When it comes to wrapping up warm for that next adventure, the Terra 65 jacket takes the marriage of form and function to the next level.
Outdoor specialists The North Face has collaborated with Japanese designer Junya Watanabe and fashion brand Comme des Garçons to create a jacket that greys the lines between functionality and haute couture.
We don’t usually associate high fashion with high function, especially not when it comes to that crucial outer layer. However, The North Face has managed to incorporate good looks and cutting edge design into its ground-breaking Terra 65 jacket.
The Terra 65 jacket takes its name from another The North Face product, the brand’s popular backpack, and while that carries a certain about of street cred when it comes to durability and dependability, that’s where the similarities end. With a price tag north of US$2,500, the Terra 65 jacket is made from three-layer Goretex Windstopper fabric, which ensures you’re kept sheltered from the elements while retaining heat within.
There’s an adjustable hood, and reinforced collar and elbows in corduroy, as well as a series of useful pockets for things like keys, smartphones, and cabin room keys. There’s also a handy day pack incorporated into the back of the jacket, which makes the combo ideal for the likes of Antarctic and Arctic cruises, where space and weight on those charter flights are always factors.
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