Among the world’s great oxymorons — jumbo shrimp, genuine imitation leather, etc. — the phrase “functionally stylish” is typically reserved for something that gets the job done, but hideously.
Sorry, Teva. Sorry, Pau Gasol.
The exception to that rule: the Cloud Mountain Jacket from LA-based Aether Apparel.
This is the functional-yet-stylish jacket you should be wearing this season.
Sophisticated enough for screenings, tough enough for heli-jumping. Or at least ski lift riding.
To keep you toasty, the Cloud Mountain is lined with 170 grams (not even a third of a pound) of PrimaLoft insulation — basically, bionic sheep wool. The two-layered shell wicks sweat while protecting you from the elements.
And it compacts neatly, saving you space so you don’t have to check a bag.
In the pockets: handwarmers. And there’s an insulated collar so you don’t need a scarf. Plus a third pocket for your cell.
Form, meet function.
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