Nigel Cabourn Everest ParkaIndigo

For AW13, Nigel Cabourn has returned to the heroic age of Antarctic exploration that has influenced a great deal of his work, taking inspiration from the equipment the icons of this age outfitted themselves with before setting out on their polar adventures. The Everest Parka is a recreation of the coat worn by Sir Edmund Hillary on his Antarctic and Everest expeditions. The outer is made from Ventile, a British fabric originally developed for the RAF, which is woven from the finest long-staple cotton in an incredibly dense weave, making it extremely weatherproof yet breathable. The coat is stuffed by hand with the highest grade goose down, while the collar is backed with thick sheepskin and the hood is trimmed with genuine coyote fur. The parka is closed with a military-spec RiRi zip, covered with a storm flap, which fastens with real horn buttons. A truly uncompromising piece of outerwear, crafted in England.

• 100% Cotton Ventile Outer
• Hand Stuffed with Goose Down
• RiRi Zip Closure with Bungee Cord and Wooden Pull
• Adjustable Hood with Wooden Stoppers, Wire Stiffener and Coyote Fur Trim
• Sheepskin Wool Collar Lining
• Horn Button Fastened Storm Flap
• Two Front Flap Pockets, with Horn Button Closure and Side-Entry for Hands
• Two Zip-Closure Interior Pockets
• Adjustable Waist With Flat Woven Drawcord
• Storm Flap at Throat with Wooden Toggle Fastening
• Elasticated Cuffs and Hem
• Made in England