Patrick de Barentzen has come up with a sophisticated slimly cut coat-dress that is ideal for the country or city wear. Its trim stand-up collar sits away from the neck, and set-in sleeves end at the wrist bone with cuffs that button closed. There are welt pockets for stashing away small items. How handsome this would be, done in grey flannel with a parade of silver buttons marching up the front – and equally good looking made of classic Tattersall check. It is truly suitable for a multitude of fabrics.