‘Well designed, true brown colour, fits perfectly (with room to add layers in winter) and is so comfortable’
Claudia wore the Brora bomber jacket in the first episode of Celebrity Traitors(Image: Sinead McKeefry/Instagram)
With the second episode of Celebrity Traitors leaving viewers on the edge of their seats, the drama in the castle is already escalating – complete with an early slip-up from one of the Traitors who swiftly put their foot in it in episode one (if you know, you know).
Fans will not have to wait long for the next instalment, with episode three airing Thursday at 8pm on BBC One. Alongside the tense roundtables and dramatic rifts, Claudia Winkleman’s enviable Highland wardrobe has once again captured national attention.
Curated by her long-time stylist Sinead McKeefry, Claudia’s second-episode ensemble confirmed one autumn trend is firmly back in fashion: rich chocolate brown outerwear. While her trousers paid homage to the Scottish setting in a vintage Vivienne Westwood kilt-inspired checkered set with a half-pleated skirt, the presenter stayed wrapped up in a funnel-neck brown leather bomber jacket from Brora.
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Unfortunately, for most of us, this Wool Bomber Jacket from Brora is a bit beyond our budget at £545. Thankfully, a comparable style has been spotted at New Look for a fraction of that price: £39.99 (was £49.99), available in a variety of colourways alongside brown.
Sharing a similar funnel-neck design, this Dark Brown Woven Funnel Neck Jacket has a laid-back style that’s perfect for layering, while its boxy cut delivers a distinctive finish. It differs from the original Brora jacket in its fastening, opting for buttons rather than a zip, with a buckled neckline and hem.
Dark Brown Woven Funnel Neck Jacket
The Dark Brown Woven Funnel Neck Jacket is available at New Look and has a similar style to Claudia Winkleman’s Brora jacket from Celebrity Traitors.
Customers have been delighted with the New Look jacket, with numerous fashion enthusiasts praising its ‘comfortable’ fit and ‘heavy’ weight. One five-star review read: “Really lovely jacket. Well designed, true brown colour, fits perfectly (with room to add layers in winter) and is so comfortable.”
Another added: “Lush jacket,” though they did flag one downside that led them to deduct two stars: “Big sizing,” so bear this in mind when placing an order.
Another worthy contender for the cooler autumn months is the F+F Funnel Neck Zip Up Jacket in Burgundy (£35). It boasts a zip fastening behind a placket and a funnel neck that neatly complements its relaxed silhouette.
For those who consider buckles an absolute must, ASOS DESIGN’s 80s Utility Short Trench Jacket in olive comes in at £60, featuring a similar funnel neck secured with a statement buckle and an elasticated hem. This guarantees both maximum comfort and reliable protection against the elements.
