Oeuvres of Outerwear

Burberry Prorsum's Fall 2010 collection last year presented what has come to be known as some of the most flawless pieces of outerwear that has ever been introduced into the fashion community. Namely, that highly coveted unisex shearling aviator jacket that has had editors, models, photographers, and street-wise style subjects drooling in fascination. The reason being that this shearling jacket exhibits all of the most desirable aspects of the ideal outerwear garment: perfect proportion, sleek lines, and just the right amount of edge to push the boundaries of your own sense of style. And when it comes to men's style, pushing boundaries is essential. In our world, outerwear is a reliable source of variation and that certain je ne sais quoi.

Think about it. The typical "stylish" attire for men usually includes something surrounding a button-up shirt, a nice belt, a great pair of trousers, and oxfords. Not bad, but nothing special. Slip on a Burberry trench, a Rick Owens leather jacket, or a Prada duffle coat, however, and all expectations are thrown out the window. Taking such a simple step as adding one more piece makes the world of difference between an "ok" ensemble and its incredibly chic alternative.

Text Ricardo Hernandez

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