The Pea Coat With its flat wide lapels, characteristic six button layout, and double breasted fit, the thick wool pea coat is ideal to ward off the elements on a chilly winter’s day. The coat’s origins lay in the uniforms issued to the British Navy in 1899, this design was later adopted by the US Navy (it was called the reefer coat) for their crew. Far from its naval roots, the pea coat is now a menswear staple. Modern iterations are cut just below the hips for comfort and though navy blue is the most popular colour, options are available in grey, olive green, and khaki as well. Though the origins of the name is unclear, it is believed to have come from the Dutch word ‘pijjekker‘, which describes a naval jacket that dates back to the 16th century.
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