Design a Parka

Design a Parka

T here is an almost unlimited choice of styles, fabrics and practical functions built into parkas used from Everest expeditions to streetwear. So here's your chance to design your ultimate parka. There are thousands of combinations to choose from, so just work through each of the sections below using the links to see what each component looks like or to get further technical information.

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So lets have some fun!!

What is the name of your Parka Design?

Is the design...
Female Male Unisex

What overall length is the parka...

Show Length Examples

SECTION 1
MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS

Shell Material
The shell fabric of insulated clothing must compliment the insulation to prevent heat loss. The ideal shell fabric would:
Minimise water entry - to help keep the insulation dry, and minimise conductive heat loss
Be windproof - to cut wind-chill by maintaining the dead air pockets in the insulation
Be breathable - to prevent condensation from body moisture
Be "downproof" - a tightly woven shell fabric will prevent down from leaking out

Show Fabric Descriptions

Shell Material Colour...

Show Colour Examples

Reinforcement
Abrasion Resistant Patches - Some parts of a jacket are prone to tears and wearing away because they encounter more abrasion. By adding abrasion resistant patches on susceptible areas like shoulders, elbows, wrists and lower back, the life of the jacket can be extended and the chance of tears greatly reduced.

Show Fabric Descriptions

Reinforcement Colour...

Show Colour Examples

Lining Fabric
Lining Fabric - Your choice here is between comfort, abraison resistance, colour (brighter colours - white - reflect back body heat, dark colours - black - dry much faster).

Show Fabric Descriptions

Lining Fabric Colour...

Show Colour Examples

Insulation
Essential for keeping the wearer warm and protected from either the extreme conditions of Everest or sitting for a few hours at the match on a cold wet afternoon watching your favourite team. Synthetic filling or Goose Down - you choose.

Show Insulation Descriptions

SECTION 2
DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS - STYLE

Construction
The way an insulated garment is sewn can dramatically affect its warmth. There are seven basic construction methods used in down garments:

Show Construction Methods

Note: If you choose - Double Construction, Double Box Wall or Triple-layer - then you should choose a "Double Layer" insulation in the previous section.

Construction Appearance - Outer Shell

Show Outer Shell Examples

Note: If you choose - Triple-layer - in the previous section then you should choose "Plain Shell" here.

No. of Panels?

Examples:
1] If you choose a waist length design and 5 panels - then each panel would be approx. 5in wide or...
2] If you choose a thigh length design and 5 panels - then each panel would be approx. 6.5in wide or...
3] If you choose an ankle length design and 20 panels - then each panel would be approx. 2.5in wide

Construction Appearance - Inner Shell

Show Inner Shell Examples

Construction Reinforcement Locations

SECTION 3
DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS - COMPONENTS

Back
Choose the additional features that will make up the back of the parka.
Droptail
Cut longer in the back, to keep you warmer and drier by blocking out more wind, cold and precipitation.
Elasticated Waist
Shockcord Waist Adjustment
Drawcord Waist Adjustment
Belt Waist Adjustment
Waist Adjustment creates the option of tightening the fit to block out the elements or loosening it for greater ventilation and freedom of movement.
Elasticated Hem
Shockcord Hem Adjustment
Knitted Hem (shorter lengths only)
Adjustment at the bottom hem of a coat, helps block out wind and cold.
Fur Hem
Plain Hem & Waist
Show Back Feature Examples

Sleeves
Choose the additional features that will make up the sleeves of the parka.
Plain Sleeve - no additional features
Articulated Elbows
incorporates a 10-20 degree angle at the elbow to increase freedom of movement while minimizing abrasion.
Articulated Shoulder Movement
larger arm entry point to sleeves and naturally shaped design makes donning easier and increase freedom of movement
Underarm Ventilation
with zippers, on the underarm seams, provide adjustable ventilation to keep you comfortable at changing levels of temperature or activity. A flap, with hook and loop closures, eliminates drafts and precipitation from infiltrating through the zipper when it is closed.
Accessory pocket on each sleeve(s)
ideal for small items and keeping pens etc. within easy reach
Detachable sleeves
to keep you comfortable at changing levels of temperature or activity
Mitten attachment rings on sleeves
D-rings on lower arms for glove, mitten ( lanyard ) attachment - essential in extreme cold conditions where the loss of a glove / mitt could be life-threatening
Show Sleeve Feature Examples

