If you’ve ever wanted an outdoorsy upgrade for the snuggie, Poler has the answer. The Poncho is a thoughtfully constructed, well-insulated, versatile camping poncho. Made with a nylon ripstop exterior and Thermastuff synthetic insulation, The…

If you’ve ever wanted an outdoorsy upgrade for the snuggie, Poler has the answer. The Poncho is a thoughtfully constructed, well-insulated, versatile camping poncho. Made with a nylon ripstop exterior and Thermastuff synthetic insulation, The…
What continues to interest me about Vollebak is their dedication to a message: We need to adjust to the changing world – and quickly. The Off Grid Jacket is a culmination of this message in…
When it comes to jackets that epitomize cool, you’d be hard-pressed to find a more effortless, functional, and easy-wearing option than the bomber jacket. With a veritable who’s who of men’s style icons from Brando…
Channel your inner retro western vibes with the Rarebird Sherpa Jacket from Ottway. This stunningly cool bomber jacket comes from Australian brand Ottway, which is named for the large swathe of untamed land along Australia’s…
Denim jackets are most readily associated with poorly produced PSAs from the ’90s. Though we have to admit, recently, there’s been a push to reclaim the classic jean jacket from the depths of unfashionability. Plenty…
Utility jackets have been a mainstay in menswear for over a century. Beginning with the denim jackets of the late 1800s and WWI-era leather bombers, they’ve been a timeless menswear piece that few designers have…
As much as we love weekends in the wilderness filled with adventures, hikes and time spent around the fire, there are some drawbacks. The biggest drawback being the person nominated for coffee and breakfast duty…
Vollebak has made a history and brand initiative of tempting the fates while still making what can only be considered “the most durable jackets on the market.” This was true with the Volleback Indestructible Jacket,…
If you’ve been reading Cool Material for any amount of time, you know we’re big fans of everything that comes out from experimental adventure brand Vollebak. More mad clothing scientists than designers, the guys behind…
From the very beginning, Flint and Tinder has impressed with their quality clothing that’s simple yet elegant with a focus on hard-wearing, American style staples that are designed to do exactly what they were meant…
The new Taylor Stitch Powder Jacket might just be the one you turn to the most thanks to its ability to provide so much with so little. This pullover shell is made from waterproof lightweight…
The folks at San Fran-based Mission Workshop know a thing or two about making understated, tough, and stylish active apparel and gear. After all, they started Chrome Industries, a cyclist staple. Now, they’ve made the…
Whether you’re talking about their iconic briefcase or their incredible workwear, Filson goods are built to stand the test of time and look great regardless of how long you’ve been using them. The heritage brand…
At the end of last year, Everlane shook up the world of fashion with their ReNew Collection made from recycled plastic bottles. They went a step further by making a commitment that they wouldn’t add…
Ask any true Star Wars fan what their favorite movie from the original trilogy is and you’re likely to hear the same response—Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back. While we’re all for the collection…