Nigel Cabourn Blog Journal – Page 5
The Infamous Short Sleeve Sweatshirt

The Infamous Short Sleeve Sweatshirt

You may have seen the Short Sleeve Sweatshirt look in a few iconic films. One that immediately springs to mind is the 1976 Oscar winning classic ‘Rocky’ (included in our ‘Top 6 Boxing films you should watch’ journal).

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An Interview with Svante Nybyggars, the Urban Hippie

An Interview with Svante Nybyggars, the Urban Hippie

Anyone who lurks pretty heavily on Instagram will probably have come across Svante Nybyggars (AKA @theurbanhippieswe) before. A professional writer based in Malmö, Svante is a connoisseur of classic menswear, and has garnered a strong following thanks to his photos of...

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An Interview with Joe Maphosa

An Interview with Joe Maphosa

To celebrate the launch of the new Nigel Cabourn Army Gym collection, photographer Neil Bedford recently met up with professional boxer Joe Maphosa for a spot of training.  Fighting in the flyweight and super-flyweight categories, Joe made a name for himself...

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In Depth: Duffle Coats

In Depth: Duffle Coats

From the icy waters of the Arctic Ocean to the arid deserts of North Africa, the duffle coat has been protecting people from the elements for over a century. Here’s the story behind it...

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The Roll Call: Winter Coats

The Roll Call: Winter Coats

As the nights draw in and the temperature starts to plummet, anyone looking to face the elements and brave the outdoors will be in need of a well-made piece of outerwear. With winter not far away, here are a few...

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Cinema at Sea: Five Naval Films Worth Watching

Cinema at Sea: Five Naval Films Worth Watching

The wide expanse of the ocean… the claustrophobic confines of a submarine… the endless fear of torpedo attack… the perfect subject matter for cinematic gold, but whilst the army is regularly the focus of overly-dramatic Oscar-fodder, when it comes to...

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In Depth: Smocks and Anoraks

In Depth: Smocks and Anoraks

Warm, windproof and often water-resistant, the over-the-head anorak (or smock, as they’re often known) is perhaps one of the most versatile outerwear innovations, worn everywhere from the Arctic tundra to the high sea.  Nowadays the terms ‘smock’ and ‘anorak’ are...

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The Roll Call: Workshirts

The Roll Call: Workshirts

We’ve just released a selection of work-shirts made as part of the Nigel Cabourn Authentic collection. Each based on different vintage pieces from the archives, they’ve each got a story to tell. With that in mind, here’s a quick breakdown...

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An Interview with Women’s Designer Emilie Casiez

An Interview with Women’s Designer Emilie Casiez

Emilie Casiez is the designer behind the Nigel Cabourn women’s range. Combining a keen eye for detail with a passion for vintage clothing with a story to tell, her designs bring classic shapes right up to date, creating functional clothing for...

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In Depth: Dungarees and Bib Overalls

In Depth: Dungarees and Bib Overalls

Dungarees (or bib overalls, as they’re known in America) are a true classic of utilitarian work-wear design. Worn by carpenters, painters, mechanics, factory workers and pretty much anyone else who requires hard-wearing, no-nonsense clothing, they’ve been a mainstay of the...

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