Always Stylish Guide To The Overshirt & Shacket
‘What do I wear in those transitional in-between seasons?’ Is something I am frequently asked as a men’s personal stylist. Our unpredictable weather can be storm Dennis one day causing a wintry blustery chaos and the next the suns warm glow is making it feel like spring is imminent. It’s an issue that crops up every year and one that can be resolved by adding the Overshirt or ‘Shacket’ to your wardrobe.
The shacket is an incredibly useful garment that can be styled up or down and one that I regularly recommend to personal styling clients. Their standard reply back though is often a bemused ‘A WHAT’? The clue is in the name, it’s an item of clothing that has the design aesthetic of a shirt, coupled with the warmth of a light jacket. It bridges that gap perfectly between seasons. In warmer weather it can be worn as a jacket and in winter its light enough to fit under a coat.
A Shacket is also a great opportunity to introduce some colour to into your wardrobe. If the vast majority of your clothes are grey, black and navy, then an overshirt is a great way to add in colour. Khakis and burnt oranges pair well with blues or neutrals and a check instantly adds interest to an outfit.
Scroll down to see some of the best brands selling overshirts available to buy now.
APC
A French brand founded in Paris in the eighties, that is renowned for stylish, smart casual looks, inspired by everyday life.
Uniqlo
A Japanese retailer offering timeless and versatile casual designs, in good quality fabrics at very reasonable prices.
Cos
Part of the mega Swedish clothing group that owns H&M. Cos uses premium materials to create modern, functional, considered designs, that ooze Scandinavian minimalist cool.
Reiss
A design-led British upper end high street brand with smarter, ‘mod’ style handwriting.
Carhartt
Overshirts have been a key part of the American label’s range for decades. With thick fabrics and patch pockets inspired by the brands true workwear heritage.
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Thank you for reading.
Lisa
