The rough and tumble routine of city life can become a bit soul-crushing over time, particularly during the colder months. When your inner self cries for fresh air and open space, a little road trip to the woods can serve as a perfect temporary fix — bound over rocks and branches, listen to the crisp swishes of a low-water creek, run through an open field with a trusty pal or two.
In our newest fashion story, we consider the need for a balance of style and functionality for outdoor explorations, particularly during the transitional moments of the season. A WTAPS x Helly Hansen jacket can be unzipped into a vest; a beautiful Snowpeak parka can be peeled off and left to hang by its straps like a backpack; a Kapital jacket can be compartmentalized within itself and, with a few folds, turned into a carry-able bag. Have an adventure — a fleeting outdoor frolic can be the boost you need to make it to spring.
KAPITAL (KAMAKURA) jackets, KAPITAL (KAMAKURA) pants, NEW BALANCE shoes.
KAPITAL (KAMAKURA) jacket, VINTAGE plaid shirt.
VINTAGE flannel shirt, KAPITAL (KAMAKURA) jacket turned into bag.
WTAPS x HELLY HANSEN jacket, NANGA INTERNATIONAL down jacket, KAPITAL pants, VISVIM shoes.
SNOW PEAK coat, NANAMICA shirt, KAPITAL pants, NEW BALANCE shoes.
MONT-BELL down kimono jacket, KAPITAL pants, VISVIM shoes.
SNOW PEAK coat, NANAMICA shirt, THE NORTH FACE x BEAMS pants, NEW BALANCE shoes.
SOUTH2 WEST 8 jacket, VISVIM shirt, NANAMICA pants, NEW BALANCE x STUSSY shoes.
Fashion assistance by James Henry Barker.