Great video featuring my favorite season of the year and the clothes that go with it. I recently picked up a pair of breeks to wear while hiking through the woods.
Hi john, glad you enjoyed the video. I also love autumn, it a great time of the year for layered clothing and wool/tweed fabrics. Breeks are great for walking and climbing, although not common to see in this age for those activities. Great to hear you are wearing them. 🙂👍
This is a really important vid. Reporting on the fashion houses of London by season. I subscribe to 1 well known sartorial magazine. They don’t seem to bother. Bravo. ❤🎉
Thanks very much for making this video, Chris! Appreciated being able to see the fall/winter preview in London. Happy to see that tweed is making a comeback.
That was brilliant, Chris; really on point. Some of my older Harris Tweed jackets are back in fashion and I have autumn shades of trousers to go with them. That said, I do like a number of the safari jackets, something I haven't owned for 50 years. Today's ones look a lot nicer than their early 1970s ancestors. I think I need to make a trip the Jermyn Street and Savile Row. My credit card is having a panic attack!😂
Hi John, glad you enjoyed the video. Sounds like your wardrobe is already prepared for the autumn season with those autumn shades with Harris Tweed combinations. And you’re right, today’s safari jackets are definitely a more refined version of their '70s cousins. A trip to Jermyn Street and Savile Row sounds like just what the doctor ordered - although I can totally relate to your credit card’s panic! 😂 Hope you find some great pieces and inspiration, but I would check out vinted or eBay before making that final purchase 👍🙂
Some very nice clothes and colour combinations, I have been meaning to go and search what is going on in London for a while but have been too busy, thank you Mr Chris, nice one.
Great round-up, Chris, I also thogroughly enjoyed meeting you in person. It goes to show that we tailors don't just make suits. What is interesting is we're generally making winter clothes in the summer, and vice versa. I'm currently gearing up to make spring-summer, with a bit of space for the odd tweed, overcoat, or dinner suit. I really like the growing trend for more casual tailoring based on country wear but styalised making it wearable on a winter's day in town. I think the only thing that can change the formality of a garment would be the style of pockets, the big bellows ones are still very country IMHO, cut with more subtle pockets than in today's massively dress-down culture bordering on the sloppy anything tailored is going to look the business. And, by tailored I don't necessarily mean bespoke, there are some great options in both MTM and RTW to suit any budget. I love corduroy.
Hi Thom, glad you enjoyed the video and wasn't it a great evening, so pleased to get the chance to meet up with you in person. It was a real pleasure meeting you. I couldn't agree more, tailoring is so much more than just suits, and it's fascinating how your work and mine crosses seasons, preparing for spring in the middle of winter and vice versa. I particularly love this time of year, when I see if my predictions come true, based on my earlier year observations of fashion and classic tailoring's take on that. I love your thoughts on the evolution of casual tailoring, especially the blend of country-inspired styles with a more refined urban edge. It is interesting to see the country look being highlighted in the displays of Savile Row windows in the heart of London and heavily promoting the country vibe. It's a perfect balance for today's more relaxed dress codes, where subtle details like pocket styles can make all the difference. And yes, corduroy is such a versatile and timeless fabric, always a favourite of mine too. You're absolutely right that tailored clothing, whether bespoke, MTM, or RTW, still stands out, especially in today’s more casual world. It really highlights the value of quality and thoughtful design, no matter the budget. Thanks again for sharing your insights dear friend 👍🙂
@@TheBritishDapper Hey Chris, It really was a fantastic evening - always great to meet up and chat in person! I couldn’t agree more with your insights, especially about how tailoring isn’t just about suits. The seasonal shifts we deal with are so fascinating, aren’t they? There’s always that thrill of preparing for spring while still in the depths of winter! I’m glad you’ve also picked up on the casual tailoring trend with a country twist. The way Savile Row’s windows are showcasing it right now is quite something! It’s funny how those little pocket details can shift the whole tone of a garment - bellow pockets definitely still scream countryside to me as well. But give them a sleeker finish, and suddenly they’re perfect for a stroll through town on a brisk winter day. Corduroy will always have a special place in my heart as well - versatile and timeless, it’s hard to beat. And you’re absolutely right about tailoring standing out, whether it’s bespoke, MTM, or RTW - there’s always something to be said for quality craftsmanship, no matter the budget. Thanks again for the brilliant conversation and your continued passion for menswear. Looking forward to more chats and seeing where fashion and tailoring take us next! Cheers, Thom
Nice video Chris. Glad to hear that I am not far off with my preference for mid and dark brown tweed jackets. One thing I can not bring myself to and mostly never will, are wearing those bright red, green or yellow pants. Just not my style.
