Overshirts & Shackets for Men: Timeless or Trend?

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00:00 Overshirts & Shackets Introduction
In recent years, there has been a surge in popularity for the overshirt and it’s touted as being one of the biggest trends in menswear. Yes, we’re all about classic style and not fast fashion, but even the classic two-piece suit is an evolution of something that started earlier on in history!
02:33 Early History of the Overshirt
If you’re a regular reader, you know that we love finding out the origins of the clothes that we wear today and what exactly is it about them that makes them classic. We’ve looked at many different items of menswear, such as suits, shoes, and even gloves, to explore their long and storied history as to how they’ve evolved over time.
03:22 Paul Newman & Modern Overshirt History
05:07 Quality Overshirts: 1. Sturdy Fabric
06:21 2. Comfortable Fit
07:04 3. Useful Pockets
08:36 Do overshirts belong in your wardrobe?
There’s no denying that an overshirt is on the more casual end of the menswear spectrum, which is why I’m here instead of Raphael or Preston. But, that doesn’t mean to say you can only wear casual clothes as some other style sites might have you think.
09:22 Outfit ideas: Casual Looks
10:17 More Formal Looks
11:23 Ideal Seasons for Overshirts
Although an overshirt is an ideal transitional layering piece, you can wear one year-round, even in the depths of winter or at the height of summer. It all depends on how you choose to layer it by adding items from your wardrobe in seasonal fabrics, such as breezy linens and seersucker in the heat and cozy wools and flannels in the cold.
12:09 Verdict: Timeless or Trend?
Well, it’s certainly not a brand new item of clothing that was designed just a few years ago as we saw with its origins in late 19th-century workwear. So, it’s definitely stood the test of time.
The fact that when you look at one of those historical garments next to a more modern version today, you could go out and buy one. It really is remarkable how little the overall design has changed.
But, what really ticks the box for us is the multitude of styling options and the ease of which and how you can incorporate an overshirt into your wardrobe for both formal and even casual looks. Therefore, we say that, on balance, the overshirt is a timeless garment.
13:00 Outfit Rundown
Do you have an overshirt and how do you like to wear it? If you don’t own a shacket yet, have we convinced you to get one? Let’s chat in the comments!

[@miggy7165]

These types of overshirts, but as a quilted flannel shirt, had been popular in cold weather states for decades. It's perfect for when it's too cold to go without a jacket, but not cold enough for a winter coat.

[@alexsherel3344]

Great for layering when cold in AM, then getting warmer plus actually working. Just take it off…

[@ianhindmarsh882]

Definite fan of overshirts. The first thing my wife ever bought me, 20 years ago, was an overshirt. Been wearing it and others ever since...

[@atraveldiary2922]

Bro the way you explain is so much better than these wannabe influencers who shout and yell, annoying af!!!!

[@oliveoil2x]

Really appreciate the well presented, supported & thoroughly thought out explanations. My son is 13 and I’m utilizing selections from your many instructional videos - to help guide my son towards creating a self image that supports his inner self- dressing with care, character, and respect for himself and others. It’s difficult to know the ins and outs of men’s wear and I am schooling myself to better understand and aid my son though his teen years - building confidence to dress appropriately in a world that has forgotten so many important details. It’s so helpful to hear your points of view and well expressed opinions. We appreciate it!

[@gentlemansgazette]

It's our pleasure, Bonnie! Which of our videos have you and your son found to be most useful so far? :)

[@oliveoil2x]

@@gentlemansgazette Y’all have been such a help! My son Clayton (13) became interested in your videos when he over heard Preston hosting the video about grenadine ties. We have gathered many retro ties from a local thrift store, and this video helped him to identify and learn more about a few very unique ties in his collection. We dress for Sunday church each week and it’s become more difficult for me to explain why some choices and combinations do not work well, while others do. It confuses him and I think the last thing he wants - would be fashion lessons from his mother. So, I have been watching many of your series to help me learn and better explain things to him. I’ve shown him clips from many of your suit videos, which help him to better understand how color matching and textures work with each other. The videos that illustrate the do’s and don’ts of combinations (avoiding a costume look, but maintaining unique looks) have really helped, where I struggled to help my son understand finer points of dressing uniquely without clashing or going too far as to be lost in the look. The most helpful tips have actually been drawn from the descriptive breakdown of the ‘video ensemble’ at the conclusion of most videos. That has really taught him a lot in a ‘quick tip’ sort of demo to reinforce what he’s seen and learned. To date, he may have been most attentive to the table manners videos! I was so impressed at how he took in and considered every point of etiquette (though I think for a growing teenage boy, fun videos about eating good food are always a bit appealing). ♥️ Just want to extend a huge thank you to your whole team. Y’all are making a positive difference! Thank you!

