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However, if you have several navy jackets in your arsenal then having a more unusual one like this makes a fine business casual look. Another determining factor of whether this style works or not is how it is worn. The more casual the better - it does not work with full business suits and jackets, especially plaid and windowpane patterns which are unique enough on their own.

Why take the focus off a beautifully patterned jacket with solid contrasting color leather elbow patches? While this may be considered a current trend, it will soon phase itself out as most do.

The same jacket without patches will never be out of style. Before you run to your closets with scissors to cut off all your elbow patches sidebar: any seamstress or tailor will be able to remove them with little-to-no visible damage to the jacket stitching , there are certainly instances where they work very well.

Given the monochromatic coloring of both outfits, the subtle addition of brown suede adds an elegant tone of color, while keeping both looks understated. They were intended for activities, such as hunting.

As the legend says, tweed jacket was used at first in the estate of the Duke of Norfolk. Owing to this the second name of the item appeared. Those days the Norfolk jacket was made of tweed and supplemented with three or four buttons and a belt. It was also characterized with folds for ease of movement and big pockets, where cartridges and provisions were put. As hunters wore guns on shoulder the fabric here and also on the elbows was worn through quickly. May 14, Read More.

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