The Chore Coat Is the Ideal Fall Outerwear Style

The Chore Coat Is the Ideal Fall Outerwear Style

Carhartt WIP Michigan Chore Coat

Carhartt WIP Michigan Chore Coat

We recommend it without reservation for milder temps: a midweight twill insulates you for potential chill and can take an absolute beating, whether you’re chopping logs for the winter ahead or grilling up at the tailgate.

Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket

Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket

Taylor Stitch makes its signature chore coat in a wide range of colors and fabrics, and it’s the kind of garment that’s so well-made and so perfectly and authentically designed that it it’s not difficult to imagine wanting to invest in a few different ones.

Universal Works Messi Check Bakers Chore Jacket

Universal Works Messi Check Bakers Chore Jacket

Central to Universal Works is the idea of “contempary menswear”, which manifests in a variety of inspired workwear from the U.K.-founded label. We particularly love their tentpole Bakers Chore Jacket Style for it’s subtle print and boxy fit.

Dickies Denim Blanket Lined Chore Coat

Dickies Denim Blanket Lined Chore Coat

When it comes to traditional American workwear, you’re not gonna do a whole lot better than Dickies. And when it comes to Dickie’s interpretation of this traditional French style, well, you’re gonna wanna look to the brand’s Denim Blanket-Lined Chore Coat for some serious coatage.

RRL Indigo Jersey Chore Jacket

RRL Indigo Jersey Chore Jacket

Another Americana-inspired Chore Coat from Ralph Lauren’s western offshoot RRL, the Indigo Jersey Chore Coat is cut exactly like the rugged wild west outerwear from the 1930s. Its dense cotton jersey weave is true indigo-dyed for that retro denim look.

Barbour Chore Casual Jacket

Barbour Chore Casual Jacket

Heritage label Barbour is unparalleled when it comes to functional, classic-looking garments that will undoubtedly wear in beautiful. Much like their unrivaled waxed jackets, their take on the Chore Coat sports a handsome contrast collar and appropriately sized pockets, for all your potential goodies.

Everlane French Terry Chore Coat

Everlane French Terry Chore Coat

Unlike most of the numbers on this list, Everlane’s Chore Coat is spun from blanket-soft French terry — while it might not be the best material for getting your hands dirty, it sure as hell will keep you comfortable and, dare we say, cozy, as temps continue to dip.

Todd Snyder Brushed Wool Chore Coat

Todd Snyder Brushed Wool Chore Coat

Todd Snyder’s sophisticated take on the chore coat features premium brushed Italian virgin wool, historically accurate patch pockets and not a whole lot else — just the way it was intended.

Wallace and Barnes Chore Jacket in Duck Canvas

Wallace and Barnes Chore Jacket in Duck Canvas

J.Crew’s long-running in-house workwear brand Wallace and Barnes has been as instrumental as anyone in bringing the chore coat back to prominence

Alex Crane Kite Jacket

Alex Crane Kite Jacket

Alex Crane’s take on the Chore Coat is called the Kite Jacket, and it’s admirable in its simplicity, boasting a no-frills design and a relaxed, comfortable fit. It’s made from organic cotton that you can tell is going to get cozier and cozier with wear.

Patagonia Iron Forge Hemp Chore Coat

Patagonia Iron Forge Hemp Chore Coat

Patagonia claims the “Iron Forge Hemp” canvas material used in the construction of this piece is 25% more durable than traditional cotton duck canvas and doesn’t require any break-in time. 

OlderBrother Wax Panel Chore Coat

OlderBrother Wax Panel Chore Coat

Patagonia claims the “Iron Forge Hemp” canvas material used in the construction of this piece is 25% more durable than traditional cotton duck canvas and doesn’t require any break-in time. 

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