[@DaveNagrom]

GREAT! I am doing the same with my 17 year old nephew. He is going off to college next fall, and I want him to have a solid sense of himself, and his style, to distinguish himself from his peers, in a positive way. Channels like this, really help!

[@slimphotog]

Gentleman's Gazette is a great resource.

[@nathanhunt9105]

I just bought a tweed overshirt from Spier & Mackay and it was just delivered today. I think the tweed, button & pocket style really help to elevate it.

[@ugursenturk5860]

Kyle WE NEED you to make more casual outfit inspiration for everyday wear. Not everybody here is 'business man'. İd love ideas for clothes for at home, shopping etc normal day to life. At work me.personally have a uniform so suits are illervant to me as it can be for others İ love your style .

[@marquiswallace9957]

Great video. I have a chocolate suede over shirt that I have previously worn with my brown chucka boots. I have stopped wearing it thinking that it was more trendy than timeless. Thank you for restoring my confidence in my purchase years ago. Also appreciate the tips as to how to style it.

[@noluvsouljah]

I’m a simple man: I see GG post a vid, I click

[@alekseizaitsev4531]

I use to wear an overshirt but made with a clothe that in El Salvador we call "manta", its cotton but... pressed (?) it is so fresh and protect my skin from the eternal summer sun.

[@richardrichmond8006]

Great video, I'm casual stylish and didn't even know it. On a side note, it was the Gentlemen's Gazette, that inspired and guided me in choosing my first custom-made suit.

[@gale212]

I've been wearing chamois shirts for a long time. Usually just over a tee. Once they show some wear they become a work shirt for cool days.

[@NomadicBrian]

I noticed #9 over shirt was a plaid design. I like the heavy lined plaid shirt/jacket (or perhaps qualifies as a shacket) with a solid tee or thin crew underneath. I work from home and at times will even wear that in the house when the temperatures drop and the house feels a little drafty. Its also good for a quick run to the market or to get the mail for those in between temperatures and not wanting the jacket or bulky coat.

[@Antreus]

well since I always wear this combo, guess my classic is trend now. you're welcome. now men might return to more classic styles

[@anonymouslakernerd7214]

I was in a Zegna store in Milan this past summer looking for a sport coat and the salesman was trying to convince me that overshirts would be replacing traditional sport coats as standard menswear. I don't buy it. And, at $2700... I didn't buy it! I do like the look as a smart casual alternative, but replacing? Nah. I'll probably buy a few, but at a price point I can afford.

[@theartfulcodger7459]

Certainly glad that you covered this item. I happen to own 4overshirts... because I am partial to "semi-casual".. the wool ...is my favorite I think of it as an option to the cardigan, Wich can be a bit "stodgy" for some occasions. I find a lightweight turtle neck and corduroy pants with a dapper pair chuckas accented with a leather travel bag accommodates most fall situations... THANKS AGAIN!👌✌️

[@Marcellus-Wallace]

You guys need to post links to the clothes... I'm really digging the beige/khaki over shirt & would love to get one

[@gentlemansgazette]

@Bad Matt Seemingly, you only watch a select number of our videos...

[@ce461]

You can get them anywhere that sells tougher clothes for work like boots outlet, tractor supply, and such. Though quick advice these shirts aren’t good enough to be near welders……the slag still goes through them like it’s not there and will burn your arms to no end.

[@Buff_Yoda]

Gentleman's Gazette was that sass really necessary? You could have corrected them without being snippy about it.

[@joshmiller7777]

@@gentlemansgazette Not the most classy or Gentlemanly response to someone who may simply be mistaken

[@leonmetzenmacher9053]

@Marcellus Wallace spier and Mackay has a lot of over shirt for the colder season at the time

[@endautrestermes]

Many thanks for the in-depth subject. I never considered them, since I only saw the bad examples you showed as "don'ts" but I can see that it is possible to pull that off in a casual however elegant way, and stand out a bit.