Sleeves - Cuffs
Choose the style that will make up the sleeve cuffs of the parka. It is possible to combine styles eg. (Velcro Adjustable & Inner Knitted combined).
Press Stud (Snap)
Button
Lycra
Extension - Thumb Hole
Velcro Adjustable
Inner Knitted
Inner Extension
Elasticated
Button Flap
Plain Cuff
Fur
Knitted
Zipper
Rauched
Show Sleeve Cuff Style Examples

Hood (1) Attachment
Choose how the hood is attached to the parka. Choose 1 only
Permanently Attached
Zip On / Off
Studs / Snaps
Buttons
Roll-up Hood

Hood (2) Fitting
Choose the fit of the hood (when all adjustments are open). Choose 1 only
Close Snug fitting
Loose fitting - allows helmet etc. underneath
Show Hood Examples (1 & 2)

Hood (3) Closure
Choose how the front of the hood is closed. Choose 1 only
No closure - tightened by adjusting drawstrings etc.
Closed by continuation of front fastening of parka
Studs / Snaps
Buttons
Velcro

Hood (4) Shape
Choose the shape of the hood (when all adjustments are closed.) Choose 1 only
2 Panel Hood
Simple Rounded
3 panel Hood
Shaped hood
Balaclava
Extreme Cold - No Flaps
Antartic Style - Fur Ruff
Expedition Style (1) Flaps
Expedition Style (2) Flaps + extn.
Snorkel Style
Snorkel Style can be zipped apart to form collar
Show Hood Examples (3 & 4)

Hood (5) Adjustments
Choose how the hood is adjusted for fit. Click all that apply.
Drawstring / Shockcord around face
Drawstring / Shockcord around neck
The fit and volume of the hood are adjustable with one or two shock cords and cord locks. One, positioned around the face, pulls the sides of the hood tighter reducing heat loss. The other, positioned horizontally, adjusts the fit of the collar again reducing heat loss from the body area.
1 Rear Volume Adjuster
2 Rear Volume Adjusters
Volume Adjusters pull the sides of the hood back to see and hear better and adjust the internal volume to suit the type of headwear worn from a fleece hat and climbing helmet to nothing.
Elasticated around face

Hood (6) Other Features
Choose other features of the hood (when all adjustments are closed.
Wired Visor
Directs rain and water flowing down hood away from face
Chin Protector
A soft fabric chin guard protects your chin from zipper abrasion and cold.
Polar Fleece Lined
A layer of fleece improves insulation and comfort of hood.
Inner Fur Ruff
A faux fur ruff snugs around the face improving warmth while at the same time is protected by the shell material of the hood from getting wet.
Show Hood Examples (5 & 6)

Front (1) Main
Choose main front design of the parka.
Full Length Zip
Half Zip - Pullover Style
2 Way Zipper

Front (2) Fastening Detail
Choose how the front of the parka is closed.
Single Option (click one only) or
Multiple Options (click all that apply)
Zipper
Stud/Snap
Button
Toggle
Velcro

Front (3) Fastening Protection Detail
Choose how the front opening of the parka is protected.
Single Option (click one only)
No Additional Protection
Single Storm Flap
Designed to keep you warmer and drier, a storm flap covers the zipper and prevents moisture and wind from entering through the zipper.
Double Storm Flap
Double Storm Flap with Rain Gutter
A small fold of material that is bartacked to the inner storm flap of a jacket. It is designed to direct rain away from the zipper where it could infiltrate the jacket.
Does the parka have an internal storm flap?
Yes No
Are the storm flaps insulated?
Yes No
Show Front Fastening Examples