Great review Chris. I knew if I waited long enough my style would come back 😁. I really love the tweets and I have been trying to find a Norfolk jacket for a couple years. I guess I'm always ahead of the style 😂. The Tweed chore jackets look amazing and I also really like the safari jackets. As a shotgun shooter and bird hunter I love the English country look with teeds, corduroy, woolen jumpers, flat caps and Barbours. So it looks as though I will be in style this autumn. Thanks for sharing. I wish I could have attended the meeting. Very best regards Ron
Hi Ron, glad you enjoyed the video. I sounds like you are going to have a fantastic, sartorial autumn dear friend 😄. Shame you were unable to attend the meeting, but maybe another time dear friend👍🙂
Hi Sjoerd, glad you enjoyed the video. The gathering was absolutely fantastic, sorry we didn't get the chance to catch up this time, but hope to see you again soon dear friend🙂👍
this design of coat 8:03 even though for me maybe more in a black merino wool i see as quite literally the epitomy of male elegance and masculinity it maybe the most elegant thng a man can wear on an everyday basis on the street
Hi there, the coat you refer to as based upon a military trench coat design and I agree with you, you are correct in that you goes really well, an elegant look when dressed up, but also flexible enough to wear a little less formal, importantly you still keep warm in the colder months with this style of coat👍🙂
I picked up a French chore jacket last month to pair with jeans. I also picked up a Uniglo utility jacket but I call it a Barbour knock off sans game pockets, It allows me to wear a Barbour look in warmer weather and is easily machine washed when need be. I reserve my real Barbour for cooler weather so I don't sweat in it. My US Navy peacoat is a fall coat for me, I pair it up with a black Canadian Navy wool watch cap as they are warmer than the US equivalent. Dare to make a video on how to style vintage military surplus?
Hi there, glad you enjoyed the video. That’s an great selection of jackets! The French chore jacket sounds like a classic, and I love how versatile those are with jeans. The Uniqlo utility jacket as a Barbour knock-off for warmer weather is inspired, definitely a practical alternative for the hotter months. It’s always good to save the real deal for cooler weather and avoid over-washing it. I’m also a big fan of peacoats, and pairing yours with a Canadian Navy wool watch cap sounds like a sharp combo. It’s interesting to hear that the Canadian version is warmer than the US one. As for styling vintage military surplus, that’s a fantastic idea for a video and something I was going to cover in the next video. I’ve seen so many ways to make those pieces work in modern wardrobes, and it’d be cool to explore. Do you have any favourite pieces or specific styles you think should definitely be included?🙂👍
I find myself only wearing dress shoes during summer and fall. Can you make a video at some point with regard to rain and snow? Do you recommend those plastic shoe covers? Really makes it hard to look elegant in the wetter and snowier months. Always curious how gentlemen managed.
i would suppose ieven though i have not jet decided for a solutino myself something like a chelsea bot of whcih you only se the proper looking part when wearing suit trousers might be a considerable option
Very informative vid Chris, filmed in the UJC library. I was delighted to join you for breakfast in the club on that Saturday morning and thoroughly enjoyed our conversation. Thank you.
Hi there, winter is always a challenge and as Kay suggested, I also tend to wear rubber soled shoes and boots during the more wet and snowy conditions. You should also consider the affects of salt treatments to pavements and roads, which can damage your shoes. I tend to buy a pair of Chelsea boots and they go well in the winter months as a viable option and depending on the styling - they can go really well with a suit.👍🙂
if you talking about a London Club Is thath something one normal person like myself could get into via membership subscribtion or is it an exclusive members club ? and how comes that at this time of the year such a combination of well known gentlemann happens to be there together ?
Hi there, some good questions, firstly my club, where i Stay when in London is an exclusive members club limited to predominately serving and ex members of the Armed Forces which requires proof of service before membership is considered, and there are a number of such clubs in London and the UK. However there are other clubs that you can join by membership subscription, there are dinning clubs, sartorial clubs, Cigar clubs etc. As you might be aware Ash Jones and myself started a sartorial Club called the Nirvana Club where we arrange regular get togethers for the members. This was an opportunity for those members to meet up and at the time. Raphael Schneider of the Gentleman's Gazette and James from Gent Z had flown into UK and were filming in London with Ash Jones, so it was the perfect time for the the Nirvana Club meet up. James arranged a meet and greet night on the 4 September and Raphael Schneider arranged a private dinner event on the 6th September. A great time was had by all 👍🙂
Great video featuring my favorite season of the year and the clothes that go with it. I recently picked up a pair of breeks to wear while hiking through the woods.
Hi john, glad you enjoyed the video. I also love autumn, it a great time of the year for layered clothing and wool/tweed fabrics. Breeks are great for walking and climbing, although not common to see in this age for those activities. Great to hear you are wearing them. 🙂👍
Great stuff. Wool Tartan ties, that sounds great.
