Of the crew, I think Wes has the best eye for finding cool, wearable vintage pieces. He lives in a neighbourhood with some great shops and pops in on a regular basis.

“Frequency is key…you never know what your going to find on a given day”.

He’s found some truly awesome pieces. This military officer’s coat, for example, is one of the coolest vintage pieces I’ve seen.

It’s the perfect take on a classic navy peacoat. The design details are awesome: brass crest-engraved buttons, hidden zipper side-vents, western shaped button-through pocket flaps, metal anchors for old badges/medals, and of course it’s made from a super sturdy and durable military wool.

My favorite detail, though, is the split side panel. See the “princess” seams curving down the back side-body of the jacket? That’s brilliant pattern-making which ads shape to the jacket allowing for a smoother transition, and greater difference, from chest size to waist size. Visually, these seams give the wearer a more “fit” and “authoratative” appearance. Notice how the jacket hugs his body and follows the curve of his lower back, even with the jacket worn open!

These are details you would only find on high-end designer jackets today, for $1,500+. He paid less than $100.

Second-hand shops are usually full of eccentric “statement” pieces. The real trick is combining these with more versatile everyday pieces, like the neutral shawl sweater and basic chinos.

The best part is, since you didn’t pay much for it, you don’t have to be afraid to change or alter it.