The highly coveted brands for functional winter wear by fashion insiders.
2 Oct 2018
Truth to tell, it’s not always quality that costs so much when we talk about clothes by established fashion houses and retail conglomerate. No one understands this unwritten truth as good as those who’ve been working in the industry pushing the products. If you’re looking for a compass that tells you the products that are actually worthy of splurging, just look at what fashion insiders buy.
From fashion editors, creative directors to interior designers and architects, these are the highly coveted brands for functional winter wear – minus bells and whistles and the marketing hashtags:
AMI Paris
Ami Alexandre Mattiussi Two Buttons Coat
$1,020.00
Single-breasted coat in black and grey micro-fantasy wool-blend two buttons coat. Made of 70% wool, 20% polyester and 10% polyamide. Made in Romania.
This coat is made from black wool and cashmere-blend – the neat simplicity of its cut means it looks good over practically anything. It’s finished with handsome horn buttons and the brand’s signature emoji emblem.
This coat by Acne Studios is a worth investment – it is versatile enough for both casual wear and tailoring. Made of navy wool-blend and tailored in a tidy slim shape, the coat features notch lapels and a single-breasted close.
Designed to resist pilling, this Majordome Chesterfield coat will likely continue to look as good as new for many years to come. This coat is built with straight cut and tailored collar.
Made of Navy and white wool-blend in Italy, this coat features two front welt pockets – perfect for keeping your gloves and mobile phone when you’re on the move.
Officine Generale Italian Wool Cashmere Alfie Coat
$890.00
This affordable coat is a classic coat crafted in an Italian wool/cashmere blend. This timeless style boasts notched lapels and multiple pockets to the front.
This water-repellent parka is the second reincarnation of the one from last season. Made of Italian wool, this parka is updated with sleeveless Dave jacket in the same fabric. Made in Poland.
Affordable and timeless, this Wool Twill Topcoat from Club Monaco is a winter style staple for men who appreciate quality and simplicity. This topcoat gives you a polished look when paired with casual wear, suitable for all seasons with smart layering.