DATING TO ANCIENT EGYPT BUT GAINING MAINSTREAM APPEAL IN 1700s COURTLY ENGLAND, CORDUROY HAS SEEN COUNTLESS ITERATIONS AND MODES OF REPURPOSING, AND IS NOW REINVENTED AGAIN TO WARM THESE LAST WINTER DAYS

BY MATTHEW MIZRACH

New Era Cotton Corduroy Reversible Bucket Hat
Uniquely qualified to match your mood: solid navy on one side for a conservative approach, and a multicolored option for when you’re looking to up the pizazz. $75, saks.com

Polo Ralph Lauren Bronx Lions Embroidered Cotton Corduroy Jacket
Paying homage to classic American lettermen jacket designs of the 1950s and ’60s, RL adds its own unique fl air to this handsome navy corduroy piece. The “Bronx Lion” embroidery refers to the designer’s hometown. $398, matchesfashion.com

Boglioli Corduroy Two Button Jacket
A dependable sport jacket is essential for every season one that can transform even basic attire into a fashion forward adventure. Enter this stunning design from the Milanese fashion house, made with a delicate micro corduroy fabric. $796, neimanmarcus.com

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Emporio Armani Corduroy Five Pocket Pants
A versatile option for winter through early spring, this statement making pair of cords is the perfect contrast to a simple black sweater or turtleneck. Five pockets make for convenient storage, and a tapered leg and regular fit result in a suave, comfortable look. $183, neimanmarcus.com

Brunello Cucinelli Corduroy Side Striped Cotton Jersey Track Pants
These meticulously crafted pants are about as luxe as sportswear gets. Italian made from a fleece back cotton blend the headliner is a pair of sleek corduroy panels that run lengthwise on either side. $1,045, garmany.com

Missoni Corduroy Collar Cardigan
Made entirely of sumptuous cashmere, this multi color long sleeve piece has some killer detailing, including brown accent buttons and a pointed corduroy collar. Made in Italy. $2,379, farfetch.com

Kent & Curwen Padded Corduroy Gillet
There is a subtle distinction between a gillet and vest, but essentially they style the same. This remarkable example from Kent & Curwen is made from padded corduroy, with a sleek button over front and all around debonair appearance. $679, farfetch.com

Brunello Cucinelli Leather Trimmed Corduroy Holdall
Corduroy needn’t be relegated to a wardrobe the versatile fabric can be incorporated into bags and accessories to wondrous effect. This luxurious weekender is crafted from beige corduroy, with refined brown leather trim and silver tone hardware. $3,795, garmany.com