How To Stay Warm + Look Cool In A Shearling Jacket

Men, let’s make one thing clear: Shearling jackets are cool. And they’ve always been cool, only now they’re one of those classic, never-go-out-of-style jackets that make them that much cooler, now. They instantly call to mind types of manly men doing manly things: cowboys throwing bales of hay, old school athletes owning their game and skinny rockstars concealing their rail-thin arms.

So what does it take for an average Joe to step up their swagger with some much needed shearling? Let us show you.

Do: Play With Its Heritage

The shearling jacket was a descendant of the bombers that kept fighter pilots warm back when planes were clunky, unsafe and freezing. Which makes pairing yours with aviators an easy call for an every day go-to look.

Don’t: Be Too Literal

While the historic roots in these jackets run deep, you don’t want to take its style too literal and come off looking like you’re wearing a costume. That means opting out of two of these four options at all times: cowboy boots, jeans, flannel shirts, western hats. Instead pair it with your business basics like dark trousers and penny loafers.

Do: Try New Styles

The great thing about shearling is how many different styles of outerwear its offered in. As more and more designers jump on the 70s bandwagon, shearling has gone from being a barnyard staple to a sophisticated element in the modern man’s wardrobe.

Don’t: Skimp On Fit

One of the reasons shearling gets such a bad rap is because most men don’t know how to find the right fit.  You don’t want a coat or jacket to drown out your entire body. Choose a modern style like a bomber or moto and find one that sits right at your belt loops.

Do: Complement The Texture

Part of what makes a shearling jacket so cool and unique is the texture. Keep that wooly, fuzzy vibe going by adding some tactile layers like a denim shirt and a wool tie.

The next time you want to one-up your comrades in the outerwear department, think twice before cashing in on the traditional toppers and choose a shearling jacket instead.

Stick with shearling.

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