Description

The De Bonne Facture Harris Tweed Forest Navy Houndstooth Overshirt is part of a soft tailoring collection inspired by the connection between workwear and applied academia, as seen in the style of the most prominent professors from the 1950s through the 1990s. With a focus on sustainability and connecting the garment to the landscape, this Overshirt is made from a 14 oz. Harris Tweed® home treadle loomed in the Scottish Isles from 100% British Virgin Wool using a traditional method for over a century, where the shear is "dyed in the wool" to allow unique characteristics to be revealed when spinning the yarn in this forest green, rust, grey, plum, and navy houndstooth check. With a minimalist design approach inspired by vintage fashion, each element carries thematic consistency and purpose with details like set-in sleeves and a classic silhouette that allows for movement and layering, full lining in a cotton/viscose blend for the body and sleeves to provide an elevated finished feel, buttoned flap front patch chest pockets and side seam lower hand pockets for carrying and convenience, and high-character genuine horn buttons utilized on the front placket and cuffs for rich refinement. Paying homage to the classic military issue CPO shirt from the early 1930s onward, this piece is atelier-made in Pantin, France, by outerwear specialist M. Erbas, which provides the soul of fine regional craftsmanship and, when combined with the authenticity of fully traceable natural materials, the yield is an artisanal piece for the timeless wardrobe of the contemporary fashion connoisseur. Featuring premium materials and production with a historical approach to a forward-focused look, the Harris Tweed Houndstooth Overshirt will add polished execution to any casual luxury ensemble for the office, event, or excursion.