HOGGS OF FIFE Rothesay Utility Gilet – Men's – Khaki

The HOGGS OF FIFE Rothesay Utility Gilet is a practical country layer designed to provide flexible comfort and extensive storage for work and outdoor activities.

Made from a lightly brushed cotton-blend fabric with added elastane, it provides the stretch needed for unrestricted movement. A PFAS-free water-repellent finish offers additional protection against light rain and everyday splashes.

Multiple zipped, stud-fastened and handwarmer pockets keep equipment and personal belongings organised, while a chest-mounted D-ring provides a convenient attachment point for keys or a dog lead.

Key Features

• 58% cotton, 32% polyamide and 10% elastane

• Lightly brushed finish

• Stretch fabric for freedom of movement

• PFAS-free water-repellent treatment

• Two upper pockets with stud-fastened flaps

• Vertical zipped chest pocket

• Two lower horizontal zipped pockets

• Two lower patch pockets with stud-fastened flaps

• Two handwarmer pockets

• Internal vertical zipped pocket

• Chest D-ring for attaching keys or a dog lead

• Branded antique-brass-coloured studs

• Embroidered logo on the chest pocket flap

• Embroidered logo at the back of the neck

• Colour: Khaki

• Designed for men

Extensive Practical Storage

The Rothesay offers an extensive selection of pockets for carrying tools, accessories and everyday essentials.

Zipped pockets help secure smaller valuables, while the generously sized flap pockets provide convenient access to equipment. Separate handwarmer pockets offer a comfortable place for your hands during cooler conditions.

Flexible Cotton-Blend Fabric

Cotton provides a comfortable, natural feel, while polyamide increases the fabric’s durability. The addition of elastane gives the gilet useful stretch, helping it move with you while working, walking or tending to jobs around the farm and garden.

Its sleeveless construction also leaves the arms unrestricted, making it suitable for active outdoor work and layering over shirts, fleeces or knitwear.

PFAS-Free Water-Repellent Finish

The lightly brushed outer fabric has a PFAS-free water-repellent treatment that helps shed light rain and splashes.

This finish provides useful protection during changeable conditions, although the Rothesay is water-repellent rather than fully waterproof. A waterproof jacket should be worn when stronger or prolonged rain is expected.

Traditional Country Detailing

Antique-brass-coloured studs complement the Khaki fabric and give the gilet a traditional workwear-inspired appearance.

Subtle embroidered branding on the chest pocket flap and back neck provides a smart finishing touch without detracting from the practical design.

Made for Country Life

The Rothesay Utility Gilet is suitable for farming, gardening, fishing, dog walking and general outdoor work. It can be worn as an outer layer during mild weather or incorporated into a layered clothing system when temperatures fall.

Pair it with the matching Hoggs of Fife Rothesay Utility Trousers for a coordinated and practical country outfit.

Care Instructions

• Always check the sewn-in garment label before washing

• Empty every pocket before cleaning

• Close all zips and stud fastenings

• Machine wash at 30°C with similar colours

• Do not use bleach

• Do not tumble dry

• Allow to dry naturally

• Use a cool iron if required

• Do not dry clean

• Avoid fabric conditioner unless permitted by the garment label, as it may affect the water-repellent finish

FAQs

What is the Rothesay Utility Gilet made from?

It is made from 58% cotton, 32% polyamide and 10% elastane, providing a balance of comfort, durability and stretch.

Is the Rothesay Utility Gilet waterproof?

No. It has a PFAS-free water-repellent finish that helps protect against light rain and splashes, but it is not designed as a fully waterproof garment.

How many pockets does it have?

The gilet has an extensive pocket arrangement, including upper flap pockets, zipped chest and lower pockets, patch pockets, handwarmer pockets and an internal zipped security pocket.

What is the D-ring used for?

The chest-mounted D-ring provides a convenient place to clip items such as keys or a dog lead.

Is the fabric stretchy?

Yes. The fabric contains 10% elastane, allowing it to stretch and move comfortably during active work and outdoor activities.

What can it be worn over?

It can be layered over a shirt, polo shirt, sweatshirt, fleece or lightweight knitwear, depending on the weather and activity.

What activities is it suitable for?

It is ideal for farming, gardening, fishing, dog walking, estate work and other country or outdoor activities where freedom of movement and practical storage are important.

Product specifications checked against the official Hoggs of Fife Rothesay Utility Gilet page.