Recent content by derryman

Hi. I’d appreciate any forum recommendations on an eight panel cap (newsboy/baker boy type) that’s more high and tight than the more popular bulbous/floppy options. I already own a few of the latter but I don’t think they look the best on my disproportionately small head and large shoulders :)

Thank you very much for the welcome and to everyone else who has been so kind to a first time poster. I can’t put my finger on why but the highwayman doesn’t appeal to me as much as some of the other jackets. I think it’s the boxy cut. I’m reading up on the sheen now. That’s a fine looking...

Burgundy’s an interesting option. I’ve burgundy shoes and boots that I bought because I like the colour. Working with brown and black didn’t factor in my buying decision but has turned out to be useful. I’d have to see a burgundy jacket in the flesh before buying one so I doubt I will to be...

Those are good looking jackets. Getting the exact same jacket in black has crossed my mind. If doing so I would enjoy considering options like the leather type, lining, and whether to size up a bit for winter layering. My BR is comfortable but too tight for much layering.

Thanks everyone. I used to rarely wear black clothing but for whatever reason I’ve found myself wearing it more and finding my brown BR just doesn’t look the best in combination. I’ve a black waxed Barbour but I’d rather have a good leather jacket. A bootlegger in black is a very appealing...

Hi, first time poster. Searched on this topic but didn’t find anything so apologies if it has been discussed before. I was wondering if you all had opinions on leather jackets that look better in black vs brown? My reason for asking is I’m ruminating on getting a black leather jacket from Aero...