A leading brand of duffel coats.
1951 | UK | Harold Morris / Freda Morris

Gloverall, a globally renowned brand of duffel coats, was founded in 1951 by Harold Morris and Frida Morris.

Previously, the company was commissioned by the British Ministry of Defense to sell surplus British Navy duffel coats, overalls, gloves, and other cotton and leather items after the end of World War II. Later, they began producing their own duffel coats. Incidentally, the brand name "Gloverall" was created by combining "Glove" and "Overall," which were products they were selling at the time.

Until then, duffel coats were simply seen as warm clothing, but this company succeeded in making them a worldwide popular item as a traditional British garment by using high-quality materials, employing the skills of British craftsmen, and adding fashionable touches such as using check linings.

Representative models include the "585" (nicknamed "Monty"), which features three wooden toggles and hemp cords and is based on the model favored by Field Marshal Montgomery during World War II, as well as the authentic "512" and the slim-fit "920". In Japan, Itochu Corporation acquired the exclusive distribution and import rights from the Fall/Winter 2018 season and began operations. While maintaining the specifications of a genuine duffel coat, it is expected that shapes that match the Japanese physique, as well as variations in materials and colors, will be introduced.

The photo shows a duffel coat with authentic details such as a large hood, toggles, and a chin strap. It is made of high-quality Melton fabric that is windproof even though it is a single layer of fabric. Sometimes the toggles are made of buffalo horn and leather cord, or the lining is checked.