I popped all the way over to the other side of the office where I work to check out Stone-Dri's offerings for this year's Spring/Summer & Autumn/Winter seasons. The Manchester based menswear brand who specialise in outerwear have been making some nice pieces since their comeback last year. Stone-Dri were pretty big players in the menswear market back in the 1950s, specialising technical outerwear, usually in waterproof and protective fabrics.
Above are a few pieces that caught my eye, as always with menswear it's all in the detail. The green and olive tweed 3-pocket jacket was the standout, which is based on one of their original models. Both of this year's collections are on solid and functional pieces which can easily slot into any chap's wardrobe without making too much noise. Other than jackets there's cord shirts, contrast pocket t-shirts, buttoned sweatshirts and some nice heavy knits. All manufactured within the walls of Greater Manchester, winner.
Oh fuck I really want a menswear jacket, this isn't helping! Nice to see local stuff too.
ReplyDeleteI quite fancy that first coat for myself!
ReplyDeleteThe last jacket is amazing. I´m a sucker for man jackets..they always have the best design!
ReplyDeleteI used to work in a brand called Stone too! hahah bad memories -.-
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thanks for the travelling and posting this! I like the first jacket especially, it's great to see macintosh-style fabric and tweed coming back, perhaps inspired by the Mallory/Cameraman Cabourn jacket. Is this one essentially similar to their own original? Either way, great info, thanks.
ReplyDeleteThose first two jackets are stunning, the cut and fabric choice is unreal. I agree with Laura that first coat I would wear myself !!
ReplyDeleteThis is what I like to call utilitarian uber-chic, and I think they could look amazing with the right styling!
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The first Jacket is charming! I sort of want it for me. I bought a pair of breeks for £2 recently and this would go nicely! ahahaha
ReplyDeleteI wish I was going on hols. It's a relentless roll of networking blah di blah that I am both awful at and hate immensely. Ah well at least there is sun and warmth to be had in Cape Town. I MUST NOT COMPLAIN!
What a great array of coats and jackets! Very practical and indeed for every man! Also, I love the way you write! Great post!
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Very practical and indeed for every man.
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