Here’s a wide look at the coats and jackets from the forthcoming Woolrich Woolen Mills Autumn 2011 collection. Mark McNairy takes the reigns at WWM and looks to expand on the already strong connection to outdoor wear and military. As he told us back in Las Vegas this Summer, he also looks to pull from the 60’s “prep” market which Woolrich worked in.”  Congrats to Mr. McNairy. (cs)

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The lookbook for Spring 2011’s Woolrich Woolen Mills collection has arrived. From our runway preview: “This is of course Daiki Suzuki’s final collection for the line. His final call is a good one with the classic Americna brand being reworked – again – for a modern audience. Suzuki’s “influence lies in pioneering outdoor brands from the 1950’s to 80’s—companies like Holubar, Sierra Designs, Early Winters, Gerry and others, many of whom have long since ceased to exist. In particular, Daiki recalls being an avid rock climber during his high school years in the 1970’s, a decade that saw the birth of Gore-Tex, and other synthetic materials developed to answer every demand of rock climbers.”

More looks at the Woolrich Woolen Mills Spring 2011 collection after the click.

The Maine Guide jacket from Woolrich Woolen Mills for Autumn 2010 is a nice slim fit looking jacket made from 100% melton wool. It is indeed a great look for the coming cold months (we still have some time). Detour carries the jacket.

More looks at the Woolrich Woolen Mills Maine Guide Jacket after the click.

Woolrich Woolen Mills delivers runway looks from Milan. This is of course Daiki Suzuki’s final collection for the line. His final call is a good one with the classic Americna brand being reworked – again – for a modern audience. Suzuki’s “influence lies in pioneering outdoor brands from the 1950’s to 80’s—companies like Holubar, Sierra Designs, Early Winters, Gerry and others, many of whom have long since ceased to exist. In particular, Daiki recalls being an avid rock climber during his high school years in the 1970’s, a decade that saw the birth of Gore-Tex, and other synthetic materials developed to answer every demand of rock climbers. Though he was aware of the advancements in technical equipment, Daiki made do with the only gear available to him: heavy cotton canvas rucksacks, woolen climbing knickers, poly-cotton poplin shirts, corduroy hats, absorbent neck towels. His clothing had buttons and buttonholes, not snaps and multiple-zippered pockets.”

More looks from the Woolrich Woolen Mills Spring 2011 collection after the click.

Mark McNairy is taking the creative reigns over at Woolrich Woolen Mills. Mr. McNairy, who is best known for his work at J. Press, and of course his own New Amsterdam collection, replaces Daiki Suzuki as creative director for the brand. His personal take on the line looks to pull from some WWM’s 50’s and 60’s sportwear collections.

“It’s not going to be red-and-black buffalo check — that I can tell you,” McNairy said. “I think I’ll end up adding a military aspect and some Ivy League. In the late Fifties and early Sixties, Woolrich had a sportswear collection that wasn’t necessarily geared for the outdoors and was more about the piece goods like Ivy League styles, duffle coats and things like that. It’s going to be a mixture of the things I love.”

Here at Selectism, we’re very excited to see what Mr. McNairy has in store for the Woolrich Woolen Mills collection. Congratulations.

I thought I would get away this week “heritage free” but these railroad vests from Woolrich Woolen Mills for Spring 2010 looks fresh. “100% cotton twill waistcoat with herringbone contrast piping, four front pockets, and a cinch back in powder and light blue. Made in the U.S.A.” Blackbird has them for 230$USD.

More look at the Spring 2010 Woolrich Woolen Mills Railroad Vests after the click.

Some first looks from the Woolrich Woolen Mills Autumn/Winter 2010 presentation today in Milan. We give credit to Suzuki for calling out his bold inspirations. “Daiki Suzuki’s Fall/Winter 2010 Woolrich Woolen Mills line, is a parade of blacks and blues. Influenced by both the stark colors from late 1970’s and early 80’s designer labels like Comme des Garcons— an aesthetic he grew up with and learned much from—as well as his passion for Americana and Woolrich hunting plaids, Daiki Suzuki searched for a common ground and created a wholly new style that could be called ‘Dark Hunting’ or ‘Hunting Noir.’”

More looks from the Woolrich Woolen Mills Autumn 2010 collection after the click.

Following trend, Woolrich Woolen Mills pulls out a shooting jacket for those looking to put a little bit of the hunter into their street scene. “rey herringbone wool Shooting jacket with red and blue stitching running through it, notched lapels, buttoned windstopper tab with woven leather buttons, re-enforced cross-stitched shoulder guard, three front pockets with re-enforced straps and black leather trimmed pockets and cuffs. The jacket also features vented rear shoulders with a fitted waistband, double rear vent, black elbow patches and is fully lined with three inside pockets.” Coggles has it.

More looks at the Woolrich Woolen Mills Shooting Jacket after the click.

Woolrich Woolen Mills drives deeper into the American way with a focus on California’s surf heritage for their Spring/Summer 2010 collection. ”The Surfing sub culture embraced classic California clothing brands that  were originally designed for outdoor sports like camping and hiking. Some of the California brands were intended for Surfers themselves when they were off [their] boards…The key piece of the collection is the Carlsbad Jacket, inspired by vintage outdoor jackets of the 1960’s. The fabric is a water resistant durable cotton poly poplin that was considered the best fabric for the outdoors.”

Many more looks at the Woolrich Woolen Mills Spring/Summer 2010 after the jump.

Woolrich Woolen Mills brings a full view of their Fall/Winter 2009 Collection. Choice colors include firey reds and orange hues on classic hunting jackets and slacks. Straight fit (and slightly baggy) khakis and wool trousers fill in the looks. More to come in the coming months from Woolrich Woolen Mills.

More views of the Woolrich Woolen Mills Fall/Winter 2009 Collection after the jump.