WOOL/CASHMERE HOODED BALMACAAN COAT

A balmacaan coat reimagined through WHATS’ unique lens, taking inspiration from the U.S. military M-51 / M-65 shell parkas worn by UK Mods in the 1960s as protective cold-weather gear for riding scooters.

The body is crafted from a high-quality wool/cashmere blend, characterized by the understated luster and fluid touch unique to natural materials. By tailoring it with the generous silhouette reminiscent of a shell parka, we have achieved a balance that allows this traditional balmacaan coat to be worn casually and effortlessly.

The oversized hood, a signature feature, is modeled after the details of the M-65 shell parka. It uses different military-grade fabric from the body, using the contrast between the materials as an accent.

The hood features rough stenciling inspired by the decorated Vespa and Lambretta scooters favored by Mods of the era, along with cotton patches and original pin badges. Details evocative of 1960s UK street culture are incorporated throughout.

The hood is detachable via buttons. Wear it attached for a rugged, military-style shell parka look, or remove it for a classic, sophisticated balmacaan coat style, allowing you to enjoy two different aesthetics.

The lining is boldly printed with WHATS’ original artwork, inspired by the soup can packaging that became an iconic motif of 20th-century pop art. This provides a vivid, playful contrast to the subdued expression of the outer shell.

An original D-ring with the WHATS logo is placed on the back neck, serving not only as a design accent but also as a functional hanger loop.

This long coat fuses the elegance of a traditional balmacaan with the functional beauty of military wear, 60s UK Mod culture, and the signature playfulness of WHATS.