Collar Detail
Choose the design of the neck collar of the parka.
Multiple Options (click all that apply)
None - Body & Hood are attached together
Loose Fitting
Close Fitting
Low Collar (> 1in)
Normal Collar (= 2in)
High Collar (< 3 in)
Fleece Insert
Designed to keep drafts and spindrift, or blowing snow, off your neck.
Show Collar Examples

Front Pocket Details (1)
Choose the design of the pockets on the front of the parka.
Choose 1 style each for waist/hip and chest)
No Chest Pockets
Open Chest Pockets
Angled Slash Cut Chest Pocket - pocket inside outer shell
Patch Chest Pocket
Patch / Handwarmer Chest Pocket
Cargo Chest Pocket
Cargo - Handwarmer Chest Pocket " value="checkbox"> Cargo / Handwarmer Chest Pocket
No Waist Pockets
Open Waist Pockets
Angled Slash Cut Waist Pocket - pocket inside outer shell
Patch Waist Pocket
Patch / Handwarmer Waist Pocket
Cargo Waist Pocket
Cargo / Handwarmer Waist Pocket

Pouch Waist Pocket - Pullover style Parka Only

Front Pocket Details (2)
Choose how the pocketsare closed and protected.
Choose 1 style each for waist/hip and chest)
None - Chest
Stud - Chest
Flap Stud - Chest
Flap Velcro - Chest
Flap Stud & Inner Zipper - Chest
Flap Velcro & Inner Zipper - Chest
Velcro Double Storm Flap - Chest
Velcro Double Storm Flap Inner Zipper - Chest
None - Waist
Stud - Waist
Flap Stud - Waist
Flap Velcro - Waist
Flap Stud & Inner Zipper - Waist
Flap Velcro & Inner Zipper - Waist
Velcro Double Storm Flap - Waist
Velcro Double Storm Flap Inner Zipper - Waist

Are the pockets insulated?
Yes No
Are the handwarmer pockets fleece lined?
Yes No
Show Front Pocket Examples

Additional Pockets
Select other pocket styles for the Parka.
Storm Flap Pocket
A zippered pocket, located behind the jacket's storm flap?
Recco Pocket
A sealed pocket for holding a Recco transmitter for safety?
Transparent Pocket
A pocket with clear window for holding a Ski Pass etc.?

Internal Features
Select Internal Design Features of the Parka.
Powder Storm Skirt
An elasticized panel of lining around the waist of the parka. It includes a gripper, a strip of exposed elastic, to hold it in position. Designed to keep you warmer and drier, a powder/storm skirt reduces the amount of body heat that can escape and prevents wind, snow or rain from infiltrating under the parka?
Waist Mesh Water Bottle Pockets
To keep water from freezing by body heat?
Inner Zipped Chest Pockets?
Internal Waist Shockcord?
(not valid if you have already chosen an external one)

Additional Parka Features
Choose any other Parka features.
Reflective Stripes
Taped Seams
To prevent water from penetrating the stitching holes and thread, high quality, waterproof and breathable garments have inside taped seams.
Bar Tack Reinforcing
A barrel shaped cluster of stitching perpendicular to or overlaying a seam at a stress point. This reinforcement improves the durability by reducing seam failure.
Zipper Pull Tags
Allows easy movement of zippers with gloved hands

Additional Parka Features (2)
Add your own Parka features.

Finished? - Please re-check your design for errors - ie. choice of collar when you have the hood as a continuation of the body!!

Your own details (optional)
NAME
ADDRESS (State)
ADDRESS (Country)
E-MAIL
How many Parkas do you own?
What is your favorite Parka and why?

