Vans, Sk8-Hi MTE in pewter, £70
Winter-proofed boots to keep your feet warm and dry when the weather won’t play ball. vans.co.uk
Manhattan Portage, Hiker 3 in camo, £150
Water-resistant pack in camo, for stealthy (and dry) gear-lugging. manhattanportage.co.uk
Craghoppers, Wetherby trousers, £50
Water-repellent tech, for on or off the beaten track. craghoppers.com
Filson, Woolpacker coat, £404
In rain-beating virgin wool with sheepskin collar, from the Seattle-based purveyors of style and substance. filson.com
Samsoe, Long-sleeved pullover in cream, £89.95
Because Scandinavians know a bit about bad weather and good looks. samsoe.com
Scotch & Soda, Concept t-shirt, £44.95
With nautical map design, in case you’re lost at sea in one very specific location. scotch-soda.com
Vans, Linden vest in trekking green, £120
Free arms, warm body – it’s time to chop some wood in the snow. vans.co.uk
Craghoppers, Brompton gloves in peacock, £15
Retro style and modern insulation. Very handy indeed. craghoppers.com
Picture, Ski club oxford shirt, £59.99
With tiny skier pattern, so you’re always on message, even off the slopes. picture-organic-clothing.com
Taylor Morris, Saratoga II in tortoiseshell, £150
Cold sunny days rule – and so do these gold-lensed specs. taylormorriseyewear.com
Pittards, Captive flask 6oz, £45
Because all the clothes in the world can’t warm your soul. pittardsonline.com
There’s only one way to deal with the slow, grinding arrival of cold weather – stick two fingers up at it and dress like a don.
Here’s our pick of this season’s most stylish (and warm) gear for men.
