thank you.
Here on the Oregon coast, we live in the land of Goretex and fleece. I save the Merino wool for special occsaions.
Treated myself to a Fair isle pattern slipover from Drakes last week. Not cheap but likely to see lots of action this and several winters ahead.
My question is how to wear a trench coat and fedora and not look costume like or inspector gadget like ??? With a flat cap sure. Or how about with a peacoat ? I usually wear a wool watch cap with that.
got myself a new hat from Christy's hats in london, wool felt to stay warm. camel color.
next, i'm getting a beaver fur
On the more casual side, I've been wearing my retro M-1951 US Army wool pants in the fall, my dress wools are much thinner. I am excited to wear my new fishermen jumper and British knit jumper, as well as the old standby of Commando jumper. I have a number of vintage Pendleton wool shirts which will be layered with a cotton Filson vest.
Ash, I can get you Canadian military "commando" sweaters all day long. They cost about $20 at our local surplus shop in black, green, and aqua. They have wool and newer acrylic ones. most are V neck style.
Hello Ash, I have been in Scottland recently and there I have bought a Deerstalker Hat of Tweed. I used to think that this is old fashioned and maybe it is but the person who has created it, has put a lot of thought into it. From my perspective this cap protects well against wind and cold. What are your thoughts? Greetings. Satoshi
Semi-off topical reply here: I gave a nice tweed Deerstalker to my father in-law since he's a fan of Sherlock Holmes (even though he wears a Deerstalker only in "the Hound of Baskerville" if I remember correctly... the power of 60s adaptions at work here...) as a Birthday present and he wears if often in winter - this was a gimmicky gift originally but he loves it and it's versatile and fairly protective - not to the level of an Ushanka though.
For me it's too "outdoorsy", I prefer my newsboy caps or even my less formal fedoras.
And if it's abysmally cold: out comes the East German Army officers Ushanka.
Best regards
Raoul G. Kunz
They are nice hats, although they stray somewhat into the eccentricity zone these days. The same practical effect can be achieved by a hat with less personality for me.
Rubber soles for dress shoes in the winter time quite important. One character in a particular twilight zone episode died because he wore leather sole dress shoes on wet pavement during a rain. The character was actually complaining about his shoe soles being leather slippery before he died.
Heading into my season autumn. I am a tweed man and big Barbour fan. I have the Boufort and i have a gamefair that i purchased in 1984 and it is still in service. Fadora and flat cap for me. Cheers Ron
Try a "Deerstalker" hat. Very becoming!
@@adrianwalker2833 I have One.
I need a wide brimmed rain hat without looking like I work on an outback farm.
I tend to kep thick flannel for work wear. I'll wear a sweater if I'm cold
Barbour are great, but you have to check, as not all their products are made in UK Not a fan of the overcoat, but prefer a peacoat, all wool or cashmere Private White VC make a great offering
As a child I always wondered how people could go ount into a harsh winter in anything other than a heavy parka, then as an adult I manged to find a womderful wool overcoat in a vintage shop. Keeps me cozy and warm.
Long sleeve T-shirts are a great base for layering when it is very cold.
I have two hats for extreme cold, a sort of Russian style flat hat that is like the military cap, but heavier, and a rabbit fur hunter's or trappers hat with ear flaps.
Leather jackets can look nice also, but not a motorcycle jacket.
I think cavalry twill is heavier than anything we can get in the US. Looks like a great idea.
Great video.
Cavalry Twill is real "old fogey"s" clothing. I used to have a boss who wore these all the time. I'm 72 and that's the last thing I'd wear. On the other hand, cotton moleskin trousers or jeans are a favourite of mine, especially in cooler weather. I also like to wear a sleeveless gilet under the Barbour jacket when it's really cold.
Welcome Back !!
what would be your advise for a warm jacket for muscular/wide, but short guys? I always think that coats are looking stupid on me cause of my height.
Merino wool socks, boxer briefs and shirts! Mmmm!
Start with the thermal long-johns and you can delay switching the heating on for a couple of months !
Win win all round...
I enjoy cooler weather, as the boots and jackets can come out of storage. I have a new tweed jacket on the way.
Thank you
Moleskin, made in UK is a go to winter wear
"Hoggs of Fife" have very decent Moleskin trousers.
For those who find cavalry twill too insulating in the autumn, whipcord gives a similar look without being so heavy.
