Duffle Duty: Making a Duffle Coat Work For You

Duffle Coats

A classic design which remains fashionable, duffle coats for men are a useful addition to a fall or winter wardrobe, working well with sweatshirts, polo-necks or chunky knitwear and jeans in a casual outdoors outfit with a preppy feel. The Stylight site features a diverse selection of the latest designs of duffle coats for men, including stylish designer label versions in black wool, blue, black or gray hooded duffle coats with toggles and checked or patterned designs.

Duffle Duty: Making a Duffle Coat Work For You

Duffle coats were originally worn by members of the British Royal Navy and fast became an English favorite. These uniquely designed coats were made of heavy steamed wool for a tighter, water resistant textile– ideal for fickle London weather– and had detachable oversized hoods, amongst other functional features. The most apparent way the Duffle coat sets itself apart though, is its signature toggles placed down the front.

Add a duffle coat to your arsenal of outerwear for a coat you can count on come snow or shine.

Oversized Overcoat

The duffle coat is usually layered over chunky knit sweaters, so your jacket should have a roomy fit. If the weather is a little warmer, and you don’t plan to pile on the layers, counterbalance the loose look with a polished outfit. Consider a polo neck sweater and regular-fit denim pulled together by a leather banded belt. A strong boot will bring the look back to its utilitarian roots.

Workaday Details

This pragmatic piece of military paraphernalia also boasts patched on pockets. A  coat that has a lot of workaday details, it’s not exactly on the same ‘career path’ as a power suit. If you are looking for a jacket that can handle a somewhat professional setting, skip the navy blues and army greens in favor of a camel color. Slip it on over a tweed blazer and slim pants for a business casual look that speaks to its English heritage. Finish  it off with a classic Brit Chelsea boot.

Cold Weather Ready

Stay warm and stylish in extreme cold with a duffle coat cut in its traditional knee-grazing length. If your region faces severe drops in temperature than your cold-weather wardrobe could benefit from its blanket-like length and functional fasteners. Not only do the chunky toggles look stylish, but they’re also easy to button up or down even with heavy duty gloves on. Complete this no-nonsense ensemble with a calf-hugging winter boot, a beanie and a scarf tied snugly around your neck.

For a jacket that can handle being the anchor to your cold weather wardrobe, invest in a Duffle coat.

Stand out from a sea of boring wool coats with one that sets you apart.

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