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The words ‘anorak’ and ‘fashionable’ don’t exactly go hand in hand – for years the jacket has been reserved for middle-aged men trekking across soggy landscapes or unwitting tourists who turn to that style of outerwear to deal with our terminably rainy weather conditions.
But look closely and you’ll see that the anorak has had somewhat of a sartorial rebirth; a host of designers have doused their autumn/winter collections with functionality, focusing not just on aesthetics, but on really refining a garment’s ability to protect us from the elements that we must face everyday. As a result, the anorak is less of a crinkly, plastic horror and much more of a hero of casualwear with a slightly urban edge. Not yet convinced? Gentleman’s Journal have selected some of the most stylish anoraks currently on offer that are certain to change your stance…
Trust the inimitable Kanye West’s Yeezy Season 3 collection to boast details with a difference; this waxed anorak jacket has been made with a chunky talon zip closure and notably oversized pockets and velcro tabs.
Rain’s navy longline jacket continues the Danish brand’s history of fashioning clothes that are fantastic at beating the weather, with it featuring a toggled hood to save you from the damp and an interior pocket thats perfect for keeping valuable possessions dry.
Rain’s aces the anorak jacket again, this time in a black pullover style; designed with welded seams and a drawcord waist, this piece is water repellant but still lightweight enough to be carried around for those unpredictable forecasts.
An unquestionably modern remix on the classic anorak, Craig Green’s iteration of the outerwear style has been finished with a unique elasticated cuff and also has a looser, deconstructed silhouette that’s ideal for layering over chunky knitwear.
GANT’s ‘Rugger’ anorak is wonderful in more ways than one; other than the expected water-resistant outer shell, it’s also filled with 90% down and 10% feather, making it a wonderfully warm answer to the cold climates.
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