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Chimala Wool Coverall

I could've used one of these yesterday. It was raining, it was windy, it was cold. Chimala, while extremely enigmatic, is always impressive to me and this coverall even more so than usual. The materials are a great mix of perfectly weighted melton wool with soft cotton lining and chambray finishing under the collar, all of which are of the highest quality. Nice design details like the use of bar tacks throughout (the orange ones on the cuffs are dynamite) raglan sleeves, wood buttons and metal eyelets under the arms give the coverall tons of personality. It's a great wool piece that would be perfect for under the parka and over the sweater. Or when it's slightly warmer out it'd be great as a jacket on its own. This one has a very good tailored fit to it which only made me want it more when I tried it on a couple of days ago. Available at Lark

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Chimala Par Avion Shirt

Chimala is a brand we haven't really ever mentioned on the blog but not for any particular reason because they make top quality garments that fit well and look great. It's a splinter brand from 45rpm which explains the similar aesthetic and makes it a little easier to trust. It's also a little more accessible as I first saw it at Lark here in Vancouver.  While I've liked pretty much everything I've seen of the brand the Par Avion shirt is a personal favourite that connects with me. Very clean and utilitarian looking but with all the right details and impeccable construction. Made from heavy greyish/brown cotton twill the shirt is a little thicker and has a nice texture to it. The inner seams are finished with token orange tape stitch for a unique detail and the large square flap pockets without a button are something lacking in my closet. It might seem boring I suppose, seeing as it's just another greyish button down shirt, but Bart Simpson wears the same red tee and blue shorts every day and I always thought he looked cool...

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