When it comes to fashion, few adages ring truer than ‘what goes around comes around’. This season, we’ve already witnessed the resurgence of familiar silhouettes, from military jackets to vintage-inspired dusters, proving that in fashion, nothing is ever truly bygone - it’s merely hibernating.
Another design that's joining the nostalgic ranks and ready to cause millennials some major whiplash? Peacoats - the Gossip Girl-coded, double-breasted creation that ruled the school during the early 2010s.
Championed on the spring/summer 2027 runway by longstanding advocate MaxMara, in addition to new fans Bottega Veneta and MM6, the peacoat has a particularly storied sartorial history that unfurled in the seas surrounding Europe’s fashion capitals.
© WireImageThe double-breasted wool design was originally worn by European sailors from as early as the 18th century. Its name is often linked to the Dutch word pijjekker, referring to a jacket made from coarse woollen fabric. Designed to withstand biting winds and rough seas, its broad lapels, sturdy buttons and cropped silhouette have since earned it a place in civilian wardrobes - and not just any old civilians at that.
© ImaxtreeNoughties style icons including Gwyneth Paltrow, Karl Lagerfeld, Alex Chung, Taylor Swift, Jennifer Lawrence, Katie Holmes and Jennifer Aniston were all papped while out and about in the heavyweight layer, giving the piece some cool-girl credentials.
No matter, like all great relics of the Y2K era, the peacoat soon lost its steam, usurped by longer silhouettes such as the trench coat, the Afghan coat (which is still going strong among the West London crowd by the way), and the puffer jacket.
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© WireImageGiven Gen Z’s penchant for rehashing past staples, it was only time before the peacoat bounced back with vigour. We actually saw a subset of the peacoat trend emerge last year - that of the blouse persuasion - which was defined by a distinctive, rounded Peter Pan collar, short puff sleeves and a double-breasted, babydoll buttoned fit.
© ImaxtreeBut now, the OG peacoat is back on the block, ready to reinvigorate your winter-ready wardrobe with some millennial-flecked flair. Shop our favourites below.
Peacoats to shop now:
Oversized Double-Breasted Coat
Chloé
Thanks to its timeless black hue and soft wool-blend, have no doubt that Chloé's double-breasted layer is going to fly off the shelves.
Women's Peacoat
Isabel Marant
Available in a rich deep khaki hue, Isabel Marant's plush peacoat is heading to the top of our winter wishlist.
Wool-Blend Peacoat
H&M
An affordable gem we're eyeing up for the season ahead, H&M's navy peacoat comes complete with a sweet contrast collar in a tan colourway.
Wool Melton Peacoat
Ralph Lauren
Ralph Lauren knows exactly how to nail the classics and this luxurious option, crafted from brushed Italian wool melton, is a case in point.
Tilda Coat
AllSaints
Made from 100 per cotton with fun tab cuffs, welt pockets and a regular fit, AllSaints' Tilda Coat is the perfect pick for those wanting a halfway house between the nostalgic peacoat and classic trench.
Wool Blend Double Breasted Peacoat
Tommy Hilfiger
Tommy Hilfiger gives the nautical classic a polished update with this double-breasted layer, marrying clean tailoring with a snug wool-blend finish.
Oversized Wool Peacoat
A.P.C.
A.P.C. champions understated Parisian style with this recycled wool peacoat, a minimalist investment piece that promises season-long versatility.
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