I'll be breaking out my Jaeger peacoat, or on a colder day my Schott leather version.
I love my boots and jackets etc.. however, I must be a bit 'weird' as far as body temperature goes. I'm a Yorkshire lad (well, nearly 50) and, where I am typing this, it's 6 degrees with a 'real feel' of 3 degrees and I'm wearing shorts and T Shirt. I haven't had long trousers or long sleeves on since March. I really wish, at times, I felt the cold a little more as I prefer Autumn/winter clothing - I have a wardrobe full of really nice jumpers etc.. but I just don't get the wear out of them that I should. I'm a 'Barbour Jacket' guy, too, but for gloves then Dents are my choice - I'm hoping I'll get my moneys worth out of them as I get older 😂
Love the utility jacket though
Great video as always. What do you think of henley shirts? I live in an area where it isn't cold for a long time and I don't like wearing t-shirts outside, either (except when I am running, exercising, etc.).
Henleys are good. I have a few and use them to layer with other outerwear.
Ps: oak lodge looking great!
Enjoy autum
Excellent advice as always Ash. Any thoughts on the roll neck submariner style of jumper?
I have 2 Sub jumpers (Arthur Beale and North Sea Clothing) and love them, but they are reserved for the deepest parts of the winter, where the temps reach well below 0.
Great video! I'm looking to invest in a quality trench coat, do you have any particular recommendations?
Well, Burberry is the elite option, but many brands have a similar offering.
@@TheChapsGuide Thanks, sounds like a good place from which to start some research.
Good afternoon Ash, my name is Ted. I wanted to say,
Great video today. However, I would strongly disagree with you regarding the wearing of cotton t-shirts in the winter months. I encourage the wearing of merino wool t-shirts. Cotton absorbs way too much moisture. Wool however, maintains around 80% of its insulation value even when wet. I personally wear merino wool year round. And I live in central Minnesota. Thanks you for the insightful, entertaining and educational content. Your channel has been very helpful and I appreciate that very much. Take care.
Ash I am considering a pair of chukka boots and can’t decide between the Crockett and Jones Chiltern or the Loake Pimlico. Both will give me a similar look, the loake is around half the price which makes me think it would meet my needs, and maybe save my Crockett and jones purchase for the future to get the Islay boot?
A no-brainer for me - go for the Loakes and save the extra funds for a future Islay purchase. A sound idea and the Loakes are also excellent boots.
@@TheChapsGuide thank you what I needed to hear 😂
You made no comment on either socks or long underwear. Everything else hit the mark well!
If you want outerwear with water protection, that's what your raincoat is for!
I actually find it easier to dress well in the cooler months, I tend to overheat in the warm weather
I think most people will agree with you as a lot of people look forward to the cooler times of year for the very reason of being able to dress better.
I have the Tricker's C Shade Malton Commando boots, very good for Scandinavian winters! However, I prefer my Stow Espresso with Dainite soles. Brisbane Moss Corduroy, Moleskin and Fox Flannel trousers are excellent choices for autumn and winter! I'm more careful about wearing my Cavalry Twills as they are a bit more prone to staining. I like tattersall, denim and chambray shirts but avoids the Seattle Twin Peaks/Nirvana vibe of Flannel shirts. Tweed hacking jackets and Chrysalis field jackets are fantastic! I don't wear T-shirts at my current age (mid- 50s). Not a big fan of a blue collar chore jacket. A Safari jacket would be considerable more stylish.
Alberta Canada, my style is a little more western leaning. I do love my flannel shirts plain as well as pattern depending on the occasion. Pants these days I generally stick to chinos.
For a dry, colder weather I have an insulated oilskin vest. If it's raining or snowing I'll go to my oilskin duster which covers down to my shins and layer as required. As a bonus if I need to the lower end "splits" and acts almost like chaps. I am thinking of getting the oil skin ranger coat. (Shorter version of the duster)
Although I do have an extremely insulated work coat, I don't like wearing it. I prefer to layer up.
My hats of course I have felt western (cowboy) hat, a felt Tilley (fedora) and a couple flat caps. I only own one baseball hat now as my youngest daughter gave it to me, which I next to never wear.
Gloves, I agree nothing beats a good pair of leather gloves, they out perform most other work gloves even.
