
Hooké
Canadian Overshirt
The Canadian Overshirt from Hooké is a lightweight, long-sleeve overshirt featuring a buffalo check pattern in deep blue and tan. It is constructed from thick recycled polyester flannel and lightweight recycled polyester felt, with full-length snap buttons, two chest flap pockets with snap closures, and a pointed collar. This versatile layer can be worn as a shirt or light jacket.
- Material
- Thick recycled polyester flannel and lightweight recycled polyester felt
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Specifications
Lightweight version of the classic Canadian overshirt, made from thick recycled polyester flannel with snap button closure and chest pockets.
Snap button full-length closure, two flap chest pockets, lightweight recycled polyester felt.
- Material
- Thick recycled polyester flannel and lightweight recycled polyester felt
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Inspired by the insulated Canadian overshirt, this version is lighter
- Thick recycled polyester flannel
- Full-length snap buttons
- Two flap pockets on the chest
- Lightweight recycled polyester felt
Product Insights
Hooké's Canadian Overshirt is a 340 g/m² synthetic flannel layer for cool, damp conditions between 5°C and 15°C, promising wool-like warmth without the itch, a brushed finish for direct skin contact, and a drape that layers under an outer shell. It resists fog and drizzle and dries faster than wool, but this performance comes with a tradeoff: when fully soaked, its insulation drops to just 20–30%, making it better suited to light dampness than downpours. Machine washable and dryable without shrinkage or felting, it holds its texture through repeated washing, while the navy-and-tan buffalo check—nearly black in low light—and full-length snap placket give it a heritage Canadian outdoors look. At C$145, stocked in 250+ Canadian retailers, it undercuts button-closure wool rivals like Wax London's US$245 Whiting, and offers 30-day free returns, but its lack of elastane means less stretch than some competitors, and its warmth is only maintained when dry.
Verified claims
- Moisture management
- Resists moisture and dries faster than wool; fully soaked, it retains 20–30% of its insulation.
- Temperature range
- Suits 5°C–15°C (40°F–60°F) conditions.
- Insulation
- Warmth matching wool applies only while dry; soaked, the overshirt retains 20-30% of its insulation.
- Care
- Machine washable and dryable without shrinkage or felting; use warm/cold water and low-heat drying.
- Damp weather
- Resists fog and drizzle and dries fast; when soaked, insulation drops to 20–30% of dry
- Layering fit
- 340 g/m² flannel with no insulation layer drapes like a shirt and layers under an outer shell.
- Comfort
- Brushed finish allows direct skin contact without the itch of wool.
- Durability
- Synthetic flannel resists shrinkage, felting, and texture loss from repeated washing.
- Color
- Navy/Midnight Blue is a large navy-and-tan buffalo check, not a solid navy, and appears nearly black in low light.
- Heritage
- A 2012 Québec design brief rooted Hooké in Canadian nature heritage; this is a lighter cut of the Insulated Canadian Shirt.
- Retail distribution
- Stocked in 250+ Canadian outdoor, hunting and fishing boutiques and by Sail, MEC, Atmosphère and Simons.
- Price comparison
- Lists at C$145, while Wax London's Whiting Oran Check lists at US$245.
- Snap closure
- Full-length snap placket and two snap chest pockets, while Wax London's Whiting uses corozo buttons.
- Certifications
- Certified to GRS and Oeko-Tex Standard 100; Wax London's Whiting Oran Check holds Oekotex STEP at mill level.
- Returns
- 30-day returns with free Canadian labels; BYLT Basics' Coastal Overshirt is exchange-only.
- Fabric stretch
- Flannel contains no elastane, while Percival's Canyon Heavyweight Overshirt has 1%.
Product record
- Title
- Canadian Overshirt
- Brand
- Hooké
- Price
- 145 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
A long-sleeve overshirt with large check plaid in blue and tan, pointed collar, button/snap front with a contrasting darker placket, and two chest flap pockets with visible metal snap buttons. Fabric appears brushed or slightly fuzzy like flannel.
- Overall shape and fitLong-sleeve, straight-hem overshirt worn open; relaxed fit over a layer underneath, falls to hip length on the model.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.08 · w 0.44 · h 0.62 (high) - PatternLarge check plaid composed of alternating deep blue and tan squares across the body and sleeves.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.08 · w 0.44 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.14 · y 0.30 · w 0.20 · h 0.36 (medium) - Chest flap pocketsTwo chest flap pockets with triangular flap shape and a visible round metal snap/button at each flap center.
2 regions
x 0.24 · y 0.20 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.34 · y 0.20 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - CollarPointed shirt collar lying flat with the top button area visible.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.08 · w 0.12 · h 0.06 (high) - Front placket contrastNarrow darker navy vertical inner placket visible where the shirt is open, running from collar to hem with visible metal snaps on the outer edge.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.14 · w 0.06 · h 0.44 (high) - CuffsButtoned cuffs with the sleeve ends slightly rolled or folded once at the wrists, showing the cuff seam.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.46 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (medium); x 0.40 · y 0.42 · w 0.08 · h 0.12 (medium) - Fabric appearanceSurface looks brushed or slightly fuzzy consistent with flannel or similar brushed woven fabric.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.16 · w 0.28 · h 0.40 (medium)
Other
Studio lifestyle image showing a full-body model standing on a plain light background, holding a tan suede tote; soft even lighting with a faint floor shadow.
- Model and poseMale model standing in three-quarter view facing slightly to the right, left hand in pocket and right hand holding a tote bag at hip level.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.96 (high) - Background and lightingEven, neutral light grey to white background with soft shadows under the model indicating studio lighting.
