Let’s start of by setting the record straight, “flannel” is a fabric not a pattern. Often times people mistakenly reference flannel to mean any shirt with a plaid or tartan pattern, which is incorrect. Flannel is a soft woven fabric, of various fineness and was originally made from carded wool or worsted yarn, but is now often made from either wool, cotton, or synthetic fibre.

With all the semantics aside we can now talk about other uses of flannel outside of the typical lumberjack persona. The flannel fabric is truly a very versatile garment and with the various twills, patterns and colours available today you can quite literally wear it in any social setting, assuming it’s styled appropriately. To prove this point we’ve put together 3 outfits illustrating 3 common social environments, casual, social and formal to help you think outside of the “style” box. 

Strellson Double Faced Wool Scarf: $98
Amanda Christensen Pocket Square: $45
Johnny Love Auden Tie: $75
Johnny Love Orwell Flannel Shirt: $185
Hilton Solid Wool Suit: $898

Strellson Lightweight Woven Scarf: $78
Vito Tweed Speckle Blazer: $200
Amanda Christensen Tie: $95
Mastai Ferretti Flannel Shirt: $185

Blue Industry Puffer Vest: $130
Strellson Herringbone Scarf: $78
PYA Tee: $60
Mastai Ferretti Buffalo Check Flannel Shirt: $195
Oscar Plaid Flannel Shirt: $195