Inspired by early man’s ingenuity and resilience, Vollebak’s Ice Age Fleece fuses prehistoric know-how with touches of modern-day tech to make a jacket that’s ready to perform in myriad conditions. Designed to mimic the “second-skin” feeling of wearing animal hides, the Ice Age Fleece combines recycled and synthetic sheep’s wool in an asymmetric stitching pattern. Importantly, this avoids trapping heat in isolated air pockets across the garment. It’s the type of natural tech that works just as well today as it would have thousands of years ago. As for the modern touches, a windproof backing covers the entire interior, with flatlock seam construction for added durability and overall longevity. Add in a blizzard-ready elasticated hood, asymmetric two-way front zipper with storm flap and deep “hunter-gatherer” pouch pockets and it’s clear that this is the jacket for especially chilly weather — whether you’re dealing with a daily winter squall or a once-in-a-century snowstorm.
Price: $495