[@_thomas1031]

Such a great vid, always appreciate this channels uploads. Everything is so well produced and explained🙌🙌🙌

[@tonydeltablues]

A well- argued and comprehensive video.

[@freddierodriguez3036]

You’re my favorite presenter! 🙏🏼

[@redcastlefan]

I love seeing Kyle. I can watch him talk over footage of him looking fancy all day

[@davidbyourplanb]

Thanks for the great overview!

[@lorisewsstuff1607]

Where I live we have such a weird climate. In the winter there can be frost on the ground when we leave home in the morning and people wearing shorts and tank tops that afternoon because of the heat. Layers are the best choice. That's what is great about overshirts. You can wear a jacket over it in the morning, take off the jacket as the air heats up and still look good. No need to completely change an ensemble in an effort to stay comfortable.

[@careavis]

In a lot of music videos in the 90's especially the padded ones. Brings back memories those and Dickie's jackets in navy blue with the utility pocket on the arm.

[@barrymurphy1337]

Great video. I've been looking everywhere for a suede/faux suede overshirt similar to the one Bob Dylan wore on the iconic cover of his 1963 album The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan.

[@buckybarnes3803]

I have 2 that are flannel, lined and insulated. They "fit" nicely but are also oversized. I use them mostly as cozy house coats and wear them casually.

[@aynrandfan7454]

I have some in beige and camel coloured cashmere material…great to layer over a turtleneck. Then throw on a topcoat or overcoat super fresh look

[@josephhughes1498]

I’ve been wondering this for so long.

[@josephhughes1498]

The term Shacket feels like it should be associated with a short term trend.

[@mattsitton6826]

I like the over shirt/ jacket I have from Filson. It’s some sort of hard wearing cotton in chocolate brown with a field jacket layout. It looks awesome with a button down collar, denim jeans, or slacks, and some appropriate shoes/ boots.

[@roberthoffhines5419]

Shades of the leisure suit. Hey, I was 11, but I lived it!

[@365hillclimb]

I don't know about all you fellas, but I'm adopting the term 'shoots' from now on.

[@guilhermecavalcanti8095]

Most complete video about overshirts! I just miss the links too. 🇧🇷

[@ShutUpBubi]

Ah so it seem the chore coat and overshirt go hand in hand then, very cool! Love my L.C King

[@matlindell5022]

Nice speedy dude!

[@TechnoLawyer]

Kyle rocks those overshirts well.

[@robertcushman7002]

you may friend, are spot on! it's all about fit,as you say.. I haven't found an overshirt with casual pockets, but then again, I live in st. Pete fla ... fabulous info 👌 cheers 🍸🍸🍸🏳️‍🌈

[@kuna129]

:) That light overshirt looks very handsome. Reminds me of safari shirts in 20th century Camel commercials.

[@cglaurer]

I have a “safari jacket” which seems to be a kind of shirt-jacket with a tight waist (some even have belts; some have epaulettes). I have a jacket similar to one you show Paul Newman wearing, but I would call it a “barn coat.” Then there’s Bill Cunningham’s multipocketed coats, which I think he used to buy at uniform shops. It’s pretty much a doctor’s short lab/consultation coat, but Cunningham liked them for the pockets. I think there’s a lot more to this than shirt jackets. I do have a very nice Prana jacket that you might call a shacket. Being in North Carolina there are lots of days when some variant of the shirt jacket is perfect.

[@Red-wh3ok]

Good for casual, not for formal wear. A sweater or a full blown jacket cannot be beaten.

[@julienholmgren1543]

I love overshirts; chore overshirts, military-like ones, they are basics.

[@johnmotzi4863]

Thanks for the fun review! Other candidates for overshirt genealogy or cousins: 1. The Woolrich CPO shirt was popular in the 60s/70s - yes I had one :) 2. The Field Jacket & from that the polyester (pōlyester for Raphael) Leisure suit of the 70s- yes I had one but only because my mother bought it for me :) A note about the Bill Cunningham Jacket - it's a European workers jacket (sometimes these days called a chore jacket) which is available in most any hardware store in Europe along with trousers of the same material. Bill saw them in France and loved the practicality of it. As another alternative, a more stripped down version (no pockets, no buttons) can be achieved with the noragi jacket.

