Army Greenish Brown Shearling Leather Jacket

Army Greenish Brown Shearling Leather Jacket

The Army Greenish Brown Shearling Leather Jacket sits in an unusual colour space — somewhere between olive and brown, the tone military clothing has used for a century because it does not read as either a colour or a neutral. On shearling it is genuinely uncommon, and that is most of the appeal.

• Material: Genuine shearling sheepskin
• Fit: Regular fit, generous by design
• Closure: Front zip
• Color: Army greenish brown with natural wool
• Care: Brush the wool, wipe the hide, specialist cleaning only

Why this colour works

Olive-browns exist in military clothing because they disappear against almost any natural background. In a wardrobe, that same quality makes them extremely easy to wear — the shade sits alongside black, navy, grey, cream, tan and denim without ever clashing.

On shearling it also does something specific: against the cream fleece at the collar and cuffs, a muted green-brown gives a softer contrast than dark brown and a warmer one than black. The jacket reads earthy rather than either heritage or modern.

Shearling construction

One sheepskin tanned with the wool attached — hide outward blocking wind, fleece inward trapping air, no seam between shell and insulation. There is no separate lining, which is exactly why shearling outperforms layered jackets of similar thickness.

Wool keeps insulating when slightly damp, unlike down. In a damp cold winter that matters more than raw loft figures suggest.

Fit, wear and honest notes

Take your normal size — the pattern already allows for the fleece. It is heavy on the shoulders and substantial through the body; both are the warmth.

Honest points: it is a fashion jacket, not military surplus, with no genuine service insignia despite the colour reference. Dyed shades also lighten under sustained sunlight, so store it out of a bright window. Avoid heavy rain, never dry it near direct heat, and use a specialist sheepskin cleaner.

Made to order, XS to 5XL and custom

Made after you order in XS to 5XL, plus Custom — chest, shoulder, sleeve and back length. Free shipping, secure checkout, and honest pricing on genuine sheepskin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this an actual military jacket?

No. It borrows the colour, but it is a fashion jacket with no service insignia or issue history.

Is the shearling real?

Yes — genuine sheepskin tanned with the wool attached.

Is army green hard to wear?

No — olive-browns sit alongside black, navy, grey, cream, tan and denim without clashing.

Will the colour fade?

Sustained direct sunlight lightens dyed shades. Store it away from a bright window.

Should I size up?

No. The pattern already allows for the fleece thickness.

How should it be cleaned?

Brush the wool, wipe the hide, and use a specialist sheepskin cleaner — never a standard dry cleaner.

Do you offer custom sizing?

Yes — XS to 5XL plus Custom to your own measurements.