Is the fit true to size, or should I size up or down for a typical layering piece?

This jacket has a regular/straight fit and is true to size. We recommend ordering your normal size for a relaxed silhouette that allows for light layering underneath.

What is the weight (gsm) of the organic cotton twill? Is it suitable for mild fall or also for early winter layering?

The specific GSM (grams per square meter) is not published for this fabric. Based on its construction as an organic cotton twill with slight stretch, it is a medium-weight fabric — suitable for mild fall layering and early winter under a heavier coat, but not designed for deep winter wear alone.

Does the fabric shrink noticeably after the first wash, and what is the recommended care (machine washable, dry clean only)?

The jacket is machine washable (we recommend following the care label instructions). As with most garment-dyed organic cotton twills, some minimal shrinkage may occur on the first wash; washing in cold water and air drying will help minimize this.

Are the front patch pockets deep enough to securely hold a modern smartphone or wallet?

Yes, the front patch pockets are designed to be practical and roomy — typical of chore jackets. They are deep enough to securely hold a modern smartphone and a wallet, though we always recommend checking the fit with your items once received.

How does the 'faded blue tone' look in natural daylight compared to the product photos? Is the color consistent across the entire jacket?

The faded blue tone is achieved through garment-dyeing, which gives a soft, lived-in look with subtle color variations across the jacket — that is intentional and part of the design. In natural daylight, the color is a true navy with a slightly washed appearance, very close to the product photos. Because it's garment-dyed, you may see slight unevenness in color, which enhances the vintage workwear character.

PS Paul Smith

Navy Twill Chore Jacket

CA$425.00CAD

In Stock

This PS Paul Smith chore jacket is a straight-fit workwear-inspired outerwear piece crafted from slight-stretch organic cotton twill in a navy tone. It features a point collar, inverted back pleats, three front patch pockets (two lower, one chest) plus an inner patch pocket, and metallic buttons, with a rugged construction suited for casual everyday wear. The jacket includes topstitching details and a signature embroidered emblem on the pocket.

Color: Navy
Material: Slight stretch organic cotton twill
Gender: unisex
Style: utilitarian, minimal, classic, casual, modern
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets

Color

Navy/Midnight Blue

Size

SMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE

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Specifications

Straight-fit chore jacket in slight stretch organic cotton twill with point collar, inverted pleats at back, and multiple patch pockets.

Slight stretch organic cotton twill, straight fit, point collar, inverted pleats at back, three patch pockets on front, inner patch pocket, embroidered signature emblem, metallic buttons.

Color: Navy · blue
Material: Slight stretch organic cotton twill
Style: utilitarian, minimal, classic, casual, modern
Gender: unisex
Age Group: adult
Condition: new
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets

Additional Attributes

Slight stretch organic cotton twill
Straight fit
Point collar
Inverted pleats at the back
Three patch pockets on the front
Inner patch pocket
Embroidered signature emblem on pocket
Metallic buttons
Rugged construction
Faded blue tone

Product Insights

The PS Paul Smith Navy Twill Chore Jacket is a garment-dyed navy twill jacket that echoes French bleu de travail with superior color fastness and gradual fading for a lived-in patina. Heritage details such as buttoned cuffs, internal pocket, back pleats, and an embroidered signature stripe on one pocket maintain workwear authenticity while the true-to-size fit with elastane stretch and inverted back pleats provides a tailored silhouette for cleaner layering in fall. The twill weave and organic dye enhance durability, tear strength, and wrinkle resistance, while deep front pockets fit a smartphone and wallet, and the interior pocket contrasts with the faded exterior. The medium weight is suitable for fall and early winter under a coat, but design heritage is concentrated in one pocket's embroidered stripe, offering subtle branding.

