Jack Donnelly Returns
After a long hiatus, Jack Donnelly has returned to offer their great quality American khakis.
I have a few pairs from their original run, but the new ones fit a bit differently according to the size chart. Most noticeably, the leg opening has decreased on all the fits since they first opened in 2012. The Slim and Hybrid how have 2" less in the opening for a more modern look and the Original is now 1" less. My first pair from Jack Donnelly had an 18" opening, which was later tapered down by a seamstress. My fit preferences skew a bit more modern, so it is not a big deal to me. If you're looking for authentic, full cut World War II khakis you're probably better off looking elsewhere. Contrariwise, if you wear your khakis like jeans (like above) you'll probably enjoy the Slim Fit. I'm all over the Hybrid and Original Fit and will see if I can try them out in the near future.
These still have the authentic details, however, including side seam pockets, two back pockets with only the left buttoned, and a fob pocket in front. Some clothing enthusiasts argue these are the only acceptable details on khakis! We'll have to agree to disagree on that. The shorts and stretch offerings from the site's last incarnation are gone, only three fits and four colours of full length khakis remain. For now, they are only available in "Dalton Twill", which is their name for Cramerton twill -- the same cotton fabric used in the original WWII khakis. Though there's less selection, it allows them to focus on doing one product very well as they find their legs again. I also firmly believe that they are a better value than Bill's Khakis at the moment, especially given that the latter don't even offer Cramerton twill anymore. Give them a go if you haven't before. $125 for a sturdy pair of American-made trousers is not bad at all. They also have a code, "Welcome10", to take 10% off orders for new customers. You're welcome.
Watch their relaunch video below.
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| Owner Gregg Donnelly models a pair of Slim Fit Dalton Twill in a new colour, Slate. |
I have a few pairs from their original run, but the new ones fit a bit differently according to the size chart. Most noticeably, the leg opening has decreased on all the fits since they first opened in 2012. The Slim and Hybrid how have 2" less in the opening for a more modern look and the Original is now 1" less. My first pair from Jack Donnelly had an 18" opening, which was later tapered down by a seamstress. My fit preferences skew a bit more modern, so it is not a big deal to me. If you're looking for authentic, full cut World War II khakis you're probably better off looking elsewhere. Contrariwise, if you wear your khakis like jeans (like above) you'll probably enjoy the Slim Fit. I'm all over the Hybrid and Original Fit and will see if I can try them out in the near future.
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| Hybrid Fit in Khaki |
These still have the authentic details, however, including side seam pockets, two back pockets with only the left buttoned, and a fob pocket in front. Some clothing enthusiasts argue these are the only acceptable details on khakis! We'll have to agree to disagree on that. The shorts and stretch offerings from the site's last incarnation are gone, only three fits and four colours of full length khakis remain. For now, they are only available in "Dalton Twill", which is their name for Cramerton twill -- the same cotton fabric used in the original WWII khakis. Though there's less selection, it allows them to focus on doing one product very well as they find their legs again. I also firmly believe that they are a better value than Bill's Khakis at the moment, especially given that the latter don't even offer Cramerton twill anymore. Give them a go if you haven't before. $125 for a sturdy pair of American-made trousers is not bad at all. They also have a code, "Welcome10", to take 10% off orders for new customers. You're welcome.
Watch their relaunch video below.
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