Nigel Cabourn - Page 3

I'm between a 48 and 50 in most things. My chest is at 40" on the dot, which means a small 50 for most brands, and a large 48. For something fashiony, like Geller, I might go with a size 48 for a more streamlined look, and I like the chest to have between 2-3" of clearance (which is actually very little). However, for heritage brands, I prefer the fits to be a little more TTS, and Cabourn stuff is not cut very large as is, the parka styled jackets being the exceptions.

Thanks for posting the video Fuuma. It was a fun watch.

While I try to lean militaria especially in the winter, and I can see that influence in a lot of Cabourn stuff, I am just never that into most of his pieces. There have been a few exceptions - he had this kind of duffle trench with an inset leather belt that went for peanuts at a recent sale that I figure I'll carry a torch for for a while. Awesome piece of outerwear. But most of the stuff posted in here just isn't quite hitting home with me; I could describe most of the stuff as "close but no cigar". The peacoat is a good example - nice piece and I like the strap / leather detail on the sleeves, but something's just not quite right with the pocket accents and buttons. I recognize opinions vary on this.

Cabourn runs quite slim on almost everything I have tried (which isn't a ton). I have a 39" chest, and I can wear 48 in most knitwear. Although, I had to stretch my two lambswool vests in 48, but not my funnel neck sweater in the same size. The cameraman in 50 fits me perfectly, with room for a heavy sweater underneath. I would guess that Fok is the same sizing, unless his shoulders are particularly broad. Mine are about 18" for shirts. p.s.- Here is Tres Bien Shop's Flickr set from Pitti Uomo and here's a photoset from the original Ascent of Cabourn Exhibition. There used to be a video, but I can't find it.

I had a chance to see some Cabourn the last time I was in NYC, really loved the construction and detailing. IMO the best pieces are the ones with the fabric mixing - the cameraman jacket, and even that peacoat with the leather banded cuffs. I wasn't that big of a fan of the everest parka.

^Where'd you see the pea coat in NYC?

Hmm based on the measurements I figured I'd probably be a 50 in a few of the items I've been looking at, but now you have me thinking I'd be a 52.

I am normally 40 US, and the flight jacket size 50 I bought from the recent superdenim sale is very tight, so I should have sized up. Otherwise I tried the Everest and the Storm parkas and a 48 could work for a normal/slim fit. I also have a thick sweater size 48 which is just fine.

Adam personally I think you'd be a 50... I'm a 48 in the Cameraman (tried on SS10 and FW10 versions) and IIRC I believe you're generally 1 size above me in EG and WWM right? (For reference I wear a Medium.) Also I needed a 50 in Cabourn knitwear.

I like the modern looking Cabourn pieces (like the bomber jackets, Everest parka, duffel coat), but the vintage waxed / tweed are not for me.
I liked in the pics the Storm jacket, but in real life looks very utility/workwear, very close to Barbour to me. I have two Barbour waxed jackets, but lately I prefer the Belstaff for the fit.
I'll wait for the next sales, I would buy an Everest parka in navy, but the RRP is just crazy.

I can't see the everest being very practical tbh.

Adam if you're 41-42 chest you won't fit into 50.

I plan to get some Cabourn pieces if I can get the right fit. Most brands with a focus on the Japanese market don't tend to favor 6"2" torsos or 35" sleeve length. Any idea if Cabourn sweaters and jackets will fit my build?

I like Cucinelli and won't ditch it. I mix and blend looks that I like. I wear street apparel in certain settings often blending it with a tailored piece or modern accessory (much to the chagrin of the Selfedge set) and favor sportswear or tailored clothing in others.

i REALLY like the reversible flannel,

but have yet to see a piece from NC that I don't like...

I doubt I'll ever own a single piece, but certainly an admirable brand with beautiful pieces.