What is the name of your Parka Design?
Is the design...		Female Male Unisex
What overall length is the parka...		Show Length Examples

SECTION 1		MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS
Shell Material		The shell fabric of insulated clothing must compliment the insulation to prevent heat loss. The ideal shell fabric would: Minimise water entry - to help keep the insulation dry, and minimise conductive heat loss Be windproof - to cut wind-chill by maintaining the dead air pockets in the insulation Be breathable - to prevent condensation from body moisture Be "downproof" - a tightly woven shell fabric will prevent down from leaking out Show Fabric Descriptions
Shell Material Colour...		Show Colour Examples
Reinforcement		Abrasion Resistant Patches - Some parts of a jacket are prone to tears and wearing away because they encounter more abrasion. By adding abrasion resistant patches on susceptible areas like shoulders, elbows, wrists and lower back, the life of the jacket can be extended and the chance of tears greatly reduced. Show Fabric Descriptions
Reinforcement Colour...		Show Colour Examples
Lining Fabric		Lining Fabric - Your choice here is between comfort, abraison resistance, colour (brighter colours - white - reflect back body heat, dark colours - black - dry much faster). Show Fabric Descriptions
Lining Fabric Colour...		Show Colour Examples
Insulation		Essential for keeping the wearer warm and protected from either the extreme conditions of Everest or sitting for a few hours at the match on a cold wet afternoon watching your favourite team. Synthetic filling or Goose Down - you choose. Show Insulation Descriptions
SECTION 2		DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS - STYLE
Construction		The way an insulated garment is sewn can dramatically affect its warmth. There are seven basic construction methods used in down garments: Show Construction Methods Note: If you choose - Double Construction, Double Box Wall or Triple-layer - then you should choose a "Double Layer" insulation in the previous section.
Construction Appearance - Outer Shell		Show Outer Shell Examples Note: If you choose - Triple-layer - in the previous section then you should choose "Plain Shell" here.
No. of Panels?		Examples: 1] If you choose a waist length design and 5 panels - then each panel would be approx. 5in wide or... 2] If you choose a thigh length design and 5 panels - then each panel would be approx. 6.5in wide or... 3] If you choose an ankle length design and 20 panels - then each panel would be approx. 2.5in wide
Construction Appearance - Inner Shell		Show Inner Shell Examples
Construction Reinforcement Locations
SECTION 3		DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS - COMPONENTS
Back		Choose the additional features that will make up the back of the parka. Droptail Cut longer in the back, to keep you warmer and drier by blocking out more wind, cold and precipitation. Elasticated Waist Shockcord Waist Adjustment Drawcord Waist Adjustment Belt Waist Adjustment Waist Adjustment creates the option of tightening the fit to block out the elements or loosening it for greater ventilation and freedom of movement. Elasticated Hem Shockcord Hem Adjustment Knitted Hem (shorter lengths only) Adjustment at the bottom hem of a coat, helps block out wind and cold. Fur Hem Plain Hem & Waist Show Back Feature Examples
Sleeves		Choose the additional features that will make up the sleeves of the parka. Plain Sleeve - no additional features Articulated Elbows incorporates a 10-20 degree angle at the elbow to increase freedom of movement while minimizing abrasion. Articulated Shoulder Movement larger arm entry point to sleeves and naturally shaped design makes donning easier and increase freedom of movement Underarm Ventilation with zippers, on the underarm seams, provide adjustable ventilation to keep you comfortable at changing levels of temperature or activity. A flap, with hook and loop closures, eliminates drafts and precipitation from infiltrating through the zipper when it is closed. Accessory pocket on each sleeve(s) ideal for small items and keeping pens etc. within easy reach Detachable sleeves to keep you comfortable at changing levels of temperature or activity Mitten attachment rings on sleeves D-rings on lower arms for glove, mitten ( lanyard ) attachment - essential in extreme cold conditions where the loss of a glove / mitt could be life-threatening Show Sleeve Feature Examples
