swagger is the latest Japanese label to collaborate with The North Face on a series of highly technical jackets. Two different models were designed, the Gore-Tex Scoop Jacket and the Hyvent Mountain Jacket. The Hyvent Mountain Jacket utilizes proprietary Hyvent technology from The North Face for moisture management. The Mountain Jacket is available in two different colors, Black (with Snow Tree Camo lining) and Snow Tree Camo. The Gore-Tex Scoop Jacket uses the time tested and true Gore-Tex technology offering unsurpassed comfort in the elements. It also includes two solid colorways, Neon Red and Aluminum Gray. Both styles of jackets feature very little branding and uphold a clean and simple aesthetic. The jackets will release at the end of the month at Harajuku, Ebisu and the 6 other official swagger retailers. The jackets will also be available online at choiceisyours.jp. The price for the Hyvent and Gore-Tex are ¥40,950 (approximately $372 USD) and ¥49,350 (approximately $449 USD).
To accommodate the changing seasons, The North Face has released a series of winter motif bags. The collection includes messenger bags and duffel bags each featuring a detailed snowy woodland landscape set against gray accents. Each bag includes technical characteristics to ensure comfort and durability and a worthwhile investment as a daily trekker. Available now at ripe.
