The Drifter design follows a similar silhouette to our Lincoln Waistcoat and features vintage-style branded buttons, 5 pockets, including a secret pocket in the chest with a more rounded hemline.
The Drifter is part of a new collection and the launch edition has been crafted from a cotton twill Hickory stripe weave, lined with a 15oz chambray fabric. The ‘Railroad Stripe’ has been used across history for making overalls, trousers and traditional caps. The ‘Railroad Stripe’ has been used across history for making overalls, trousers and traditional caps. Favoured for its hard-wearing qualities and because the stripe would mask oil stains and other marks as the wearer carried out their daily tasks.
MODEL WEARS MEDIUM: Chest 38” // Waist 33.5” // Height 6ft 2”
We're heading back to our origins with this piece, taking traditional workwear aesthetics and hard-wearing fabrics to create a future classic for our Pioneers.
I have never found a waistcoat like this - it's unique, stylish and timeless.
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From Edward VII to the modern-day Pioneer
Origins
Manual for Life The term ‘waistcoat’ is derived from the cutting of the cloth used to make them, as prior to their invention British tailors would cut the cloth for a coat much longer than that of a waistcoat. Over the years they have been in and out of fashion but we belive they are an essential in any Pioneers wardrobe. With a few rules of course. We support pioneers and those willing to break the norm, so our rules are as as simple guide. Style your waistcoat however you like, it’s the perfect layered companion.
Keep it fitted A baggy waistcoat is never a good look, so buy the right size and cinch in if it isn’t quite right.
Be seen and not heard Stick to neutral colours - A waistcoat should be seen and not heard… don’t go loud and keep things neutral and understated.
Undo the bottom button This stems from a story that Edward VII would unfasten the bottom button as he put on weight and his court followed suit.
Be versatile Not just for wedding days - The modern waistcoat can be warn in many different ways to either dress up or dress down.
Style Tip: Keep your waistcoat fitted, muted and always undo the bottom button. We would hate to upset the king.
Made in Turkey
Features
- Smartly styled classic cotton waistcoat
- Adjustable brass cinch buckle at back to cinch in the waist
- Versatile exterior and interior pocket configuration
- Twill weave hickory stripe fabric with a 15oz Chambray lining
- Vintage-style branded buttons
- In S, M, L, XL and XXL
Care Instructions
For specific care instructions, see our guide to caring for your product.
