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THE MEN’S WINTER CAPSULE WARDROBE

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Discover the COS winter archetypes, underscored by heritage materials and a

seasonal palette. 

The men’s capsule wardrobe spotlights the key tenets of winter, encompassing classic menswear pieces that embrace heritage. Pattern and texture form a thread throughout the collection, grounded in a modern sensibility. Discover the key pieces to build the ultimate seasonal wardrobe. 



THE WOOL SUIT 


The new winter suit highlights the capsule wardrobe’s focus on heritage fabrications. It’s crafted from a recycled wool blend in thick flannel, known for its rich tactility, and neatly tailored to a straight silhouette that’s slightly augmented by structured shoulders. Embrace tonal dressing by styling with the dark-grey flannel shirt. 



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THE TWEED TRACK JACKET 


The key jacket of the season strikes a balance of unstudied leisure and traditional fabrications. Sportswear codes are renewed through time-honed tweed, which lends a distinctive look and hand feel. Elevate the track jacket further by styling with wide tailored trousers. 





THE WOOL COAT 


A wool coat is a perennial wardrobe staple. This season, a belted style arrives crafted from a wool blend which is fully reversible – one side is rendered in Prince of Wales checks, while the other is woven in subtle herringbone. Alternatively, a salt-and-pepper tweed piece is expertly tailored to a relaxed silhouette with lightly padded shoulders and angular notch lapels. It’s crafted from a recycled wool blend, lending tactility and warmth.  



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THE WOOL LAYER 


Layering is an important aspect of any winter capsule wardrobe. Classic shirting is reimagined through texture, crafted from recycled wool-blend flannel, carefully brushed for softness. The herringbone overshirt is a key styling piece, perfectly tailored to wear over light knitwear or a T-shirt.  



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THE KEY KNITS 


The new men’s knitwear collection is brought to life through enduring neutrals and richer tones in exceptional materials. A winter classic, the funnel-neck design is spun from pure cashmere certified by The Good Cashmere Standard®. The chunky knit lends warmth and comfort to the capsule, while the vibrant red cashmere crew-neck jumper is an investment piece that embraces colour. The long-sleeved knitted polo shirt embodies a slouchy, unstudied feel, crafted from pure merino wool in a deep red Donegal fleck that encapsulates the richness of the season.



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