Verified claims

Heritage color: Garment-dyed navy echoes bleu de travail with superior color fastness.
Heritage details: Buttoned cuffs, internal pocket, back pleats, and embroidered stripe maintain workwear authenticity.
Color character: Unique garment-dyed navy deliberately echoes French bleu de travail.
Color accuracy: Color in daylight closely matches product photos.
Signature stripe: PS Paul Smith's signature stripe is embroidered on a pocket.
Fit: True-to-size regular fit with stretch and inverted back pleats for cleaner layering; medium weight for fall.
Stretch: Elastane blend prevents arm-binding stiffness for full range of motion.
Durability: Twill weave and organic dye improve tear strength, wrinkle recovery, and color fastness.
Seasonality: Medium-weight twill suits fall layering and early winter under a coat.
Front pockets: Front pockets are deep enough for a smartphone and wallet.
Inner pocket: Inner pocket has a century-old design for securing valuables.
Embroidered stripe: One front pocket features Paul Smith's signature embroidered stripe.
Silhouette: Inverted back pleats shape the traditional boxy chore coat for a tailored fit.
Design details: Embroidered PS Paul Smith stripe, buttoned cuffs, and inner patch pocket.
Care: 98% organic cotton, 2% elastane twill is garment-dyed and resists wrinkles, tears, and scuffs.
Design heritage: Garment-dyed navy twill evokes bleu de travail; one pocket carries the signature embroidered stripe.
Functional details: Inverted pleats, internal pocket, button cuffs, deep smartphone-friendly pockets.
Patina evolution: Garment-dyeing gives a lived-in start; organic cotton holds color for gradual fading.
Wear resistance: Twill hides scuffs and resists tears; buttoned cuffs prevent creasing.
Interior patina: Interior pocket holds original color, contrasting with faded exterior.

Product record

Title: Navy Twill Chore Jacket
Brand: PS Paul Smith
Price: 425 CAD
Availability: In stock

Deep Research

The chore jacket’s workwear roots and modern interpretation

The buttoned cuffs, a feature designed to let laborers roll their sleeves for work, are carried over faithfully here, so the jacket signals its utilitarian roots even though the fabric has been upgraded to a stretch-cotton twill.
The deep navy cotton twill deliberately echoes the original French bleu de travail, the 19th-century work coat whose indigo blue gave us the term 'blue-collar' — Paul Smith garment-dyes the fabric for a softer, worn-in finish that mimics decades of natural fading without the stiffness of the original rigid drill.
Unlike the straight, boxy bodies of early chore coats, this jacket incorporates inverted back pleats that give the silhouette a subtle tailored shape — a distinctly modern refinement that improves drape without sacrificing the looseness essential to the form.
The internal patch pocket — a feature first introduced by French manufacturer Le Mont Saint Michel in 1913 as a secure spot for a watch or ID — is included here, continuing a century-old inner refinement that adds practicality without altering the jacket's clean exterior.
A single pocket on this jacket is embroidered with the PS Paul Smith signature stripe, a deliberate brand mark that disrupts the anonymized, uniform tradition of workwear and instead claims the chore jacket as a design object within the Paul Smith universe.

What to expect from organic cotton twill with stretch

The addition of 2% elastane to the organic cotton twill gives the jacket a subtle, functional stretch that prevents the stiff, arm-binding sensation typical of pure cotton chore coats, so you can move freely without straining seams.
The diagonal twill weave inherently offers approximately 15% higher tear resistance than a plain-weave cotton of the same thickness, so snagging the jacket on a door handle or fence is far less likely to turn into a noticeable rip.
Organic cotton has been shown to achieve greater dye penetration and superior color fastness compared to conventional cotton, so the garment-dyed navy on this jacket will remain richer and fade more slowly through repeated washes.
Cotton twill naturally resists wrinkling and holds its shape well, so the jacket’s straight silhouette, collar, and pleats stay crisp throughout the day without ironing, making it an easy choice for travel or long work days.
The twill’s distinctive diagonal ribs visually break up light soiling and scuffs, so the jacket stays looking presentable for days of wear — a practical advantage for a garment inspired by workwear.

