It is almost certain that England will leave the EU on October 31. With or without agreement with the other countries of the Union. The question may seem far removed from our subject of clothing.
Come to think of it, not really. Because buying clothes from across the Channel may well cost more - especially those presented here - from November 1st. It remains to be seen in what proportions depending on the new customs taxes that will be applied. Before this fateful date, I decided to select three nuggets 100% made in UK for you.
But there is a catch: there is no information on the place of manufacture. She is therefore disqualified for these nuggets and I take this opportunity to issue her a red card for the lack of transparency in the matter.
Percival - Waterproof Fiskur Mac
Why this brand?
The Percival brand often appears in our selections, here it is a nugget from one of our readers Luc, there in another article by Nicolò.
Despite a fairly small collection, the range of what Percival offers is vast, from the most sober to the most daring. For my part, my preference is very clearly for the most classic pieces, whose materials and finishes I really like. Like this mohair hoodie that arrived in my wardrobe last year, which I could have bought for its drawstring.
Why this room?
At Percival, as with all other brands, I looked for a piece 100% made in England. Which wasn't easy, because many of them are made in China, which the brand states honestly, without having to search every nook and cranny of their site. Although tempting, I automatically eliminated them because they did not comply with my specifications.
After having disqualified shirts and over-shirts that I liked, especially those in corduroy, I came across this rain jacket. In waxed cotton and with welded seams, it should survive our hexagonal showers. The horn buttons, the drawstring and the contrasting lining make it a pleasant piece to look at.
Nigel Cabourn - Blue check blanket jacket
Why this brand?
At BonneGueule, our signature is “Clothes and men”. Nigel Cabourn 's could be clothes and a man, as he embodies his brand. It was Jordan who introduced me to it during the Parisian Man/Woman show in 2018. Since then I've looked at what he offers quite regularly and I treated myself to an X Lybro Mountain Division Sherpa jacket.
I find the cuts often much too wide, but I really like the way the military and workwear pieces are revisited, the fabrics used, the attention to detail, the quality of the finishes. Looking at the clothes on offer, Nigel Cabourn's intention is obvious: to produce clothes that last, that we pass down from generation to generation. And at BonneGueule, we like that.
Why this room?
Seeing this jacket makes me want to be in winter, even though I don't like the cold. It has a soft side and makes you want to curl up in it, as you would with a blanket on your sofa. Except that now, it becomes possible in the street.
Taking the cut of a duffle coat from Nigel Cabourn's archives, it is made of 78% wool, 22% cotton. As the brand advises, I think it is appropriate to choose a size smaller. I can see myself wearing it with raw jeans and my Red Wing boots. For those who want to be even more daring, it comes in orange .
Private White VC - The Permanent style bridge coat
Why this brand?
I discovered Private White VC while getting lost on the forums, late at night, when all the cats were gray. Reading their site we immediately understand that we are dealing with a venerable old lady, born in Manchester in 1853. And prestigious, for having supplied, in addition to kings and queens, the allied forces with trench coats in 1916, the Royal Air Force in parkas in 1940. There, we say to ourselves that it's serious.
You should know that Private White VC relies on players in the Manchester region, since 90% of the raw materials used are produced within a 40 mile radius of the factory. And, notably, the brand has an integrated repair workshop .
Why this room?
As much, I would still have to do myself a little violence to wear the Nigel Cabourn coat, I might as well say banco right away. Except the price which can dampen my enthusiasm: 995 euros. But considering the history of the brand, the manufacturing quality and the possibility of having it repaired, it is probably more interesting to invest in this coat than to let this sum "sleep" in my Livret A.
Made from a blend of wool and cashmere (80/20), this coat appeals to me with its timeless cut and versatility. . I think it can be used in almost any situation. Chic enough for a formal outfit, it's long enough to cover a suit jacket , but will also go very well with chinos or jeans, with a pair of sneakers. And all its pockets make it easy to use on a daily basis. You might just have to leave it in the locker room for an electro evening.