- Prop - tote bagTan suede-looking tote bag with two beige webbing handles held by the model; bag sits near the model's right thigh.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.58 · w 0.18 · h 0.28 (high) - Image qualitySharp, high-resolution studio photograph with no visible motion blur or compression artifacts.
Colors
deep blue· blue checks#142453warm tan· tan checksnavy· front inner placket#1A2A55- Overall shape and fitLong-sleeve, straight-hem overshirt worn open; relaxed fit over a layer underneath, falls to hip length on the model.
- 02

Product
Front view of a long-sleeve checked overshirt worn by a model; visible features include a pointed collar, snap-button front placket, two chest flap pockets with snap closures, and a brushed textured woven fabric with large two-color check pattern.
- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve overshirt worn open over a white T-shirt; hem falls to upper thigh, relaxed straight body, standard pointed shirt collar.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.12 · w 0.84 · h 0.76 (high) - Check patternLarge buffalo-style check composed of alternating tan and deep blue squares covering the entire shirt surface.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.16 · w 0.76 · h 0.68 (high) - Chest pocketsTwo chest patch pockets with pointed flaps; each flap secured by a single metal snap visible at center of flap.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.24 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.24 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Front placket and snapsCenter front placket with visible round metal snap buttons spaced down the shirt; inner placket appears darker/navy fabric contrast.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.20 · w 0.14 · h 0.60 (high) - Fabric textureSoft, slightly fuzzy brushed woven surface consistent with flannel-like material; nap visible on check areas.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.28 · w 0.60 · h 0.44 (medium) - Small woven tagSmall rectangular woven tag sewn into seam near left chest pocket edge; tag is dark with a tiny light mark.
1 region
x 0.57 · y 0.34 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (medium) - Sleeve cuffsLong sleeves end in single-button or snap cuffs; cuffs shown fastened and the sleeve has same check pattern continuous across cuff.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.48 · w 0.22 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.40 · w 0.22 · h 0.30 (high) - Visible underlayerWhite crewneck T-shirt visible beneath the overshirt at chest and neckline.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a male model against a plain light gray background cropped mid-thigh; soft even lighting with subtle shadowing; image shows slight right-facing pose and head turned to model's left.
- BackgroundUniform light gray studio background with no visible props or packaging.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model pose and framingModel shown from head to upper thighs, body angled slightly to viewer's left, hands clasped near midline.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.04 · w 0.84 · h 0.92 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting producing gentle shadows under chin and along left side of body (viewer right), minimal specular highlights.
Colors
warm tan· tan check squares#B37D5Bdeep navy blue· deep blue check squares#1B2C5Baged brass· metal snap buttons#7A6463- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve overshirt worn open over a white T-shirt; hem falls to upper thigh, relaxed straight body, standard pointed shirt collar.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve overshirt in a large buffalo check pattern with a horizontal back yoke seam, shirt collar, button cuffs, and a gently curved hem. Fabric appears brushed with a soft, slightly fuzzy finish.
- Overall silhouetteBack view of a relaxed-fit shirt with a straight back, slightly rounded hem that falls below the waist, and long sleeves ending at buttoned cuffs.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.12 · w 0.80 · h 0.74 (high) - PatternLarge buffalo check grid made of alternating square blocks in two contrasting colors covering the entire visible back and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.16 · w 0.76 · h 0.66 (high) - Back yoke seamHorizontal yoke seam runs across the upper back just below the shoulders, visible as a sewn line that aligns with the pattern.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.20 · w 0.72 · h 0.10 (high) - CollarClassic shirt collar visible from the rear with a folded collar stand; collar fabric shows the same check pattern.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.12 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high) - Cuff detailButtoned sleeve cuffs with visible single button on each cuff; cuff fabric continues the check pattern and is slightly gathered where fastened.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high) - Fabric textureSurface appears brushed or slightly fuzzy suggesting a soft flannel-like finish; weave texture visible in close view of pattern transitions.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.30 · w 0.40 · h 0.40 (medium) - Hem shapeHemline is gently curved upward at the sides and longer at center back, following a traditional shirt hem shape.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.72 · w 0.72 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Studio rear portrait of a male model wearing the overshirt against a plain light gray background with even, soft lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model and poseMale model shown from the rear, head turned slightly to the left, hands relaxed at sides; lower torso partially visible wearing denim pants.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.04 · w 0.60 · h 0.92 (high) - BackgroundEven, neutral light gray backdrop with no visible props or texture.
- Lighting and shadowSoft studio lighting produces gentle, diffuse shadows mainly beneath the arms and at the lower hem; no harsh highlights.
- Image cropImage is vertically framed to include the model from head to just below the hips; slight crop of hands and lower legs.
Colors
camel tan· check squares - camel#9B6B4Bnavy blue· check squares - navy#1B2C5C- Overall silhouetteBack view of a relaxed-fit shirt with a straight back, slightly rounded hem that falls below the waist, and long sleeves ending at buttoned cuffs.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Hooké
W's Canadian Overshirt
Variants
5 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4609789 | Canadian Overshirt - Navy/midnight Blue - Small | CA$145.00 | Yes |
| 4609790 | Canadian Overshirt - Navy/midnight Blue - Medium | CA$145.00 | Yes |
| 4609791 | Canadian Overshirt - Navy/midnight Blue - Large | CA$145.00 | Yes |
| 4609792 | Canadian Overshirt - Navy/midnight Blue - X-Large | CA$145.00 | Yes |
| 4609793 | Canadian Overshirt - Navy/midnight Blue - Xx-Large | CA$145.00 | Yes |