Jacket

It can be as low as 300, but that’s usually if it’s sourced from immature birds. More often it’s around 450-500, and it can easily go up to 700. If you just look at the numbers, it’s easy to conclude that goose down is generally warmer than duck down. Is duck down warmer than goose […]

Mens jackets are perfect for men who want to look sporty and also want to wear something that is stylish. Many men love to wear this kind of outerwear because they are great at providing comfort. The jackets will provide warmth and also keep you very warm during the cold days. What is the purpose […]

Originally created by the Caribou Inuit to keep warm in the Canadian arctic, the parka was originally made from seal or caribou skin and often coated with fish oil for waterproofing. The word “parka” is thought to come from the Nenets language, translating as “animal skin”. What does the word parka come from? The word […]

Definition of parka 1 : a hooded fur pullover garment for arctic wear. 2 : a usually lined fabric outerwear pullover or jacket. What is the difference between a jacket and a parka? The answer is straightforward: Parkas are longer than jackets and extend below the waist. Some parkas cover your entire backside and run […]

Think about it: in the right fabric a cropped jacket has the ability to keep you just the right amount of warm, but the short length means if the weather gets a bit too hot you can avoid that overwhelming stuffy feeling that comes when you’re too bundled up. Are cropped jackets in Style 2022? […]

The cropped jackets are exactly what they sound like, jackets (and coats) that are cropped. The cropped style is often about the clothing hitting the hip or waist, with the waist versions often being more of a statement with the somewhat difficult silhouette. Are cropped jackets flattering? Not only does it look sporty but it […]

A bolero jacket made from satin is sure to dress up an outfit. A bolero jacket is a short cropped jacket that usually has long sleeves. What are cropped jackets called? A shrug is a cropped, cardigan-like garment with short or long sleeves cut in one with the body, typically knitted. Generally, a shrug covers […]

Mackinaw cloth is a heavy and dense water-repellent woolen cloth, similar to Melton cloth but using a tartan pattern, often “buffalo plaid”. It was used to make a short coat of the same name, sometimes with a doubled shoulder. What is a jacket flannel called? Maybe you haven’t heard the term “shacket” – but chances […]

Eddie Bauer. In 1936, Eddie Bauer invented a quilted jacket insulated by goose down after contracting hypothermia on a winter fishing trip in Washington, setting the template for technicalwear. Two years later, the couturier Charles James designed an evening jacket that resembled a cropped quilt. Who made the first jacket? The coat has been around […]

The jacket length is all about proportions. How the length compliments the legs or upper body by adding height is taken to the simplest form with this rule. If one measures from the back of the suit collar to the floor and divides that length by two then the ideal jacket length is revealed. How […]

Place your measuring tape at the top of your shoulder and extend it down the front of your chest. Stop measuring wherever you would like the jacket to end. Jacket length varies based on height and the style of the jacket. For a standard blazer or coat, a good rule of thumb is to measure […]

What is the thing in the pocket of a suit called? It’s called a handkerchief or a pocket square. It can be made out of different fabrics that match the fabric and the style of your suit. It’s considered to be a formal and a gentleman like accessory. What is the inner jacket in a […]

What is the purpose of a 2-way zip? 2-way zips are designed to open from the bottom of the zip as well as from the top. This is to give you more room at the hem of the coat so you will be more comfortable when you are sitting down. What does double zipper mean? […]

Traditionally a topcoat is an overcoat with a fabric that weighs 18 oz. per yard (500 g per meter) or less. Often they are worn about knee high. Is a top coat a winter coat? An overcoat is a long winter coat used to cover up your clothing, usually in the form of a suit. […]

Fashion history An efficient insulator, the outer garment allowed for the trapping and retention of warm air making it a very popular choice for those enduring harsh winter conditions. Bauer was first to create, sell and patent his design in 1939. Are down jackets worth it? Ultimately, down is worth the cost if you’ll be […]

The key difference between windcheater, windbreaker, rain jacket and raincoat is that windbreakers and windcheaters provide protection against the wind whereas rain jackets and raincoats provide protection against rain. Is windcheater a jacket? A windbreaker, or a windcheater, is a thin fabric jacket designed to resist wind chill and light rain, making it a lighter […]

As coats are heavier, thicker, and more insulating, they are more appropriate for the Winter. As they are more casual, most jackets can have a tighter fit. As they are made to be worn on the outside, some have a more generous fit to comfortably fit on top of other items, such as suit jackets. […]

You can refer to a jacket as a pullover if you put it on by pulling it over your head, rather than zipping or buttoning it up. The same goes for any other garment, no matter its materials. Pulling it on over your head makes it qualify as a pullover. What is considered a pullover? […]

The Levi’s denim jacket is a very slim fit, we reccomened buying one size up from your normal size. What size is a medium Levi jacket? size chart Size Neck Chest XS 35 cm 83 cm S 36 cm 89 cm M 37 cm 94 cm L 38 cm 100 cm Should I size up […]

Soften With a Vinegar Soak White vinegar is a natural softening agent that can soften denim fabric. Make a softening solution for your jeans by combining eight cups of hot tap water with one cup of regular, white household vinegar (like this one from Heinz, $9) in a clean bucket or plastic tub. How do […]