How to choose the right winter 2021 overshirt?

With autumn now upon us, it's time to put away our summer wardrobe and bring out our warmer clothes. At last, jackets are back to prepare for winter. Coat, jacket, parka, there's no shortage of choice. To make sure you're warm all winter long, Project X Paris, streetwear Shop, presents the overshirt: winter's must-have.

What is an overshirt?

Called "shacket" or "overshirt" by our Anglo-Saxon friends, the overshirt is a wide shirt, much thicker than the traditional shirt, often made of wool or velvet. This garment sits between the shirt and the jacket, almost acting as a sweater. Worn over a turtleneck, sweatshirt or even a t-shirt, men's and women's overshirts are easy to wear and, above all, fashionable. Although perfect for mid-season, it's also easy to wear in winter under a coat or parka.

Where did the overshirt come from? Its origins are a little hazy, but it is thought to have made its appearance in the 1930s, initially worn by the US Navy. It obviously has more of a practical function than an aesthetic one. Indeed, overshirts were manufactured in large quantities to dress servicemen leaving for the Korean War to combat the Korean winter. Nowadays, this item is used not only by the military, but has become a real trend-setter.

How to choose an overshirt

Which material to choose? Which pattern? What outfit to wear with an overshirt? Project X Paris will help you choose your men's or women 's overshirt.

Fleece or pullover? Both materials can be worn differently. The fleece overshirt is ideal for wearing as a jacket: it's soft and warm, making thepilou-pilou overshirt the perfect mid-season piece! Since it's rather thick, you risk suffocating a little if you add a coat over it. Wear it as is. Available in camel, gray and black, it's pattern-free, so it's easy to wear with any outfit!

Or discover our men's and women's overshirts in pullover fabric. It's comfortable, thinner than the pilou-pilou model, so you can easily wear it under a coat, jacket or parka, for example. This overshirt can be worn over a t-shirt, hoodie or even a turtleneck, for example: it's easy to match your outfits with this garment. What's more, this model is available in 11 different colors: it's hard not to find what you're looking for!

Why choose an overshirt from Project X Paris?

Specializing in streetwear clothing since 2015, our garments are comfortable, affordable and stylish. What's more, you can discover the men's, women's and unisex collections. The Project X Paris overshirt can be worn perfectly with a PXP t-shirt during the week or a tracksuit for chilling out at the weekend. You can find all our garments streetwear on our website or in one of our boutiques in France, on Reunion Island and even in Dubai!