"Oh why do we like Portuguese Flannel's cord chore coats so much? (I ask myself) I think that the pleasant proportions and fit have something to do with it - but what really sets them apart is the fabric. Their corduroys have this dusty washed finish that is just very attractive in person. This brown version is no exception: it looks and feels like a very expensive Japanese mud-dyed fabric. Excellent desaturated brown that will work well with warm and cool palettes."---Greg