[@scxrzyt]

Decided I’d make me mam happy and buy one got a real nice one on asos

[@TrojanMars1]

Great garment…great video! 👍🏽 Can you share info on that stunning Dark Green overcoat? Thnx.

[@onelove1897]

agreed. that coat looks amazing!

[@iainmc9859]

I'm not sure about the definitions, its probably just semantics or geographic area specific. As far as I see it, if it has hip pockets its a light jacket, no hip pockets a shirt, if it has quilting or large checks its a lumberjack shirt. Nice to know its coming back into fashion (was it ever really out of fashion). I was certainly permanently dressed in tee shirt and shirt (not tucked in) up to my 40's when not at work. I've gone tweedy since then.

[@ThaBKeeper]

I love a good shirtjac

[@bensmithkent22]

Doyle from the professionals (uk 70s cop show a la starsky and hutch) was an early adopter of the shacket or shacket esque pieces. Always faaaaaar better dressed than the more rugged mans man bodie. Doyle was almost an early hipster he was arty too with a daft hairdo.

[@alexandergennaro8596]

Now the hat you got to wear a cool hat!

[@sf2explus184]

501 best ever jeans. the fit is classic and will be around forever. The truer version of the 501 are under the LVC brand made very close to how they were made back in the 1940's

[@emrahercancakir]

Thank you for another great and informative video! However, I still do not see myself owning one of these. There are so many other jackets I would layer over my shirts, sweaters, etc. This is trying to be too many things at the same time but not doing either one very well, in my humble opinion.

[@eugenekhanko9481]

You have a new model. Potential "front-end" team member? We are waiting for you to introduce him to us :) 👏

[@watcherwlc53]

Haven't seen Preston in a couple of weeks. Maybe the new guy elbowed him out! 😆

[@gentlemansgazette]

Make sure you're subscribed to stay in the know! ;)

[@eugenekhanko9481]

@@gentlemansgazette I am

[@aaronwalterryse4281]

@@watcherwlc53 A new person would be great, but I hope they didn't elbow Preston out. Preston's the best!

[@watcherwlc53]

@@aaronwalterryse4281 Yeah he's great. 😁I'm sure he'll be back I was just kidding.

[@izazulmohsin4648]

You made nearly all types of do's-dont's and tips for gentleman. I liked those. But you should make Gentleman's bedroom manners/ etiquettes, Gemtleman's bedroom clothings/night suites, also do's and dont's for bedroom while being with partner. Hope you will make this soon.

[@gentlemansgazette]

Hmmm, gentleman's sleepwear...stay tuned!

[@eespinosa64]

Another great video. I would live to know where to get the light beige, and the blue, shackets can be purchased.

[@DaveNagrom]

Great tips about the shacket. I do not dislike them, but I do think a blazer is more stylish, looks better, and has proven to be timeless. Whether the shacket will stay, or not, I do not know, but I already have blazers that I think do a better job of layering, than this garment.

[@nothertreeinbox]

I either wear a flannel, plaid hunting shirt as shacket or just a Columbia fleece zip up shirt

[@TheSaneHatter]

Thanks for taking this on, since there's a "shacket" that I've got my eyes on (if only for outdoor pursuits). I'd amend your description of the shirt-jacket as "timeless, but specialized," because I see it almost exclusively as a utilitarian garment. While I've never found (and as I've mentioned on another style channel) that it suits me well aesthetically (at least not over a T-shirt), it's undeniably practical in the beastly heat of Central Texas, where I live. I wouldn't think of "dressing it up,' but I'm sure prepared to pack one for a camping trip or a hike!

[@SueEmmDee]

Decades ago men in hot climates wore either a Philippino overshirt or wore a short-sleeved safari jacket called a shirt-jack. They only looked good on slender men.

[@winrartopeira6077]

well, I like suits, and some "gentlemen" clothing, but one pf the problems is that, I don't have money to buy such clothes (I don't have a real job since i'm just 17 still) and I think people might find it strange since I'm not a guy with a Gentlemen Personality, how do I cope with my emotions now?

[@douglasyong6939]

That shums it up...

[@Mopsyboy]

Coconut Residence do excellent chore jackets

[@malaquiasalfaro81]

Check out photos from the Vietnam war. The Marines had a shirt jacket thing going on, with the option of a t shirt under.

