Friday 20 August 2010

Spot On.




There are times when you just don't require a jacket with too many quirks, features or pockets. You just need something simple to stop the rain from getting in. This little gem – a Velo Jacket by Universal Works – looks spot on for these occasions.

Based in London and fronted by David Keyte, Universal Works is enjoying a growing reputation in many circles. Inspired by vintage workwear (although to be fair, who isn't at present?) as well as classic British fashion, this is a label that values honesty in its products and this piece is no exception to this ethos.

Following the "less is more" mantra the Velo is a lightweight jacket with just two pockets. It's basic but that's where its appeal lies – in its simplicity. Universal Works are offering the jacket in two colours. While a navy jacket is always a safe bet, I find it very hard to put a foot wrong with a yellow jacket and were I to pick this up then it would definitely be in the yellow, where I would compliment it with a nice pair of raw denims.

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