Jacket

If you own a winter jacket, you can wear it below 25 degrees. A Light to medium coat can be worn between 22 to 44 degrees. A fleece material jacket can be worn between 45 to 64 degrees. What should you wear in 44 degree weather? For moderately cold weather, you’ll want to wear long-sleeved […]

This means the jacket has a waterproof coating on the outer fabric with fully taped seams and it may have a built in membrane lining. Water-resistant Waterproof Suitable for light showers Suitable for heavier rain Can you make a water-resistant jacket waterproof? There are three main ways you can make your jacket more water-resistant. The […]

Spray-On Clean jacket with Pro Cleaner or Down Cleaner as noted in the Wash-In instructions above. Hang wet or dry jacket on hanger. Shake can well. Spray 5”-10” from jacket in well-ventilated area. Apply liberally on high-wear areas like shoulders and cuffs. Check manufacturer’s care instructions before machine drying. Can you waterproof a nylon windbreaker? […]

Along with the near decade’s worth of cutting edge design experience with its rainwear, Rains has been putting an equal amount of work into creating a range of accessories that like its coats are waterproof, stylish and made to the same exacting high standards. Are rains jackets actually waterproof? Technical rain jacket manufacturers tend to […]

Windbreakers are primarily worn during the warmer seasons when wind or rain are expected, or as part of a layering strategy during colder seasons. Brightly colored windbreakers may also be worn by runners as protection from the weather, and as a reflective garment used for safety. Do windbreakers keep you warm? These jackets do not […]

A raincoat is a waterproof or water-resistant garment worn on the upper body to shield the wearer from rain. The term rain jacket is sometimes used to refer to raincoats with long sleeves that are waist-length. A rain jacket may be combined with a pair of rain pants to make a rainsuit. Is a waterproof […]

When the air is humid it has a lot of water vapor in it. If the external surface of your rain jacket is cooler than its interior, the water vapor will condense on the inside your jacket and make your clothes wet. Perspiration also produces water vapor and condenses by the same process. Why is […]

A waterproof jacket should fit snugly without restricting your movement. When trying one on, move around: jump up and down, wave your arms around, and twist your body. You want to make sure you have full range of movement available to you. Should I size up for waterproof jacket? Fit and cut Most types of […]

But there’s an easy way to test this. Simply hold the fabric against your mouth and blow against it as hard as you can. An average adult can generate a maximum pressure of approximately 2 pounds per square inch this way, which is roughly the equivalent of a 20 mph wind. What’s the difference between […]

Puffy coats, ski jackets and traditional parkas can be repaired but are extremely challenging to tailor due to their down-filled interiors. Here are some winter jackets that are easier to alter: Trenchcoat. Quilted jacket. Can a tailor resize a jacket? No. There is too much to be done. The most difficult thing for a tailor […]

Boxy jackets might seem like a challenge to wear, says Suzanne Mauro, a stylist accredited by the Association of Image Consultants International and producer of “Style Everday with Suz” on PCTV, but pair them with a leaner silhouette on the bottom, and they will flatter your figure. How do you wear a boxy jacket? When […]

THROWBACK STYLE. Inspired by the decade’s archival Levi’s® jean jacket style, the all-new Levi’s® Vintage Fit Trucker Jacket is made with more room in the torso and upper-arm, longer sleeves and a boxy silhouette. For women we suggest ordering a size down, it’ll be similar to the Ex-Boyfriend Fit Trucker, but roomier. How do you […]

The stitching, patches and red Levi’s tag are all indicators of how old a Levi’s Jacket is. Examine the stitching around the waistline of the Levi’s jacket. If you see only a single layer of stitching near the bottom button hole, the jacket was made between the mid-1960s and 1971. How can I tell how […]

If it’s tagged “557” followed by “XX” then it’s older than 1971 e.g. 70505 (slightly longer, introduced around ’68). The Type III jacket evolved from the 557 series to the 70505, 71205, 70518 and so on, as different fits and lengths being introduced over time. How do you verify a Levi jacket? Sometimes, the fakers […]

Originally made of sheep’s wool, our modernized take on sherpa is made of lightweight cotton or recycled polyester, boasting a nice deep pile and little fleece fuzzies that gives it it’s beloved texture. This modern sherpa lining has a much lighter weight, is less bulky and dries much faster than its predecessor. Where are Levi’s […]

A well-made raw denim jacket is made to fade. It’s made to be a lasting piece that can stand up to as much abuse as you can throw at it. It’s not meant to be babied. How long do denim jackets last? Durable & Long Lasting Heck, we wouldn’t be surprised to see some 100-year-old […]

Hit the Denim with a Hair Dryer In those situations, a hair dryer is your friend and does a top-notch job of unshrinking those snug denims. Dry heat and persistence help you get into even the tightest pair of jeans. Will a denim jacket shrink or stretch? Denim shrinks because of what it is made […]

Simply pinch the seam at the bottom of the sleeve enough, so it fits into the cuff and pin it in place. Then sew along the original sleeve seam from that point, slowly tapering into the original seam. You should be able to meet the original seam in 2 inches or less. Can a tailor […]

Put the denim jacket inside the washing machine alone and set to the hottest water temperature. Hot water will contract the fibers and cause the denim jacket to shrink quickly. Afterward, place the denim jacket into a clothes dryer set at the highest heat level. Run the dryer for an hour. How much will a […]

How to Stretch Denim Spray the Denim and Pull It. Wear Your Jeans in a Warm Bath. Put on Your Denim Right After a Wash. Hit the Denim with a Hair Dryer. Use a Steam Iron on Your Denim. Why did my jean jacket shrink? Yes, denim does shrink when it comes in contact with […]