Image Analysis

3 images

01: Product
Front view of a navy twill chore jacket shown on a model from neck to hips. Visible features include a fold-down collar, full button placket with four visible buttons, two lower patch pockets, one chest patch pocket, long set-in sleeves, and visible topstitching along seams and pocket edges.
CollarFold-down shirt-style collar in the same navy fabric, lying open over the model's white polo collar; collar points are rounded at the tips.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high)
Button placket and buttonsCentered front button placket with visible stitch-reinforced buttonholes on the right front and four round navy buttons sewn on the left front.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.18 · w 0.32 · h 0.60 (high)
Lower patch pocketsTwo rectangular lower patch pockets set onto the front panels, topstitched around the edges; the right pocket (model left) is partially obscured by the model's hand in the pocket area.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.62 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.60 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (high)
Chest patch pocketA rectangular chest patch pocket on the left chest (model right) with visible topstitching; pocket opening aligned with horizontal panel lines.
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.26 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high)
Sleeve constructionLong set-in sleeves with a straight cuff and visible seam stitching; right sleeve (model left) hangs straight while left sleeve (model right) is bent with hand in pocket.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.76 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.56 (high)
Fabric and surface textureOpaque woven twill fabric with a matte finish and fine diagonal weave visible in close inspection; consistent color and subtle worn stitching along edges.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high)
Hem and bottom edgeStraight hem finishing at the hip with visible topstitching along the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.72 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a model cropped at mid-thigh with a plain light gray background. Even diffuse lighting with soft shadows; image centered on the jacket. The model wears a white polo and tan pants that are partially visible and act as styling but are not described as product features.
Shot compositionCentered frontal crop showing model from neck to upper thighs; jacket is the primary visual focus.
BackgroundUniform light gray background with no visible props or packaging.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low)
Lighting and shadowsSoft, even studio lighting with subtle shadows under the hem and along the sleeves indicating diffuse frontal light.
Model and stylingMale model wearing the jacket over a white polo and tan trousers; left hand partly inserted into the jacket pocket.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.68 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high)
Colors
navy· jacket body#1E2C49
02: Product
Front view of a navy twill chore jacket with a straight hem, button-front closure, patch pockets, and a point collar; worn open on a model so interior and underlying garments are visible.
SilhouetteStraight, boxy jacket body with long set-in sleeves and a straight hem that falls to the hip area.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.06 · w 0.72 · h 0.44 (high)
ClosureSingle-breasted button front with visible round buttons; jacket is shown partly unbuttoned.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.12 · w 0.22 · h 0.36 (high)
Pocket configurationTwo lower rectangular patch pockets and one left-chest patch pocket all topstitched to the front panels.
3 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.34 · w 0.22 · h 0.16 (medium); x 0.56 · y 0.32 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (medium); x 0.46 · y 0.18 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (high)
CollarPoint collar with visible collar points; jacket worn open so collar lies flat against garment beneath.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.06 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high)
Fabric and finishMatte woven twill fabric with visible topstitching around pockets, placket and seams; slight creasing at sleeves and hem.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.10 · w 0.60 · h 0.36 (high)
ButtonsRound four-hole or sew-through style buttons matching the jacket color; three buttons visible on the placket.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.15 · w 0.12 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Styled full-body studio shot on a model against a plain white background with even lighting and minimal shadow; underlying clothing and shoes are visible but not part of the product description.
Shot compositionFull-body frontal studio photo of a model cropped slightly above the mouth; subject centered with even white background.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Background and lightingUniform white background with soft, even studio lighting and faint soft shadow beneath the model.
Model stylingJacket is worn open on a standing model with hands partially in lower pockets; underlying garments and pants are visible.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.28 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high)
Image qualityHigh-resolution image with clear detail and accurate focus across the garment.
Colors
navy blue· body#1E2A42
03: Product
Rear view of a navy long-sleeve chore jacket showing the back panel, raised collar, yoke seam, center box pleat, side seams and cuff details.
Back panelOne-piece back panel in a matte navy twill with a vertical center box pleat running down from the yoke to roughly mid-back.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.12 · w 0.84 · h 0.72 (high)
Raised collarStand-up collar visible from the rear, folded upright with visible topstitching along the edge.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.02 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high)
Rear yoke and seamHorizontal yoke seam extends across the upper back ending near each shoulder with visible double topstitching.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.08 · w 0.88 · h 0.10 (high)
Loop tabRectangular fabric loop/tab sewn onto the center upper yoke just below the collar.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.06 · w 0.16 · h 0.04 (high)
Side seam pocketsVertical pocket openings set into the side seams, partially visible as narrow slits along each side.
2 regions
x 0.78 · y 0.44 · w 0.14 · h 0.30 (medium); x 0.06 · y 0.44 · w 0.14 · h 0.30 (medium)
Sleeve and cuffLong sleeves with buttoned barrel cuffs; the right cuff shows a visible two-button placket and stitched hem.
2 regions
x 0.74 · y 0.68 · w 0.20 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.02 · y 0.46 · w 0.30 · h 0.44 (medium)
TopstitchingVisible topstitching along seams and hem in the same or slightly contrasting thread, visible as single or double stitch lines.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.88 · h 0.84 (high)
HemStraight hem at the jacket bottom with a narrow stitched finish.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.74 · w 0.72 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Image shows a model from the rear against a plain light background; lower torso includes tan pants. Even studio lighting with soft shadows and no visible packaging or props.
Model presencePartial view of a person wearing the jacket, visible from the upper neck to mid-thigh; right hand and part of head visible.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.00 · w 0.46 · h 0.98 (high)
Background and lightingUniform light gray to off-white studio background with even diffuse lighting and soft shadowing under the hem.
Supporting garmentTan or camel-colored trousers visible from the waist to mid-thigh, worn by the model and partially occluded by the jacket.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.76 · w 0.64 · h 0.22 (high)
Image framingPhotographed from slightly above mid-back height showing the full back of the jacket and some sleeve length; tight crop excludes full head and lower legs.
Colors
deep navy· jacket body#1D2740

