Stylish and Functional Clothing for Hurricane Irene

As Hurricane Irene bears down on the east coast, it’s timely to take a look at outerwear that would be both functional and stylish while riding out the storm. There’s no better place to look than Henri Lloyd, an English maker that has supplied sailors for decades. Here are a couple of items from their Offshore Sailing Collection.

OCEAN EXPLORER JACKET

$650

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OCEAN EXPLORER HI FIT

$475

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Seersucker & Tweeds blog by American Suit Store

 

Henri Lloyd, not just for the sailor

Henri Lloyd, based in England, has been known in the sailing world since the 1960′s. The line pioneered the use of technical fabrics for garments that have long been favored by sailing enthusiasts. What is largely unknown to the public in the US is their Menswear line of clothing. Competitive prices and classic, functional styling positions the sportswear maker to change its anonymity in this country.

Harvard Blazer $195

Harvard Blazer $195

Abdon $125

Banbury $299

Alstan $125

Aldo $29

$59

Carmel Classic $59

And for the Serious Sailor

Ocean Pro $795

Ventura $249

Fast-Dry Pique $55

Deck-Grip Profile $99

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