These past few weeks have reminded me of something very important with regards to living in Newfoundland. Summers here are undoubtedly wet and chilly. Spring and fall here would be considered rough winters in more temperate areas. There is a bright side to all the gray though! Jackets! Newfoundland's climate really lends to a lot of different outerwear and usually there are a lot of opportunities to rock different types.
Here's 3 different types of jackets that are a little different than the standard North Face jacket that can help you keep dry, warm and stylish:
Harrington Jacket
A classic British lightweight, waist length coat that is perfect for the cool summer nights of England. British outerwear is essentially perfect for Newfoundland, given the similarities of climate. The harrington, traditionally lined with tartan has been fashionable in England for decades within the mod subculture. They can increasingly be found in a rainbow of colors and are an excellent coat that goes with almost any outfit.
Baseball Jacket
A product of American prep style, the baseball jacket is similar to the varsity jacket. Differing in that it normally has a colored band elastic band around the openings of the sleeves and the waist. The baseball coat is a casual coat, normally cut loosely (for sitting down in dugouts!) and looks great with jeans.
MA-1 Bomber
Another American piece, the MA-1 sees its origins within the military, as opposed to high schools. Another example of the enduring influence of military uniforms on civilian wear. Originally created to provide a comfortable, warm jacket for pilots with a utilitarian design with lots of pockets the MA-1 has been long dropped by the military. However, it lives on and is actually a great option for a warm and comfortable coat that looks good.
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