[@jamesstrom6991]

oversized heavy flannel overshirts were popular in Baltimore in the 80s. It’s not a fad

[@MrReedEnt]

I think while this is well intended, this explanation of the overshot or shacket can be better explained by defining the difference between the chorecoat which is connected to the history of the duster/barn coat/mackinaw/cruiser and the overshirt which has it history in the CPO or chief petty officer's shirt. Famously their are international variations of the American variety from France and throughout Asia, especially China.

[@teenoso4069]

Helpful if when doing the outfit run down you acknowledge the brand or label eg Chukka Boots

[@FreedomFighter616]

I am attending a tropical destination wedding in a few weeks. Do you have any suggestions as to formal menswear for a hot and humid climate?

[@waffensachverstandcom5505]

I do neither like nor own these- but great you did a video on it

[@euphony5552]

Workwear and GG? I'm all about that

[@jimlittle5769]

What do you think of Taylor Stitch's Reserve Shirt in Khaki Herringbone as a shacket?

[@webshootah777]

A lot of my friends bust my balls because I'm so into fashion. I just found this channel the other day (History of waistcoats). Glad to know I'm not alone in wanting to present myself as a distinguished gentleman and enjoy doing so.

[@frankmartinez4856]

Make me want to pick one up! Thanks for info, you guy are always Great!

[@Manuel421]

I know it's a little random but would a barn coat be worth looking into? I found one from the Orvis company. They tend to be a high quality company from what I've seen. Not sure if I should get it or if I should just go for a lightweight Windbreaker.

[@michaelcuomo1352]

I seriously just ordered a tan cashmere overshirt yesterday, I was hoping Kyle would be nice to the overshirt 😬.

[@smoodcruz]

A regular dress shirt should not rest on your skin either-it is- also a layer for your undershirt, and the best undershirt is a v neck.

[@godlike5178]

Kyle's voice - 10 out of 10!

[@tempestandacomputer6951]

What is the material of the summer overshirt at 11:36 ? Looking forward to trying out this look in the coming heat

[@Odinsjewl]

Iron Heart makes good work shirts

[@edam1486]

I'm thinking that the safari jacket could be considered the ancestor of the overshirt.

[@jackdaugaard-hansen4512]

They are the same

[@Michael-mj8ix]

I could say it's a Pendleton well when I was as little boy I can recall have lost many

[@broimnotyourbro]

Thumbs up for “Shoots” 😂

[@spotsill]

At 5,3” all jackets are my enemy 😂😂😂.

[@rickden8362]

You completely missed the Pendleton that was very popular in late 60's.

[@drip369]

I was always a fan of my Tartan print overshirts

[@guidedvisionsmedia]

Preferred to Jean jackets for guys with broad shoulders

[@uwedergeschmeidige4734]

I have a question, i saw a vintage overcoat of the Brand ''Charkham'', maybe you can tell me if this is a good brand and if its worth it. (with shipping 93 pounds)

[@jamesfetherston1190]

Is a Shacket different from a jac-shirt?

[@samogden9726]

anyone know the shirt at 5:17??

[@IanJudge]

Where does the 50’s-70’s Shirt Jac fit into this?

[@MauricXe]

I think its a fashion trend. I personally am not a fan of the "open button up/down" and the shacket reeks of it. It can also come off as an untailored shirt. More importantly, I also hate the name "shacket" lol

[@jackdaugaard-hansen4512]

I like overshirt and field jackets because they have that smart polish feel but at the same time have that rugged casual look, blazers are not for me and I have not yet had to wear one

[@hawaiianpunch6534]

Shaket? I have a canvas flannel that I was lucky to get years ago. They don't make them anymore.

[@heribertocastro6652]

So basically it's a stylized field jacket?

[@captainxorro8553]

In my experience, in Florida, an overshirt is seen as an indicator of someone concealed carrying.

[@batfink6]

Shirt-jac

[@coziii.1829]

I use over shirts to hide my pew pew on a shoulder holster

[@Prettygirlstunna]

🎯✨💙

[@ivinitmittal]

👍🏻

[@douglasdietz7503]

Does the word Pendleton mean anything to you? The board shirt is by far the classiest way to go.

[@alimirzaee4689]

Idk but Drake's overshirt kinda looks like Mao's coat

[@AchmadMubasirTailor]

👍🙏

[@greysuit17]

Timeless

[@swaaws]

How did I know it would be a Kyle video