Glad you enjoyed the video 👍🙂
This is a really important vid. Reporting on the fashion houses of London by season. I subscribe to 1 well known sartorial magazine. They don’t seem to bother. Bravo. ❤🎉
Thank you Kenny and glad you enjoyed the video🙂👍
Thanks very much for making this video, Chris! Appreciated being able to see the fall/winter preview in London. Happy to see that tweed is making a comeback.
Hi Daniel, glad you enjoyed the video and the use of tweed👍🙂
That was brilliant, Chris; really on point. Some of my older Harris Tweed jackets are back in fashion and I have autumn shades of trousers to go with them. That said, I do like a number of the safari jackets, something I haven't owned for 50 years. Today's ones look a lot nicer than their early 1970s ancestors. I think I need to make a trip the Jermyn Street and Savile Row. My credit card is having a panic attack!😂
Hi John, glad you enjoyed the video. Sounds like your wardrobe is already prepared for the autumn season with those autumn shades with Harris Tweed combinations. And you’re right, today’s safari jackets are definitely a more refined version of their '70s cousins. A trip to Jermyn Street and Savile Row sounds like just what the doctor ordered - although I can totally relate to your credit card’s panic! 😂 Hope you find some great pieces and inspiration, but I would check out vinted or eBay before making that final purchase 👍🙂
Kent, Haste and Lachter is all one needs to know. It’s as simple as that.
Hi Mike, good choice👍🙂
Some very nice clothes and colour combinations, I have been meaning to go and search what is going on in London for a while but have been too busy, thank you Mr Chris, nice one.
Hi Janes, glad you enjoyed the video and found it of value👍🙂
Great round-up, Chris, I also thogroughly enjoyed meeting you in person. It goes to show that we tailors don't just make suits. What is interesting is we're generally making winter clothes in the summer, and vice versa. I'm currently gearing up to make spring-summer, with a bit of space for the odd tweed, overcoat, or dinner suit. I really like the growing trend for more casual tailoring based on country wear but styalised making it wearable on a winter's day in town. I think the only thing that can change the formality of a garment would be the style of pockets, the big bellows ones are still very country IMHO, cut with more subtle pockets than in today's massively dress-down culture bordering on the sloppy anything tailored is going to look the business. And, by tailored I don't necessarily mean bespoke, there are some great options in both MTM and RTW to suit any budget. I love corduroy.
Hi Thom, glad you enjoyed the video and wasn't it a great evening, so pleased to get the chance to meet up with you in person. It was a real pleasure meeting you. I couldn't agree more, tailoring is so much more than just suits, and it's fascinating how your work and mine crosses seasons, preparing for spring in the middle of winter and vice versa.
I particularly love this time of year, when I see if my predictions come true, based on my earlier year observations of fashion and classic tailoring's take on that. I love your thoughts on the evolution of casual tailoring, especially the blend of country-inspired styles with a more refined urban edge. It is interesting to see the country look being highlighted in the displays of Savile Row windows in the heart of London and heavily promoting the country vibe.
It's a perfect balance for today's more relaxed dress codes, where subtle details like pocket styles can make all the difference. And yes, corduroy is such a versatile and timeless fabric, always a favourite of mine too.
You're absolutely right that tailored clothing, whether bespoke, MTM, or RTW, still stands out, especially in today’s more casual world. It really highlights the value of quality and thoughtful design, no matter the budget. Thanks again for sharing your insights dear friend 👍🙂
@@TheBritishDapper
Hey Chris,
It really was a fantastic evening - always great to meet up and chat in person! I couldn’t agree more with your insights, especially about how tailoring isn’t just about suits. The seasonal shifts we deal with are so fascinating, aren’t they? There’s always that thrill of preparing for spring while still in the depths of winter!
I’m glad you’ve also picked up on the casual tailoring trend with a country twist. The way Savile Row’s windows are showcasing it right now is quite something! It’s funny how those little pocket details can shift the whole tone of a garment - bellow pockets definitely still scream countryside to me as well. But give them a sleeker finish, and suddenly they’re perfect for a stroll through town on a brisk winter day.
Corduroy will always have a special place in my heart as well - versatile and timeless, it’s hard to beat. And you’re absolutely right about tailoring standing out, whether it’s bespoke, MTM, or RTW - there’s always something to be said for quality craftsmanship, no matter the budget.
Thanks again for the brilliant conversation and your continued passion for menswear. Looking forward to more chats and seeing where fashion and tailoring take us next!
Cheers,
Thom
Nice video Chris. Glad to hear that I am not far off with my preference for mid and dark brown tweed jackets. One thing I can not bring myself to and mostly never will, are wearing those bright red, green or yellow pants. Just not my style.
