The great British weather has always been known for its unpredictability, but over the last few years it's been even more unsettled than usual. We've had flooding in summer, snow blizzards in spring, and winters that seem to last an eternity. It's now springtime again, and although the sun is finally putting in an appearance, it seems that none of us trusts the weather quite enough to stray too far from home without the obligatory coat and umbrella.
This is why investing in a quality coat has never been so imperative. As the seasons seem to become less defined with each year that passes, a quality jacket is something that makes sense all year round. With this in mind, I've picked my top 3 favourites that are available on the market right now. I've tried to choose ones that are practical, durable, offer protection from the elements, and most important of all, look uber-cool. So, without further ado...
1. HUF Burma M51 Jacket
This jacket is a key piece from Huf's autumn/winter 2012 collection. It's lightweight, durable and with its popper down storm flap and high-neck collar, is guaranteed to protect you from whatever the British weather decides to throw at you. The tiger camouflage print is a fresh twist on a classic look, and I love the drawstring detailing at the waist. This makes the jacket really versatile - wear it loose for a casual day look, or pull the drawstring in to create a smarter tailored look for the evening. All in all, a must-have coat, for any time of year.
2. Penfield Redington Officer's Jacket
This Penfield coat is fresh from their spring/summer 2013 collection. Smart, stylish and sophisticated, this jacket's the perfect choice for when you want to rock the ever-popular gentrified streetwear trend. With its tailored fit and classic blazer style, this would look great teamed with some slim-fit dark-coloured chinos, and a pair of canvas boots (Clae's 'Strayhorn Canvas Boot' in black camouflage would be a perfect choice here).
3. Carhartt Women's Michigan Coat
This slim fit jacket is brand new for spring/summer 2013 and is already generating a lot of interest. And with its corduroy collar, camouflage design and tailored shaping, it really isn't hard to see why. Made from high quality cotton, and triple stitched for extra durability, it offers the perfect defence against all kinds of weather. Although incredibly soft and lightweight, don't be fooled, this jacket's built to last. It's a reworked version of an original workwear piece, so you're guaranteed a coat that offers protection, style and longevity.
If that little lot hasn't inspired you, you can see some more of Carhartt's latest designs by checking out the vids below:
This is why investing in a quality coat has never been so imperative. As the seasons seem to become less defined with each year that passes, a quality jacket is something that makes sense all year round. With this in mind, I've picked my top 3 favourites that are available on the market right now. I've tried to choose ones that are practical, durable, offer protection from the elements, and most important of all, look uber-cool. So, without further ado...
1. HUF Burma M51 Jacket
This jacket is a key piece from Huf's autumn/winter 2012 collection. It's lightweight, durable and with its popper down storm flap and high-neck collar, is guaranteed to protect you from whatever the British weather decides to throw at you. The tiger camouflage print is a fresh twist on a classic look, and I love the drawstring detailing at the waist. This makes the jacket really versatile - wear it loose for a casual day look, or pull the drawstring in to create a smarter tailored look for the evening. All in all, a must-have coat, for any time of year.
2. Penfield Redington Officer's Jacket
This Penfield coat is fresh from their spring/summer 2013 collection. Smart, stylish and sophisticated, this jacket's the perfect choice for when you want to rock the ever-popular gentrified streetwear trend. With its tailored fit and classic blazer style, this would look great teamed with some slim-fit dark-coloured chinos, and a pair of canvas boots (Clae's 'Strayhorn Canvas Boot' in black camouflage would be a perfect choice here).
3. Carhartt Women's Michigan Coat
This slim fit jacket is brand new for spring/summer 2013 and is already generating a lot of interest. And with its corduroy collar, camouflage design and tailored shaping, it really isn't hard to see why. Made from high quality cotton, and triple stitched for extra durability, it offers the perfect defence against all kinds of weather. Although incredibly soft and lightweight, don't be fooled, this jacket's built to last. It's a reworked version of an original workwear piece, so you're guaranteed a coat that offers protection, style and longevity.
If that little lot hasn't inspired you, you can see some more of Carhartt's latest designs by checking out the vids below:
A sneak peek at Carhartt's Men's Collection Spring/Summer 2013
A sneak peek at Carhartt's Women's Collection Spring/Summer 2013
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