Lessons in Layering…

Lessons in Layering…

The longest days of winter are behind us but it's not over yet...

Layering knitwear with our gilets not only ensures you're ready for whatever the weather brings, but can be a smart day-to-night, walk-to-work, meeting-to-dinner sartorial game plan. Whether you're layering knitwear over shirts and under jackets or with fail-safe trans seasonal gilets; there are tricks to ensure you're feeling comfortable but not adding too many bulky layers or feeling overly casual....

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With a choice of crew neck, roll neck, zip neck, sportshirt or cable knit style, we have a large selection of highly considered knitwear staples to rotate all season long. Crafted in the finest Scottish wool and cashmere, spun in a range of hues that are both classic and relevant, working with your existing wardrobe…

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Our best-selling Grasmere Gilets are loved by city and country folk alike. A classic wardrobe staple that works in all seasons delivering warmth and style, available in 4 classic colourways…

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The trick to layering knitwear and gilets throughout the seasons is to get the sizing right and choose different gauges of knitwear that don't add too much bulk.  If it's really cold you can throw on a coat over the gilet.  My favourite combination is the brushed Gingham Shirt, Caspian Shetland Crew and a mushroom Grasmere Gilet worn with Denim Jeans; exactly what I am wearing as I type this!  I may add a navy Farington Field coat and checked Cashmere Scarf for my journey back to the Cotswolds this evening... JP


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