Hi Kay, glad you enjoyed the video. I get what you mean about those brighter coloured trousers, they are not for everyone👍🙂
Great review Chris. I knew if I waited long enough my style would come back 😁. I really love the tweets and I have been trying to find a Norfolk jacket for a couple years. I guess I'm always ahead of the style 😂. The Tweed chore jackets look amazing and I also really like the safari jackets. As a shotgun shooter and bird hunter I love the English country look with teeds, corduroy, woolen jumpers, flat caps and Barbours. So it looks as though I will be in style this autumn. Thanks for sharing. I wish I could have attended the meeting. Very best regards Ron
Hi Ron, glad you enjoyed the video. I sounds like you are going to have a fantastic, sartorial autumn dear friend 😄. Shame you were unable to attend the meeting, but maybe another time dear friend👍🙂
Nice London style. I have two of those jackets. I didn't know it was a London style
Hi Maurice, glad you enjoyed the video and it's great to hear you've got jackets similar to the styles witnessed in London👍🙂
Nice vid Chris, spot on. Hope you enjoyed the gathering in London.
Hi Sjoerd, glad you enjoyed the video. The gathering was absolutely fantastic, sorry we didn't get the chance to catch up this time, but hope to see you again soon dear friend🙂👍
this design of coat 8:03 even though for me maybe more in a black merino wool i see as quite literally the epitomy of male elegance and masculinity it maybe the most elegant thng a man can wear on an everyday basis on the street
Hi there, the coat you refer to as based upon a military trench coat design and I agree with you, you are correct in that you goes really well, an elegant look when dressed up, but also flexible enough to wear a little less formal, importantly you still keep warm in the colder months with this style of coat👍🙂
I picked up a French chore jacket last month to pair with jeans. I also picked up a Uniglo utility jacket but I call it a Barbour knock off sans game pockets, It allows me to wear a Barbour look in warmer weather and is easily machine washed when need be. I reserve my real Barbour for cooler weather so I don't sweat in it. My US Navy peacoat is a fall coat for me, I pair it up with a black Canadian Navy wool watch cap as they are warmer than the US equivalent. Dare to make a video on how to style vintage military surplus?
Hi there, glad you enjoyed the video. That’s an great selection of jackets! The French chore jacket sounds like a classic, and I love how versatile those are with jeans. The Uniqlo utility jacket as a Barbour knock-off for warmer weather is inspired, definitely a practical alternative for the hotter months. It’s always good to save the real deal for cooler weather and avoid over-washing it.
I’m also a big fan of peacoats, and pairing yours with a Canadian Navy wool watch cap sounds like a sharp combo. It’s interesting to hear that the Canadian version is warmer than the US one.
As for styling vintage military surplus, that’s a fantastic idea for a video and something I was going to cover in the next video. I’ve seen so many ways to make those pieces work in modern wardrobes, and it’d be cool to explore. Do you have any favourite pieces or specific styles you think should definitely be included?🙂👍
I find myself only wearing dress shoes during summer and fall. Can you make a video at some point with regard to rain and snow? Do you recommend those plastic shoe covers? Really makes it hard to look elegant in the wetter and snowier months. Always curious how gentlemen managed.
During the winter months, I wear dress shoes and boots with rubber soles. There are great for these more moist and colder months.
i would suppose ieven though i have not jet decided for a solutino myself something like a chelsea bot of whcih you only se the proper looking part when wearing suit trousers might be a considerable option
Yeah, dress boots are the way to go. Straight leg pants will go over the tops & they look like your wearing dress shoes
Very informative vid Chris, filmed in the UJC library. I was delighted to join you for breakfast in the club on that Saturday morning and thoroughly enjoyed our conversation. Thank you.
Hi there, winter is always a challenge and as Kay suggested, I also tend to wear rubber soled shoes and boots during the more wet and snowy conditions. You should also consider the affects of salt treatments to pavements and roads, which can damage your shoes. I tend to buy a pair of Chelsea boots and they go well in the winter months as a viable option and depending on the styling - they can go really well with a suit.👍🙂
if you talking about a London Club Is thath something one normal person like myself could get into via membership subscribtion or is it an exclusive members club ? and how comes that at this time of the year such a combination of well known gentlemann happens to be there together ?
Hi there, some good questions, firstly my club, where i Stay when in London is an exclusive members club limited to predominately serving and ex members of the Armed Forces which requires proof of service before membership is considered, and there are a number of such clubs in London and the UK. However there are other clubs that you can join by membership subscription, there are dinning clubs, sartorial clubs, Cigar clubs etc.
As you might be aware Ash Jones and myself started a sartorial Club called the Nirvana Club where we arrange regular get togethers for the members. This was an opportunity for those members to meet up and at the time. Raphael Schneider of the Gentleman's Gazette and James from Gent Z had flown into UK and were filming in London with Ash Jones, so it was the perfect time for the the Nirvana Club meet up. James arranged a meet and greet night on the 4 September and Raphael Schneider arranged a private dinner event on the 6th September. A great time was had by all 👍🙂