It’s time once again to start wearing warm and cosy winter coats and hang those light jackets back up the wardrobe. Now some people may have been dreading the cold weather, but if you’re anything like us over here at Clothes Make The Man, we have been waiting all year to bust out our winter coats. However if like some people aren’t prepared for the cold, or have had your winter coat too long and want a change or simply need an update, we are going to show you 6 of the best on the high street this season.
Our first pick is this wonderful cashmere/ wool blend overcoat from Uniqlo in collaboration with Lemaire. With a shawl collar and in a dark green shade this is a great alternative to a traditional overcoat.

Our next pick is this Wool Pea Coat from Joules. This classic style is a great addition to any mans wardrobe pair this with a plain polar neck or t shirt and you’re good to go. 

Next up is this felted Wool blend overcoat from H&M from the Modern Essentials selected by David Beckham. In this great Camel shade pair it with a crisp white shirt and black jumper and you’re good for a smarter event or just a white t shirt for a more casual look. 

A more modern and alternative option is this Dropped Shoulder Wool Overcoat in black from COS. Because of the dropped shoulder it does feature a more relaxed fit. With overcoats do try and keep the rest of the outfit fairly minimal and simple, pair this with a white shirt black jeans and some white trainers for a clean look. Slightly more but the price can be justified because of the higher quality COS provides.

Another great option is this grey Wool overcoat from Topman. This particular shade of grey is very popular this season along with the camel colour and looks great with most things. With a concealed front placket (buttons concealed) and a slim fit this would work great as a smart addition to a suit or just a shirt and jumper. Its a decent price for the coat you’re getting.

Last but by no means least, is this beautiful overcoat from Zara’s new Zara studios collection. This is a harder coat to pull off due the nature of the print and cut however executed correctly this coat could be a great addition to a winter wardrobe. Keeping it minimal underneath is key here. A black or white polar neck or white shirt black trousers and shoes would look great with this piece. Its a great price given the nature of the material blend, which includes Wool, Mohair and Alpaca.

Established in Hudson, Massachusetts by New England Native Harvey Gross in 1975. Penfield, was founded on a motto of ‘for life in the open’ and is one of the original U.S. outdoor brands. As you’d expect with a brand of this calibre who have built a reputation for being relied on and trusted for producing high quality, stylish apparel and accessories.

This year sees Penfield celebrates its 40th anniversary and have selected two of their most iconic styles to be offered on a limited edition basis. These styles have been designed with a one-off anniversary fabric created using original design drawings and spec sheets dating back to 1975 (see above). The two styles include the limited edition Kasson hooded mountain parka(see top image) which is recreated in classic navy, with striking petrol can red pop colour zippers and leather cord locks, inspired by the original archive collection.

The other style in the collection is the classic Outback gilet (see below), one of Penfield’s most celebrated styles since the very first collection 40 years ago. Both styles have been lined with a commemorative 40th anniversary lining, a distinctive print of original design drawings from the last 40 years. Included are the drawings of some of our most recognizable styles by, some by the hand of Penfield founder, himself, Harvey Gross.

If the designer and creator of this collection could do anything about today he would have us all abort meetings, break off plans and enforce us to make your way to the leading international department stores he has deemed worthy to showcase this collection as of today, as YEEZY SEASON 1, this year’s most hotly anticipated collaborative proposition designed by Kanye West in partnership with Adidas, arrives.

Eighteen months in the making, the extensive collection cherishes universality, comprising relaxed T-shirts, sweatpants and sweaters as well as heavy duty outerwear, footwear and apparel. The final woven low top Yeezy Boost 350 sneaker is also released.

Muted tones and a strong military edge define the collection. West’s goal is to relieve consumers from daily dressing stress by creating a line of high-quality, comfortable and unpretentious essentials that can be combined in endless ways, well this and running for the President of the USA in 2020. Texture is added through oversized flap pockets, distressed edges and puckered hemlines, with a voluminous and relaxed silhouette. Largely based on West’s personal style, sweaters billow over form fitting trousers tucked into heavy duty boots, the effect – an edgy and androgynous look.

Darren Skye, Head of Menswear, Harvey Nichols, one of the selected international department stores carrying the collaboration says about the event.

“We are really excited to be one of a limited selection of retailers stocking the entire YEEZY SEASON 1 collection. The collection defines a style that matches the relentless pace of our contemporary lives. The silhouettes, fabrications and colour palette make this a highly desirable collection and we anticipate that this is something our customers will identify with and buy into.”

As part of its 40 year celebrations, Peter Werth are launching a limited edition collaboration with legendary Spanish jeans brand Lois. 

Worn by the stylish connoisseurs back in the 80’s and 90’s, Peter Werth original, long-sleeved knitted polo shirts were an early expression of the terrace casual look, when paired with Adidas Stan Smith trainers and burgundy or navy Lois cords. The was a statement look, a confidence builder and you knew you looked GOOD. This range is a celebration of this iconic look.

The limited edition range features the Lois X Peter Werth jumbo cord trucker jacket and Lois X Peter Werth denim jacket – contemporary versions of the denim Lois Torera jacket (or Monkey jacket as it became affectionately known after a manufacturing error meant that the sleeves were longer than they should have been). The original denim version was an icon of the 1970s and ’80s and was worn by the likes of Bjorn Borg and James Hunt.

Additional items in the 8 piece collection include jumbo cord jeans in burgundy and navy, t-shirts and knitted polo tops.

Finisterre is a like a good Winter soup, you add all the ingredients into the pot and if you lucky and talented enough out comes the most delicious and warming of products you could have hoped for.

The brand was founded by Tom Kay from a flat above a shop in St Agnes in 2002, it prides itself on makes innovative product for cold water surfers and outdoor adventurers, whether of an U rural or urban nature. With a focus on craftsmanship, durability, and above all, longevity, Finisterre is an ethical brand committed to developing long-term relationships with their suppliers.

The Bowmont Project is testament to Finisterre’s commitment to not only their suppliers but how they place wool at the heart of their fabric development. Finisterre are proud to be the only brand producing 100% UK sourced superfine British Merino wool, which compares with the quality of Merino produced by New Zealand and Australia. Since 2008 Finisterre have collaborated with Lesley Prior, the guardian of the last British Bowmont Merino, a fine fibre sheep bred to withstand the British climate.

For Winter 2015 Finisterre have not only extended their men’s Merino collection, designed a new limited edition Bowmont jacquard and pushed the limits of British wool production, to launch their first ever wool-backed stretch denim.

Continuing the brands pioneering approach to innovating wool production, Finisterre is launching a revolutionary 12oz wool-backed denim with enhanced warmth, breathability and anti- bacterial qualities. Once again quantifying their commitment to British production, the brand chose Manchester based manufacturer Cookson & Clegg to produce its wool jean. With a history of making leatherwear for coal delivery men in the late 1800’s and uniforms for the British army, this wealth of traditional manufacturing knowledge made the company the perfect denim production partner.