Foot wear for myself pretty much never changes from the usual. Western (cowboy) boots and a well polished "tactical" boot. All I do if needed is switch to thicker wool socks. I do carry a pair of gaiters rolled up in my bag if the weather turns extremely bad and I have to be out in it for extended amounts of time.
Thank you for the video and a few more great ideas!!!
Cheers 🤠 🥃
A very practical and utilitarian wardrobe sir. I note your western flavour - but I have one question. Do you ride a horse?
@@TheChapsGuide I use too when I was younger and working on the farm. These days unfortunately I'm living in a city and it's just not practical. I had moved into the city to work a career in corrections, still not sure why 🤷
Having said that I spend every moment I can working outside most of the time using quads or trucks these days, or up in the mountains hiking / mountaineering. Where I still opt for the oilskin over newer style jackets.
Once my youngest daughter who has down syndrome is ready, I will get us out riding horses. I do miss those days!!
What was that burgundy brogue?
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I just got my single breasted tweet waistcoat in from spier and mackay building my tweet items to include in my Sartorial wardrobe
I suppose your "tweet" clothing must be for falconry. 🦅
I agree on all what you said. But I have a question regarding the head. The ears, more precisely. I do have a flatcap with ear flaps for really cold days, but are there more formal options besides elegantly frozen off ears? I don't have a car, so public transport and bicycle are my only options to get from a to b, which means I'm exposed to the elements quite a bit.
I wear a woollen cap when exceptionally chilly, which can be pulled down over the years.
If it's *really* cold and/or windy I'd advice the ever useful Ushanka.
Best regards
Raoul G. Kunz
@@RaoulKunz1 yes, it's great when it gets really cold. I used to have one, made of rabbit fur... unfortunately it go damaged by moths. Fortunately, on the other hand, that was the only item they ate in my warderobe.
@@PotsdamSenior Mine is a Vintage East German Officer's item that an uncle of mine from behind the Iron Curtain "liberated" by keeping it when the GDR disolved itself into the FGR... eerr... he essentially *stole* all personal items issued to a Major since he felt the State had been a horrible employer anyway...😂
That's how I came to own this historically interesting though most assuredly horribly toxic Item.🙄
It's warm...
Best regards
Raoul G. Kunz
Peacoat?
Peacoats are very lovely, but I'm glad this video didn't have more coats! There was a lot covered here, a talk on coats in general might be a good shout if not already covered
Ash, do you own any suede jackets? seems like the perfect garment for the fall, but I don’t think I’ve ever heard you mention owning one.
I like suede jackets and have a few, but I avoid wearing them if there is any chance of precipitation.
@@davedove67 I found a great deal on suede 'bomber style' jackets from a company that was going bankrupt. Great quality and fit. I bought 3 of them in different colors, dark and light tan and black. I cannot tell you the compliments I get, especially worn with nice slacks, dress shoes, and a Trilbury hat. I love the suede but yes, check the weather!
@@PBHpbh021954 Saphir makes waterproofing spray. I sprayed my suede jacket, sneakers, and oxfords and I tell you it works exceedingly well!
A suede waistcoat would be good as a mid-layer.
1970 is back again !
For me, personally there are two styles for the winter and autumn, which I want to add to my wardrobe in the future one being something for me personally very casual which I would probably mostly wear at home a Carmine red pullover and be corduroys probably in combination with suit loafers or house shoes that match the colour of the pullover the outside alternative would be a brown tweet suit though as I personally cannot abide the sports jacket at all no matter of tweet or not I would really still go even though I know it’s pretty unusual with a peak Lapal
Single breasted brown Harris tweed suit something I also very much like the look of though the main problem of it is it really not being very practical it’s just normal thin wall double breasted peak lapel suit in my case of pinstriped with a double breasted long wall overcoat with a large lapel as possible, which is one may have noticed is a general preference of mine some Derby boots though with plane toes in a nice chocolatey brown or black black probably better fitting for the winter time though I generally find black kind of boring and of course surrounding the whole thing up it should ideally be combined to either a walking streak perfection but again not very useful or an umbrella and last at least a hat I would very much love to just wear a beautiful top hat and antique one in the best case in public the neither do I have one yet nor what are they wearing one yet but at some point when I feel ready for it and have the opportunity to buy one I think I will wear one until then I’m gonna stick with my homework for this style of clothing
Presumably the tweet suit is for falconry. 🦅
@@MyRackley it actually is even though rather unconventionally in this kind of use case just a city suit something to sit in a leather armchair and read or go for a city walk with
How about wollen slacks?
