I am hardly a cold weather sportsman but there are nonetheless a few things to like about winter, some of them even related to clothing. Honest flannel suits are one, the 15 ounce/450 gram versions that keep a man comfortable when temperatures are close to freezing, and I have written about them recently.
I prefer my flannel with accessories that have a little character, like the yellow suede gloves and black homburg hat on the man on the left in the illustration for example, and cool weather is the enabler for these. When temperatures fall a man gets value beyond mere adornment from his scarves as well. There is probably a large scarf pocket inside those overcoats and I would not be surprised to see our fellow on the left wrapping a burgundy paisley madder silk around his neck.
No wonder he is smiling.
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That is a great Fellowes print....
Sorry to bother you, Will, but I have a question.
Why the gray socks on the guy on the left? to match with the coat? Would a navy blue worsted suit worn with black shoes and gray wool socks be a suitable combination?
Best,LG
The only thing I would suggest is that the gloves are -fawn- rather than yellow. Isn't that the color?
They are actually yellow. I have a pair.
I like the hats they are wearing. In fact, I just purchased a fedora, like the guy on the left is wearing, just last night. I can't wait to wear it but am hoping to not catch too much ridicule from co-workers. I figure they will get used to it eventually.
HGH, that hat is called a homburg. It is the most formal of men's hats after the top hat.
lgcintra, nothing wrong with gray and blue at any time. "Socks should match your trousers" is a good rule when you seek to be low key, but the great dressers like to mix things up a little.
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