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Is the fit true to size, or should I size up or down for a typical layering piece?: This jacket has a regular/straight fit and is true to size. We recommend ordering your normal size for a relaxed silhouette that allows for light layering underneath.
What is the weight (gsm) of the organic cotton twill? Is it suitable for mild fall or also for early winter layering?: The specific GSM (grams per square meter) is not published for this fabric. Based on its construction as an organic cotton twill with slight stretch, it is a medium-weight fabric — suitable for mild fall layering and early winter under a heavier coat, but not designed for deep winter wear alone.
Does the fabric shrink noticeably after the first wash, and what is the recommended care (machine washable, dry clean only)?: The jacket is machine washable (we recommend following the care label instructions). As with most garment-dyed organic cotton twills, some minimal shrinkage may occur on the first wash; washing in cold water and air drying will help minimize this.
Are the front patch pockets deep enough to securely hold a modern smartphone or wallet?: Yes, the front patch pockets are designed to be practical and roomy — typical of chore jackets. They are deep enough to securely hold a modern smartphone and a wallet, though we always recommend checking the fit with your items once received.
How does the 'faded blue tone' look in natural daylight compared to the product photos? Is the color consistent across the entire jacket?: The faded blue tone is achieved through garment-dyeing, which gives a soft, lived-in look with subtle color variations across the jacket — that is intentional and part of the design. In natural daylight, the color is a true navy with a slightly washed appearance, very close to the product photos. Because it's garment-dyed, you may see slight unevenness in color, which enhances the vintage workwear character.

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/men-designer/jackets-overshirts/navy-twill-chore-jacket--15855-16771156?colourId=0
Updated: July 31, 2026