Thursday, March 14, 2024

Donkey Jackets

 Another useful garment worn by punks was the donkey jacket. I think I got mine from an army surplus shop. You could get them with plastic sewn on the shoulders but I didn't like those types. Too plebian. I think Hugh Cornwell of the Stranglers wore one and the singer of the Cortinas did too.

From the wiki

The donkey jacket is regarded as typical of the British manual labourer and trade unionist as well as members of the political left. It is also favoured by traditionalist Teddy boys, Rockabillys and skinheads.[3][4]



Susan wearing one in 2009 pic Jane Barnes