winjim
Smash the cistern
Is this the place to discuss clothing options? If so I'll ask for opinions here. I'm a 50yo male who basically likes I dress in jeans and outdoor clothing. It's comfortable and imho doesn't look too bad. However in colder times I find a fleece, gilet and synthetic insulation jacket seems too much when out. Also being waist length I don't think they're quite warm enough.
So my question is, are parkas acceptable for males significantly over 30yo? They're long, well insulated, waterproof, got double cuffs with thumb holes, high collars to keep my neck warm, plenty of pockets and often have drawstrings at the waist so no bellowing heat loss. Negative can look like overkill, fur hood lining looks rubbish but if removed the hood isn't great/ doesn't quite work.
If not suitable then what is as good that is?
I've got an insulated field jacket that I've been wearing this winter and I really like. Nicely made one so it fits in all the right places, cotton ventile so it's waterproof, loads of pockets, zips in the arms and at the seat so you can sit down, I've been comfy and cosy so far.