The card pattern for the Hooded Smock is taken directly from Yarmouth Oilskin's archive, and in the recreation they’ve used a modern lightweight waxed fabric that was not available when it was originally created but is perfectly suited. Produced in Dundee by one of Britain’s oldest wax cloth mills, this emulsified wax finish cloth is lightweight breathable and weather repellent. It offers a soft tumbled appearance, keeping all the character of natural cotton. The patina will develop over time and just get better and better. This fabric is washable, line dried and light iron. After a number of washes the waxed finish may deteriorate, so they advise washing your smock as infrequently as possible. The Hooded Smock is unlined, with an internal waist draw cord, and a sturdy brass zip. It has generous deep welt pockets with a buttoned storm flap, and a three piece hood.
Available in sizes S, M, L, XL and XXL
Please call 01803 847800 or email info@littlebluebudgie.co.uk to order
Yarmouth Oilskins have manufactured oilskin clothing for well over 100 years, originally the go to workwear for fishermen, the merchant navy, agricultural workers and miners. Oilskin dressing was applied by hand to calico cotton in-house in our factory in Great Yarmouth. It’s documented that in 1953 the factory would produce around 2000 oilskin garments per week. Today, they still create their collection in the same factory using traditional methods using many of their original patterns. They have a team of craftspeople, many of whom boast decades of experience creating their collection.