St. Michael Harrington

The first Harrington jacket was allegedly made in the 1930s by the British clothing company Baracuta. Elvis Presley popularized the Baracuta G9 in his 1958 movie King Creole. The jacket got the nickname "Harrington" from the character Rodney Harrington in the 1960s prime time soap opera, Peyton Place. Worn less frequently these days, the stylishly-fitting jacket can still be found in the right fashion circles.

Utility jackets were first developed in the early 20th century for American farmhands, who, understandably, spent a lot of time working outside. As a result, they needed something warm and protective, with lots of pockets to stow their tools. While they continue to be worn as workwear, they've also become a widespread everyday jacket for their versatile look and lightweight feel.