When we saw this jacket from Private White in New York at the MRkt Show we instantly knew that we had to bring this to our customers.
Private White is an English concern that pays homage to WW I hero, Private Jack White. This collection has subtle nods to its military legacy, and it represents the highest standards in British manufacturing. If you want, read about Jack White HERE. One lasting legacy of WWII British manufacturing is the fabric called Ventile. It was a fabric developed for the British RAF pilots that would increase their chance of survival should they have to ditch out over the cold ocean waters. While wearing Ventile, the pilots could maintain warmth and stay dry for periods of time until they could be rescued. It’s a fabric that is 100% cotton and it features an extremely tight weave to maintain waterproofing.
The coat we’re featuring here is part outerwear and part sport coat. Both windproof and waterproof, it is the ideal travel companion. And in a day where carry on’s and versatility are the name of the game, this coat is nothing short of perfect. It’s rugged enough for daily wear, but sophisticated enough to gain you entrance in a decent restaurant.
If you (or someone you know) is a frequent traveler, then this jacket is for you (or them.)
Shown below are three interpretations of a weekend getaway with this great coat.
Sweater – Alex Cannon / Tattersall Shirt – Overton / Pants – Hiltl / Belt – W. Kleinberg / Chelsea Boots – Dubarry / Socks – Scott Nichols
Denim – AG Denim / Belt – W. Kleinberg / Shawl Sweatshirt – Agave Denim / Sportshirt – New England Shirt / Scarf – Trumbull Rhodes / Chelsea Boots – Dubarry / Socks – Scott Nichols
Wool 5 pocket pant – Peter Millar Collection / Spread Collar Shirt – Seaward & Stearn / Tie – Martin Dingman / Sweater Vest – Alan Paine / Scarf – Chelsey / Gloves – Barbour / Chelsea Boots – Dubarry / Socks – Martin Dingman
We also carry a 3/4 length raincoat in Ventile from Private White
Introducing the Luxe Collection
M. S. McClellan is proud to be a part of an exclusive group of retailers across the country that are presenting the Luxe Collection starting this weekend!
It’s a wardrobe collection of clothing and outerwear that has been exclusively curated by Michal Sestak’s showroom in New York. Featuring items from Baldassari, Sealup, Doriani and Inis Meain, the Luxe Collection represents the “best of the best” with a nod to the contemporary European styling prevalent today.
We look forward to showing this exciting collection that is available in only 12 other stores across the country.
CLICK HERE TO SEE THE LUXE COLLECTION LOOK BOOK
A Perfect Fall Day
It’s late in coming. God knows it’s late in coming, but fall is here. There’s still time for outings to the Smokies and other East Tennessee environs, and when that time comes you’ll want some of these items below.
Quilted jacket – Barbour / Full zip sweater with wind shield – Barbour / Denim – Agave / Sportshirt – David Donahue / Boots – Wolverine / Socks – Scott Nichols / Scarf – Seaward and Stearn / Beanie and gloves – Barbour
The Beginnings of Fall
It’s hard to believe right now, but any moment the winds of fall will begin to blow in. And in typical East Tennessee fashion, the cooler temperatures will arrive and the beautiful colors of the season will emerge. It will be a time of heading to the mountains, bourbon by a fire and a Saturdays at Neyland. You will soon be thinking of sweaters, cords, flannels and these beauties.
M. S. McClellan has a healthy selection of fall suits and sport jackets from Samuelsohn, Canali, Hickey Freeman and Southwick. And we think you’ll be excited by the subtle expressions of rust, brown and blue. They’ll pair handsomly with our dress trousers from Zanella or Ballin and a nice pair of suede kicks. If you’re dressing down, then match up with a shirt from Eton and denim from Agave, 34 Heritage or AG.
There’s no doubt that you’re going to be tempted by these fall offerings that have already arrived. More are coming, but why not get a head start on the season?
And this sport coat from Hickey Freeman might just be the hit of the season!
Wildsam City Guides
“For tireless seekers of the authentic” – Wall Street Journal
When I moved to Nashville in 1992 there was nothing like the city guides you see here from Wildsam. Granted, the Nashville of 1992 and the Nashville of now are polar opposites, but I still didn’t have any bearings on where the locals went or what businesses were run by “true originals”. Over time and through friends I made, I would find these things out, but it’s always a little helpful to have a head start.
That’s where these city guides from Wildsam come in. As Conde Nast says, “these guides get at the soul of a city.” And they do. They are the best city guides of their kind. Wildsam guides get down to the brass tacks, and give you the direction you need to dive into a city and come away with a memorable trip. If you want to get far off the tourist trail then these guides are for you. The select suggestions given in these guides could just as well be smart picks a close friend might offer. It all adds up to guides that lead to inspiring and memorable travel.
These guides get their authenticity from a heavy reliance on the advice of locals – prominent and not so prominent. When I saw listings for Hawk’s Crawfish, Fred’s Lounge and Pascal’s Manale, I knew the New Orleans guide was for real. Likewise, when I saw Lafayette Hot Dogs in the Detroit guide there was no doubt the locals had been consulted. These guides aim to shed light on the lesser known, the complex, the real things. And they succeed brilliantly.
With the summer season starting up, these Wildsam’s guides are the perfect inspiration for your travels. Full of maps, artwork, interviews with locals, listings of the best of the best, suggestions for food, drink and action as well as essays that give insight into the personality of the city, these guides are a must have.
M. S. McClellan proudly stocks guides for Nashville, Charleston, New Orleans, Detroit, Brooklyn, Austin and San Francisco.
– Bob
Going to Brooklyn? Here are some essentials….
Apparently, Austin is known for their swimming holes… Here’s where you can find the best ones…
A handy guide to deciphering the fog signals in San Francisco…
A cool interview with a Shinola watchmaker in Detroit…
An interview with the oyster shucker at Pascal’s Manale in New Orleans. Think he knows a thing or two about the city?
Who better to write about the heartbeat of Nashville than Rosanne Cash …
If you happen to be caught in Charleston and find yourself in need of some emergency rags…Grady Ervin, M. Dumas, Ben Silver and Berlin’s all check out. And they are friends, too!
If you want some side trips while visiting New Orleans then here they are…and they’re legit.
All guides, like this one for Austin, feature a wide variety of local contributors who know the ins and outs of their cities…