Universal Works Fleece Lancaster Jacket

The Universal Works Fleece Lancaster Jacket in Charcoal delivers a premium utilitarian solution for cold weather city commuting casual weekend social gatherings studio workshops and effortless contemporary layering. Combining a traditional shawl collar silhouette with a distinct workwear influence this heavy duty fleece jacket provides exceptional structural longevity and a reliable insulating feel. It actively solves the problem of rigid bulky winter coats restricting your movement or causing you to overheat indoors offering a soft flexible build that looks incredibly sharp year after year.

Key Features

• Premium Warm Coz Fleece: Crafted from a substantial high grade acrylic wool mix fleece fabric that delivers excellent thermal regulation reliable cold weather protection and a plush tactile texture.
• Traditional Shawl Collar Design: Features a beautifully rounded low profile shawl neckline that sits smoothly around your neck adding a touch of classic British civilian tailoring.
• Robust Button Front Fastening: Equipped with a clean front placket utilising large premium buttons that are highly durable and easy to operate even while wearing gloves.
• Deep Patch Utility Pockets: Designed with two large casual patch pockets at the waist providing ample space for storing your phone wallet or keeping your hands warm on crisp mornings.
• Sleek Charcoal Grey Palette: Finished in a sophisticated deep Charcoal tone that offers a highly versatile neutral aesthetic pairing flawlessly with both casual and smart wardrobes.

Ideal For

• Crisp autumn and deep winter city commuting casual weekend walks indoor studio workshop tasks and transitional season layering.
• Menswear enthusiasts and independent style collectors who appreciate simple heritage silhouettes combined with functional modern warmth.
• Pairing seamlessly with heavy brushed flannel shirts organic cotton t-shirts durable utility trousers and classic leather boots.

Fit and Sizing Recommendations

• The Lancaster Jacket is cut in a comfortable regular fit featuring a clean straight line down the torso to accommodate light layers like sweatshirts and knits easily.
• The relaxed shoulder block and soft flexible fleece construction ensure you move freely without any tight tension points across the upper back or underarms.
• Universal Works advise this piece fits true to standard size and recommend choosing your normal chest size for its intended comfortable regular drape.

Washing and Care Instructions

• Do not machine wash on hot cycles or tumble dry as heat and heavy mechanical laundry cycles can shrink the fleece weave or cause excessive pilling.
• Machine wash inside out on a cold gentle wool cycle (30°C) using a mild eco friendly detergent to preserve the rich texture and deep colour character.
• Line dry naturally away from direct heat sources do not tumble dry to prevent heat shrinkage and maintain the structured drape.
• Avoid using bleaching agents harsh chemical stain removers or heavy fabric softeners that can break down the natural performance of the fleece material.

Universal Works Fleece Lancaster Jacket - Our FAQs

1. Is the Lancaster fabric heavy like a winter coat? It is a substantial mid to heavyweight fleece that strikes the perfect balance. It serves as a highly effective outer jacket during crisp autumn days and converts into an incredibly warm insulating midlayer under heavy overcoats when deep winter arrives.
2. Does the shawl collar fold down flat? Yes the shawl collar is engineered to lay naturally flat against your collarbone providing a comfortable bulk free fit that allows you to layer it underneath larger coats without any neck restriction.
3. Will this fleece pile easily after continuous wear? Universal Works utilises high quality premium blended knit techniques to ensure excellent resistance to excessive pilling though minor friction fuzz can be safely cleared over time with a standard fabric shaver.
4. Are the cuffs elasticated? No the sleeves feature a clean traditional open cuff design with fine jersey binding keeping the profile sleek relaxed and comfortable around the wrists.
5. Is there an internal chest pocket? No the Lancaster focuses on a clean minimalist aesthetic featuring two large highly functional patch pockets situated on the front waist for easy access.

Why buy Universal Works from Urban Industry

• We are a trusted long established independent UK store trading since 2002.
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• We are committed to finding the very best quality independent menswear and authentic heritage brands from around the world to build a curated selection each season that customers can trust in.
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Product Code: 35701