Fashion is riddled with arbitrary rules that, through unthinking repetition, have come to be treated as law. Among them, to name just a few: no brown in town, never wear white socks with loafers, avoid mixing patterns, never combine more than three colours, ban white in winter, beware of texture clashes, and so on.
At Hast, this rigid approach governed by arbitrary, self-appointed rules simply does not appeal to us. On the contrary, we see clothing as a space of freedom, meant to express your values and creativity without constraints.
It is in this spirit that we have been developing an inclusive, intuitive wardrobe since 2012. Mindful of style and conscious of the world, our collection moves past conventions to focus on what truly matters: certified natural fibres, noble and lasting materials, clean silhouettes and the finest European craftsmanship.
Paying no heed to trends, turning a blind eye to dogmas, we rely on our instinct and sensibility to design collections defined by exacting standards and precision. Far from rigid moulds, we cultivate the idea of an effortless elegance, crafted with care, conviction and independence. An ethos embodied by our latest dual-material work jackets, proudly carrying a sense of daring and flair.
The bold play of dual materials
Etiquette and convention would have us avoid combining contrasts on a single garment. Why? We cannot really say. Presumably this approach was once deemed ungraceful, inelegant or clumsy.
Curious though it may be, this unspoken rule seems to have left its mark, as it is rare to come across jackets that dare to break it.
A fault confessed is half redressed: we love this poetry of contrasts. At Hast, we appreciate the harmony that springs from such juxtaposition. Regardless of codes and conventions, we chose to follow our intuition and explore that space where opposites, as always, attract.
Worse still: we committed the double audacity of contrasting not just textures, but colours too. An absolute heresy to some, an aesthetic festival to others (ourselves included).
Introducing our dual-material jackets
There are three of them, and they share much the same features: a contrasting collar and inner cuffs, distinguished by both different shades and contrasting fabrics.
Moreover, the design of this trio of jackets stays entirely true to the styles you have come to expect from Hast: a regular fit, a 100% wool body, two patch pockets with concealed flaps at the front, a generous signet collar and a distinctive placket; hallmark details of the 1950s French jackets that inspired our designs.
Without further ado, discover them here:
- The beige mottled wool work jacket. Crafted from a 275 g/m2 fabric woven and dyed in Portugal, this dual-material jacket offers a prime choice for the mid-season. At the collar and cuffs, a layer of cognac corduroy contrasts delicately with the body's beige wool, lending the piece a warm and luminous feel. Ideal for elevating an outfit that feels a touch too conventional.
- The navy wool work jacket. Cut from a substantial 320 g/m2 wool cloth, this deep, dark version will carry you through to the height of winter, worn over a thick jumper or under a coat. In a subtle play of contrasts, the midnight blue fabric and black corduroy complement each other, delivering an interplay of understated shades with absolute elegance.
- The patterned beige wool work jacket. A step further on the scale of originality, this dual-material jacket features an ecru corduroy collar and cuffs that temper a truly stunning fabric. Woven and dyed in Italy, this cloth reveals a symphony of natural tones — beige, dark green, sage, ochre, rust and brown — reminiscent of an autumn walk. Delicate vertical stripes lend it a delightfully retro feel. Heavier than the first and lighter than the second, this third work jacket is crafted from a 290 g/m2 fabric, the ideal weight for cold days and crisp evenings.
Freedom, equality, versatility
Alongside the shirt, the cornerstone of the Hast wardrobe since 2012, the work jacket is the other staple of our collections. Directly inspired by French tradition, the styles we develop draw deeply on traditional workwear heritage, updated to meet the demands of modern living.
Though more daring, the dual-material trio we present today is no exception. Proud of its heritage, it pushes the boundaries of modernity with a slightly bolder, subversive edge.
In a word, these three jackets master the rules only to rewrite them. And we invite you to do the same.
Should brown be avoided in town? Wear it anyway, and then some.
Should white socks with loafers be banned? That is not for you.
Should one show restraint with textured garments? Bring depth to your outfits instead by playing with contrasting textures.
Should men only dress from the menswear section and women from womenswear? Whatever next?
In short, one ought to behave. One ought to be sensible. One ought to play it safe. Follow the rules, all the rules, nothing but the rules. Rules on colours, rules on materials, rules on seasons. Rules, on and on.
Yet you know what? Nothing is set in stone. Neither codes nor conventions. Just like our dual-material jackets, you hold that power of subversion. Like them, you can shatter the boundaries between genres, styles and occasions. You set the rules.
