The genesis of the peacoat (sometimes spelled pea coat), like many other traditional men's clothing and accessories, from chino pants to field watches, involves the military. This coat style dates ...

It became particularly popular when the British navy wore the original silhouette as part of its uniform, but now of course is worn by non-military men as well. The coat transitions easily from ...

the best men’s peacoats have a rich, practical military history. But while parkas, field jackets, trench coats and bombers all have their origins in the air force or army, the pea coat is their ...