Jacket

In simple terms, a jacket becomes a letterman jacket when it is worn by a high school senior and it also becomes a varsity jacket when worn by a college-level athlete. Why are varsity jackets called varsity jackets? By the 20th century, letterman jackets had transformed from the thick knit sweater into cardigans and heavy […]

Seen especially on high school campuses across the United States, a letterman jacket is a heavy, winter-style coat that typically is in the school’s colors and has a school letter sewn onto the front of it and other decorative trim. What type of jacket is a letterman? A letter jacket is a baseball-styled jacket traditionally […]

One of the most popular ways for a man to style out a varsity jacket is to pair it with shorts in a casual combo. If you don’t like putting too much effort into your combinations, pair a varsity jacket with shorts. Introduce white leather low top sneakers to this ensemble and the whole getup […]

Sports patches for letterman jackets typically go on the left sleeve. Your jersey number will go on your right sleeve at the same height as the graduation year on your left. If you receive chevron bars they will stack neatly under your jersey number on the right sleeve. What do chevrons mean on a letterman […]

History. Varsity jackets trace their origins to letter sweaters, first introduced by the Harvard University baseball team in 1865. The letter was usually quite large and centered (if the sweater was a pullover); stripes on one sleeve designated the number of letters won, with a star indicating a team captain. What do the chevrons on […]

A varsity letter (or monogram) is an award earned in the United States for excellence in school activities. A varsity letter signifies that its winner was a qualified varsity team member, awarded after a certain standard was met. Is a varsity letter good for college? Varsity letters support your college application as they show evidence […]

Letter jackets are also known as “letterman jackets”, “varsity jackets” and “baseball jackets” in reference to their American origins. Are varsity jackets an American thing? The iconic varsity jacket’s origins trace all the way back to Harvard University in the year 1865. Harvard’s baseball team at the time was the first known group of students […]

In the ’80s, workout fashion was massive and it saw a range of sportswear styles being adopted as everyday wear, including chunky sneakers, sweatpants, tracksuits, windbreakers, and athletic shorts. Are windbreakers 80s? Women’s and men’s 80s jackets and coats are unique and recognizable. The colorful 80s windbreaker jackets and track jackets have made a huge […]

Today, however, the term “varsity jacket” is used more loosely to describe any sporty, button-up, collarless jacket, and can be made of anything from jersey cotton to suede. Traditional college examples also tend to have an oversized, unflattering fit, where more recent designs boast a slimmer, more shapely cut. What are varsity style jackets called? […]

In schools where only varsity letters are awarded this is usually the practice in a student’s junior or senior year. Recently, many student-athletes have been awarded letters during their sophomore and sometimes freshman year, leading to the need for a jacket much sooner. Is it possible for a freshman to make varsity? All things considered, […]

Live plucking (including as a result of harvesting/gathering) is not acceptable on welfare grounds and should be prohibited worldwide. It can lead to bruising, skin injuries and bleeding wounds, causing pain, suffering and distress to birds. Do birds feel pain when feathers are plucked? The short answer is yes, plucking feathers causes a pain to […]

These feathers are highly valued by manufacturers of down clothing and comforters because they do not have quills. While most down and other feathers are removed from ducks and geese during slaughter, birds in breeding flocks and those raised for meat may be plucked repeatedly while they are still alive. Are down jackets cruelty free? […]

A. The outer shell of most ski jackets will be made from nylon or polyester that has been treated with a Durable Water Repellency (DWR) coating. Many ski jackets will be insulated with a synthetic filling normally made from made from polyester fibres. For a more information on see our How to Choose a Ski […]

-20 degrees. Eddie Bauer claims the jacket will keep you warm down to -20 degrees during moderate activity and 40 degrees F when you’re more or less still. That’s a massive range. How warm are Eddie Bauer jackets? It’s no puffier than a good thick sweater — but as warm as wearing 15 of them. […]

The practice has been around for literally centuries, dating all the way back to the Egyptian First Dynasty of 3400 B.C. However, it wasn’t until the 21st century when leather jackets were made using quilting techniques. Who made the first quilted jacket? In the mid 60’s of the last century, the world got introduced to […]

3. CERTIFIED TWICE 100% inspected and certified twice. To ensure it meets our highest standards, every lot of Eddie Bauer goose down is double inspected before a single garment is made. We know of no other company that goes to such extremes. Does Eddie Bauer use ethically sourced down? “Eddie Bauer does not purchase live-plucked […]

Designed by Charles James in 1937, the construction of this evening jacket used the same principle as an eiderdown bed quilt. Considered to be one of his most important designs, it is a triumph in both cut and construction, a marker of his extraordinary technical ability as a pattern cutter. Where did the puffer jacket […]

Blazers can be worn open during the warm weather months for a more relaxed and laid-back vibe and should fit squarely around your shoulders when layered. For an even more casual and comfortable look this season, reach for an unlined blazer layered over a polo, a striped tee or a lightweight button-down. How do you […]

Soon after the first leather jacket was designed and sold as fashionable wear , the fad began to gain popularity. Many fashion enthusiasts began adopting the style into their daily wear, and the leather jacket became a staple for every fashionista’s closet. How did leather become popular? INTRODUCTION INTO THE FASHION WORLD – LATE 1920S […]

Here’s a list of the top 10 selling video games of the 1980s. Super Mario Bros: 1985–40.24 million units. Tetris: 84–89–30.26. Duck Hunt: 1984–28.31. Super Mario Land: 1989–18.14. Super Mario Bros 3: 1988–17.28. Super Mario Bros 2: 1988–7.46. Pac-Man: 1982–7.00. The Legend of Zelda: 1986–6.51. What was considered cool in the 80s? There was an […]