The Harrington is one of those silhouettes that earns its place in every decade, and the polyester versions have gotten genuinely impressive in recent years. The old knock on synthetic outerwear was always the hand feel. That slightly stiff, slightly plasticky quality that made you feel like you were wearing a promotional item. The better manufacturers have closed that gap considerably. We’ve been looking specifically at polyester Harringtons where the fabric drapes and moves like something more expensive, where the tartan lining actually looks considered, and where the fit through the shoulders doesn’t require you to size up just to get your arms working. These are also the practical argument for polyester. Lighter than cotton. Easier to clean. Better in light rain without needing a separate treatment. Worn over a crew neck or under something heavier in transition weather, a well made Harrington at this price point is hard to argue against. These are the ones making the argument well.