As temperatures drop its time to up the style stakes.
When chosen correctly, a winter coat or jacket is a timeless investment that will see you looking sharp for years to come.
In our latest street style shoot we’ve curated the season’s most stylish pieces and shown you how and where to wear the 5 staple winter essentials.
Typically the classic duffle comes in navy or brown in wool or a wool blend. Pair the duffle with smart jeans or chinos and a quality leather dress shoe and you have a classic outfit combo that can be worn for all smart casual occasions.
Be Seen: A night at the rugby or your best mates BBQ.
Josh wears: Navy Wool/blend Duffle Coat by London Fog; Burgundy V – Neck Pure Wool Pullover by Fields; Light Grey Topsky Chino by Wolf Kanat; Cognac Calf Leather Ryley Shoes by Stacey Adams; Tan Leather Belt by Buckle; White Stretch Cotton Body Fit Shirt by Geoffrey Beene.
More casual than a suit yet more formal than a puffer or duffle, the sports coat is basically your perfect wingman for any occasion. You’ll never be the most under or overdressed person in the room. When in doubt, wear a sports coat. Sports coats are also now a popular option at less formal weddings, worn with a patterned shirt and chinos.
Be seen: Garden party wedding, a day in the vines with your boss or to meet the potential in-laws.
Josh wears: Blue 2 Button Wool Blend Sports Coat by Perrone; Navy Topsky Chino by Wolf Kanat; White Stretch Cotton Body Fit Shirt by Geoffrey Beene; Cognac Calf leather Ryley Shoes by Stacey Adams; Tan Leather Belt by Buckle.
Josh wears: Chocolate Pure Wool 2 Button Sports Coat by Rundle Tailoring; Graphite Panton Chino by Driza Bone; Black Almansa Boot by Florsheim; Black Stretch Cotton Body Fit Shirt by Geoffrey Beene; Black Leather Belt by Buckle. Complete the look with a colour-coordinated scarf.
The overcoat is your staple bus stop to the boardroom outer garment. Wear it over your suit to keep you warm and the wind and rain out. This one never goes out of fashion, so invest in a quality piece now, and it will last you a lifetime.
Be Seen: Waiting at the bus stop, grabbing your morning coffee or en route to a client meeting.
Josh wears: Navy Tienne Over coat by Daniel Hechter; Tienne Hexagonal Shirt by James Harper; Black Almansa Boot by Florsheim; Graphite Panton Chino by Driza Bone; Black Leather Belt by Buckle. Pair it with gloves and a scarf for additional warmth and a little extra style.
Josh wears: Navy Woolrich Overcoat by Daniel Hechter; Blue Check Suit by Studio Italia; White Slim Fit Shirt by Calvin Klein; Black Almansa Boot by Florsheim; Black Leather Belt by Buckle; Red Smashed Floral Tie by Theodore + Tux.
A peacoat is a short double-breasted overcoat originally worn by sailors and designed to weather the harshest storm. Today, the Peacoat is just as sturdy but possibly a little more refined. Usually in darker hues, this one can be worn over a shirt with suit pants to get you to the office, or can be paired with a knit jumper and chinos for a smart casual look.
Be Seen: Boarding the ferry on the way to work or at lunch with the team on casual Fridays.
Josh wears: Grey Check Double Breasted Alaskan Jacket by Tokyo Laundry Co LTD; Graphite Panton Chino by Driza Bone; Black Almansa Boot by Florsheim; Black Leather Belt by Buckle.
Josh wears: Charcoal Double Breasted Jacket by London Fog; Red Floral Shirt by James Harper; Hardwood 5 Pocket Chino by Driza Bone; Cognac Calf Leather Ryley Shoes by Stacey Adams; Tan Leather Belt by Buckle.
There’s no reason for casual to ever look sloppy and with these key jackets you’ll always stand out in a crowd. Casual jackets are often a lighter colour, which can be teamed with jeans or navy chinos and a leather shoe to match the jacket. Puffer jackets are the perfect sideline sport accessory and will have you looking stylishly athletic.
Be Seen: Hosting your mates in a corporate sports box or on the sidelines cheering on your favourite team.
Josh wears: Camel Zip Front Casual Jacket by Daniel Hechter; Navy Topsky Chino by Wolf Kanat; White Stretch Cotton Body Fit Shirt by Geoffrey Been; Cognac Calf Leather Ryley Shoes by Stacey Adams; Tan Leather Belt by Buckle. Team it with a skivvy and scarf as seen here.
Josh wears: Charcoal Puffer Jacket by London Fog; Indigo Stretch Jean by BT Denim Co; Black Almansa Boot by Florsheim; Black Leather Belt by Buckle. A staple black tee is a must in any gentleman’s wardrobe and can be worn with almost anything.