Irish Tweed Jackets & Coats for Men

Pure wool gives a tweed jacket its texture, warmth and unmistakably Irish character, especially in shades pulled straight from the countryside. Cut for both smart and casual wear, our Irish tweed jackets and coats for men handle changeable weather while adding a tailored finish to city and country looks alike.

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Wool Woven for the Irish Climate

Wool has clothed the Irish countryside for centuries, and that same fiber gives each tweed jacket its lasting warmth and texture, growing only more comfortable with wear. Herringbone and plain weaves both appear across the range, each with a slightly different weight and feel, and many designs include practical touches such as smart button detailing and interior pockets built for daily use.

The range of Irish tweed jackets and coats for men covers walking jackets, hunting coats, sports jackets and longer overcoats, so you can choose a length and weight suited to how you plan to wear it. A shorter style works well layered over a sweater for outdoor pursuits, while a full length overcoat offers a sleeker line over a suit for the office or a formal occasion.

Colors run through earthy greens, blues and browns inspired by the Irish landscape, giving each piece a natural, grounded feel rather than a single uniform shade. Some styles add finishing touches such as cable knit sleeves or moleskin trim, bringing extra character to a garment made for years of regular wear.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Donegal tweed?

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Donegal tweed is a hand-woven wool cloth from Ireland's north-west, named for the county of Donegal where it has been woven for several centuries. The fleck gives Donegal tweed its signature: small knots of coloured yarn woven into the base in moss greens, heather purples, slate blues and ochres against a muted grey, brown or oatmeal base. Donegal is softer and lighter than many other tweeds, so a Donegal tweed jacket wears comfortably indoors as well as out. Our Donegal tweed jackets include fitted blazers, longer coats and classic three-quarter styles.

Is a tweed jacket the same as a blazer or sports jacket?

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They overlap, but each has its own use. A tweed jacket describes any jacket cut from tweed cloth, including blazers and sports jackets. A blazer has a smarter, more fitted shape, cut tighter at the waist and designed to pair with trousers like a suit jacket. A sports jacket, sometimes called a country jacket, is looser than a blazer, usually with patch pockets, and designed for layered casual wear or a weekend outing. For most occasions, a mid-weight tweed sports jacket in a muted colour gives you the widest wardrobe range.

How warm is a Donegal tweed jacket?

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Donegal tweed is a warm fabric for winter thanks to its dense weave that adds insulation on top of the heat-trapping wool fibres. Though not as warm as a heavier wool coat or a lined wax jacket, a tweed jacket with a decent lining will handle most autumn and winter days. Tweed also breathes well, so you won’t overheat indoors or when the sun comes out. As winter grows sharper, layering a jumper underneath can keep the cold at bay, but you may want to step up to a full-length tweed coat or wax jacket for the coldest days.

How do I care for a tweed jacket?

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Most tweed jackets and coats are dry clean only. The lining, the structured shoulder and the drape of a tweed piece don’t take well to home washing, which can shrink the wool and warp the shape. Between dry cleans, brush your jacket with a soft clothes brush after each wear and hang it on a wide hanger (not a thin wire one, which marks the shoulder) to air before storing. Avoid folding, which creases the collar and lapels. Check the care label for precise instructions for your jacket.