Jacket for winters in the UK?

[tarunds]

am in the market for winter jackets in the UK. It is mainly cold around 5 degress to -3 degrees, windy and rainy. My requirements are A daily workhouse jacket however formal enough that i can go to work. I am a doctor

some of the options i see are:
1. Parkas:warm but overkill for uk. Canada goose seems a common option but expensive?
2. Down/puffer jacket: these are most commonly seen around, i used to have a burberry detachable down jacket although really stylish however i felt cold in it while walking across street

any other options?

 

[KOz]

Overcoats and peacoats. Private white has some nice ones.

 

[Mr Tickle]

Are you a hospital doctor or a GP? GPs at my surgery seem to dress very casually (like hoodies and t-shirts casually) whereas hospital docs still often wear shirts and ties.
Just mentioning it as this would obviously have implications for your coat.
If you're a doc that can get away with casual then a raglan overcoat is a nice middle ground.

 

[breakaway01]

You didn’t specify length but ‘jacket’ could mean you’re looking for something short. For a rainy, windy winter I’d suggest something a little longer—the Norwegian Rain Single-Breasted coat. You probably want a hood and a water-resistant material. You can buy separate liners for this coat to add warmth. It is my go-to coat for the climate you describe.

 

[tarunds]

Sorry, am fairly new to the country and trying to catchup on best way to dress in winters. I am based in South of England near Brighton.
I got a navy Loro piana (90% wool & 10% cashmere ) bespoke overcoat made in India however the challenge i find is many times it rains and is windy so get worried if managing an overcoat is tricky in this kinda weather?
I see some people wearing trench coats but i dont ustd its utility?
Could you wear a cardigan and put a trench coat on to prevent from wind and rains?

I used to have a burberry puffer jacket which recently got nicked and am on a lookout for an alternative?

My appropriate style would be a little semi formal ranging from chinos to trousers as bottoms.

Canada goose jackets look nice but mighty expensive and dont know if they are worth spending? Also dont know what length would be better for this kinda all purpose jacket? Waist or till thighs?

Other parkas or jackets by north face and rab are too sporty to wear to work. The only option i found reasonable was this one but i dont know anything about the brand?

Dubarry of Ireland Urlingford Parka

 

[tarunds]

You didn’t specify length but ‘jacket’ could mean you’re looking for something short. For a rainy, windy winter I’d suggest something a little longer—the Norwegian Rain Single-Breasted coat. You probably want a hood and a water-resistant material. You can buy separate liners for this coat to add warmth. It is my go-to coat for the climate you describe.

Is it warm enough and how do you layer it?
does it work in peak windy winters in UK?

 

[tarunds]

Are you a hospital doctor or a GP? GPs at my surgery seem to dress very casually (like hoodies and t-shirts casually) whereas hospital docs still often wear shirts and ties.
Just mentioning it as this would obviously have implications for your coat.
If you're a doc that can get away with casual then a raglan overcoat is a nice middle ground.

Thanks, i have a nice overcoat that i recently got made but issue is with getting wet when walking on street after parking to the office or market etc.

 

[breakaway01]

Is it warm enough and how do you layer it?
does it work in peak windy winters in UK?

With the full liner it’s comfortable at -10C over a sportcoat and tie. Without the liner I can wear it in the spring or fall. I live in Michigan in the US. The fabric is windproof and does very well in windy wet weather.

 

[Mr Tickle]

Thanks, i have a nice overcoat that i recently got made but issue is with getting wet when walking on street after parking to the office or market etc.

The traditional counter to the English weather for the classically-attired man is an umbrella.

 

[C010101]

I would avoid the Canada goose jacket, especially in the UK. The kind of people who often don those types of jackets carry somewhat of a negative connotation. If you're looking for something a bit smart, but not overly formal then give Ted Baker a browse. They have nice peacoat jackets, which I believe are reasonably priced and good quality.

 

[tarunds]

With the full liner it’s comfortable at -10C over a sportcoat and tie. Without the liner I can wear it in the spring or fall. I live in Michigan in the US. The fabric is windproof and does very well in windy wet weather.

Just wondering if this is the one?

Single Breasted Homme

A classic single breasted coat. A well cut, easy to wear, and easy to style. Versatile in all it's simplicity, proving that less is always more! Waterproof (Water column 20 000mm) Breathable (15-20 000g/m2/24hrs) cashmere trimmings in collar horn buttons water tunnel defined shoulders...

norwegianrain.com

& the liner

Thermal Indie Lining Homme

Our new quilted lining. A request for a lining that works well with all our styles, and all of your other coats too, sent us to the drawing board.

norwegianrain.com

The only other alternative i could find here is a wax jacket by barbour which also comes with a liner.
Could you compare the two?

Also, i am a avg built, Med size so is it similar or different to usual sizes as i am unsure if they have outlet/stockists in the uk?
Also, does the liner and it being waterproof make it too hot?

Thanks

 

[breakaway01]

Just wondering if this is the one?

Single Breasted Homme

A classic single breasted coat. A well cut, easy to wear, and easy to style. Versatile in all it's simplicity, proving that less is always more! Waterproof (Water column 20 000mm) Breathable (15-20 000g/m2/24hrs) cashmere trimmings in collar horn buttons water tunnel defined shoulders...

norwegianrain.com

Yes, that is the model I was referring to.

& the liner

Thermal Indie Lining Homme

Our new quilted lining. A request for a lining that works well with all our styles, and all of your other coats too, sent us to the drawing board.

norwegianrain.com

there is also a vest liner if you don't need/want something as warm.

The only other alternative i could find here is a wax jacket by barbour which also comes with a liner.
Could you compare the two?

There are many Barbour models. I've only tried on the Beaufort and Bedale models -- don't think I tried either on with a liner. The aesthetic is obviously different. You'll have to decide for yourself which you prefer. The Beaufort and Bedale jackets are much shorter than the NR coat, so you won't get as much coverage in inclement weather.

Also, i am a avg built, Med size so is it similar or different to usual sizes as i am unsure if they have outlet/stockists in the uk?

The NR SB runs small so I'd size up. I am a pretty standard 36R in tailored clothing and a size small in most brands, and I sized up to a Medium in the NR Single Breasted.

Also, does the liner and it being waterproof make it too hot?

I am not sure what context you mean by "too hot". I wrote above that the jacket + liner works down to -10C over a sportcoat and tie. Above 5-10C you might want to take the liner out. The nice thing is that the liner(s) give you considerable flexibility.