Men’s Grey Jackets & Coats

Grey is the quiet, versatile shade that sits comfortably between the boldness of navy and the neutrality of black, and it has long been a staple of traditional tailoring. At Jack Murphy, our men’s grey jackets and coats bring that same understated quality to modern wool tweed outerwear.

The range is built around Donegal grey and charcoal herringbone wool tweed, woven using the same heritage mills behind our wider tweed collection. Each coat is designed in Ireland and cut for a tailored fit that works equally well for smart occasions and everyday wear.

As with the rest of our outerwear, every men’s grey coat is fully lined and finished to a high standard, so the tweed continues to hold its shape and colour through years of regular wear. It’s a colour we return to season after season because it sits comfortably within an outfit rather than demanding attention, which is exactly what a good coat should do.

Jack Murphy Ireland - Sean Tweed Coat - Charcoal Wide Herringbone - Tweed

Sean Tweed Coat - Charcoal Herringbone

$595.00

(5.0)

Jack Murphy Ireland - Owen Tweed Coat - Charcoal Wide Herringbone - Tweed

Owen Tweed Coat - Charcoal Herringbone

$595.00

(5.0)

Sean Tweed Coat - Donegal Grey Herringbone

$825.00

(5.0)

New Waterproofs

Glendalough Waterproof Coat - Slate

$265.00

(5.0)

A Tailored Take on Grey

The Sean Tweed Coat in Donegal Grey Herringbone and Sean Tweed Coat in Charcoal Herringbone offer a longer, more formal silhouette, whilst the Owen Tweed Coat in Charcoal Herringbone brings the same tone to a shorter, more structured cut. Both styles share the same herringbone weave, so the choice comes down to length and how formal you need the finished look to be.

Woven From Heritage Wool Tweed

Every grey coat in this range is cut from the same premium wool tweed found across our wider tweed coats collection, chosen for its natural water resistance, warmth and durability, and finished with the herringbone weave that gives Donegal tweed its distinctive texture.

The grey and charcoal herringbones are woven using the same process as our other tweed colourways, so you get the same weight, structure and longevity, just in a tone that leans smarter and more understated than our greens or browns.

Suited to Smart and Everyday Wear

Grey works as well over a shirt and tie as it does with a jumper and jeans, and the structured cut of these coats makes them a natural choice for anyone who wants a coat that moves between formal and casual settings without changing wardrobe. It’s this flexibility, as much as the colour itself, that makes grey worth considering alongside navy as an everyday staple.

Why choose a men’s grey coat over navy or black?

Grey offers a lighter, more neutral alternative to navy or black, and it pairs particularly well with traditional tailoring and smart-casual outfits alike.

What is Donegal tweed?

Donegal tweed is a flecked wool fabric traditionally woven in County Donegal, known for its distinctive texture and the small flecks of colour running through the weave.

How do I care for a grey wool tweed coat?

Brush regularly to remove surface dirt and keep the weave looking fresh, and dry clean rather than wash to preserve the structure and colour of the tweed.

Is a grey tweed coat suitable for formal occasions?

Yes, our grey tweed coats are cut with a tailored silhouette that works well for smart occasions, as well as everyday wear over a jumper or shirt.

What’s the difference between the grey and charcoal herringbone options?

Grey herringbone sits lighter and more muted, whilst charcoal herringbone is a deeper, near-black shade. Both use the same weave and construction, so the choice is a matter of how dark you want the finished coat to read.

What can I wear with a men’s grey coat?

Grey is one of the easiest colours to build an outfit around, working with navy, black, cream and most denim shades, so it rarely needs a wardrobe rethink to fit in.