I could buy the cavalry ones for the look but might never ever wear them here?
Shoes, sure. Have some and don't have much ice and snow here. Still way too hot for any such season looks. I don't know what the conversion is to metric countries, but I guess take your temperature and double it???
Trousers that which according to Gazette yestiddy is the cords were ALSO work wear until the 20s or something, but I don't know if the thinner whips are really MORE formal except that here they are largely the domain of private school boys around the age of 10 and the wide ones were mostly just for retro hipsters 30 yrs ago and now they've caught on again or something so I'm neigh the ONLY one still wearing them w' my tweed jackies?
The flannel ones I don't see cotton much, just wool for office casual at dept. store?
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I think you're comparing chambray and poplin; which, like canvas and denim are really NEITHER that warm because can come in thicker weights but are neigh BRUSHED like true flannel.
WET cotton is also basically worthless. I don't prefer printed t-shirts over other types of shirts, but I still not always layering with them when too hot for pants, etc.
I prefer crew or turtleneck. Some shawl less itchy than other? [still get more use out of cotton than wool, too?]
A duffel coat is missing
A Gloverall would be. magnificent addition sir. I agree entirely!
The real question is, can you do this environmentally friendly?
Most of my clothing is pre owned, so yes.
@@TheChapsGuide Owning pre owned is great. I was thinking more about natural materials. It seems impossible today finding garments made 100% natural. A lot of companies lie about this as well. I've never found a single piece in fact that didn't at least have a little bit of plastic in it.
Flannel is an other way of cotton? 😂😂😂
I assume Ash misspoke here.
Flannel is a soft woven fabric, of varying fineness. Flannel was originally made from carded wool or worsted yarn, but is now often made from either wool, cotton, or synthetic fiber. Flannel is commonly used to make tartan clothing, blankets, bed sheets, sleepwear, and several other uses.
I'm sure you are looking forward to dusting off your Crombie - I know I am!
Can't wait!
None of your suggestions provide an option for covering the ears and cheeks. When it gets really cold in Canada I opt for a toque and a parka with a snorkel hood, preferably with a wolverine fringe (sorry animal lovers). Under less severe conditions a toque with a warm hoodie. Gloves, lined or not, are useless outdoors for more than a few minutes. Mittens with thick insulation are a minimum requirement. If you ever find yourself shoveling a driveway at -20 C with a -30 C windchill you’ll appreciate what I’m talking about. Your outfits would generally work in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia or southern Vancouver Island, but otherwise not a great choice. Anyway, just food for thought from the Great White North.🇨🇦
My suggestions are centred on my own environment sir. The extremes of Canada are another situation altogether and sound horrendous. Have you considered moving to a more hospitable climate?
@@TheChapsGuide As the saying goes, “There is no bad weather, only bad clothes.” Canada is a great place to live with nice springs, summers and autumns. Winter is also a great season and, If it drags on, I can go down to Florida or Arizona for a break. I’ve been to the United Kingdom and Ireland and I’m pretty sure there are times and places where being able to protect your face and ears from the elements would be beneficial so maybe this is something to factor in to a future video. Anyway, a very interesting perspective from your side of the pond and keep up the good work!
I love the design of the peackery glove though I don’t need some special letter just usual good quality one will do can you recommend something in that direction?
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One item you missed out on for casual wear. A classic leather bomber jacket. I picked one up at the local Salvation Army store for twenty five bucks! Make sure you get one with a gathered back and snap cuffs. It will last a lifetime.
Beyond 40 years of age - no leather. A rule I have come to appreciate.
I'm surprised there's no mention of moleskin trousers here. There's a nice range at M&S, mostly in autumnal colours. But I suppose Ash only shops in Savile Row.👖.
I have a nice leather-trimmed fleece sleeveless blouson in an oatmeal colour which I bought in France by a company called Aigle, who are the French equivalent of Barbour. It works very well as a mid-layer. It might be an idea to look into leather waistcoats - i.e. the ones one sees cowboys wearing. Could go well under a Barbour Bedale Trenchcoat.
Nice to see Cordings are still in business with Eric Clapton's support. That Chambray shirt looks nice. 👍
You said nothing about leather coats!
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Brogues with big soles just look like clown shoes to me