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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
In Depth: Submariner Sweaters and Roll Neck Knits
As autumn rolls around and the mercury plummets, the trappings and trimmings of summer are swapped for the reliable and the homely. Salads make way for hearty soups, light cotton is replaced with thick wool. Somewhere amongst all this, is...
The Roll Call: Knitwear
From cardigans to roll-necks, knitwear has long been a crucial part of the Nigel Cabourn range. All made in Scotland from the highest quality British wool, each jumper in the Authentic collection is built with function firmly in mind, and...
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...
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...
In Depth: A Potted History of Military Trousers and Cargo Pants
From fatigue pants to chinos, military design has donated countless classic trousers to the cultural canon. With this season’s trouser range featuring a few new military-inspired creations (as well as a few Cabourn classics), here’s a brief history of military...