Sleeves - Cuffs		Choose the style that will make up the sleeve cuffs of the parka. It is possible to combine styles eg. (Velcro Adjustable & Inner Knitted combined). Press Stud (Snap) Button Lycra Extension - Thumb Hole Velcro Adjustable Inner Knitted Inner Extension Elasticated Button Flap Plain Cuff Fur Knitted Zipper Rauched Show Sleeve Cuff Style Examples
Hood (1) Attachment		Choose how the hood is attached to the parka. Choose 1 only Permanently Attached Zip On / Off Studs / Snaps Buttons Roll-up Hood
Hood (2) Fitting		Choose the fit of the hood (when all adjustments are open). Choose 1 only Close Snug fitting Loose fitting - allows helmet etc. underneath Show Hood Examples (1 & 2)
Hood (3) Closure		Choose how the front of the hood is closed. Choose 1 only No closure - tightened by adjusting drawstrings etc. Closed by continuation of front fastening of parka Studs / Snaps Buttons Velcro
Hood (4) Shape		Choose the shape of the hood (when all adjustments are closed.) Choose 1 only 2 Panel Hood Simple Rounded 3 panel Hood Shaped hood Balaclava Extreme Cold - No Flaps Antartic Style - Fur Ruff Expedition Style (1) Flaps Expedition Style (2) Flaps + extn. Snorkel Style Snorkel Style can be zipped apart to form collar Show Hood Examples (3 & 4)
Hood (5) Adjustments		Choose how the hood is adjusted for fit. Click all that apply. Drawstring / Shockcord around face Drawstring / Shockcord around neck The fit and volume of the hood are adjustable with one or two shock cords and cord locks. One, positioned around the face, pulls the sides of the hood tighter reducing heat loss. The other, positioned horizontally, adjusts the fit of the collar again reducing heat loss from the body area. 1 Rear Volume Adjuster 2 Rear Volume Adjusters Volume Adjusters pull the sides of the hood back to see and hear better and adjust the internal volume to suit the type of headwear worn from a fleece hat and climbing helmet to nothing. Elasticated around face
Hood (6) Other Features		Choose other features of the hood (when all adjustments are closed. Wired Visor Directs rain and water flowing down hood away from face Chin Protector A soft fabric chin guard protects your chin from zipper abrasion and cold. Polar Fleece Lined A layer of fleece improves insulation and comfort of hood. Inner Fur Ruff A faux fur ruff snugs around the face improving warmth while at the same time is protected by the shell material of the hood from getting wet. Show Hood Examples (5 & 6)
Front (1) Main		Choose main front design of the parka. Full Length Zip Half Zip - Pullover Style 2 Way Zipper
Front (2) Fastening Detail		Choose how the front of the parka is closed. Single Option (click one only) or Multiple Options (click all that apply) Zipper Stud/Snap Button Toggle Velcro
Front (3) Fastening Protection Detail		Choose how the front opening of the parka is protected. Single Option (click one only) No Additional Protection Single Storm Flap Designed to keep you warmer and drier, a storm flap covers the zipper and prevents moisture and wind from entering through the zipper. Double Storm Flap Double Storm Flap with Rain Gutter A small fold of material that is bartacked to the inner storm flap of a jacket. It is designed to direct rain away from the zipper where it could infiltrate the jacket. Does the parka have an internal storm flap? Yes No Are the storm flaps insulated? Yes No Show Front Fastening Examples
Collar Detail		Choose the design of the neck collar of the parka. Multiple Options (click all that apply) None - Body & Hood are attached together Loose Fitting Close Fitting Low Collar (> 1in) Normal Collar (= 2in) High Collar (< 3 in) Fleece Insert Designed to keep drafts and spindrift, or blowing snow, off your neck. Show Collar Examples
Front Pocket Details (1)		Choose the design of the pockets on the front of the parka. Choose 1 style each for waist/hip and chest) No Chest Pockets Open Chest Pockets Angled Slash Cut Chest Pocket - pocket inside outer shell Patch Chest Pocket Patch / Handwarmer Chest Pocket Cargo Chest Pocket Cargo - Handwarmer Chest Pocket " value="checkbox"> Cargo / Handwarmer Chest Pocket No Waist Pockets Open Waist Pockets Angled Slash Cut Waist Pocket - pocket inside outer shell Patch Waist Pocket Patch / Handwarmer Waist Pocket Cargo Waist Pocket Cargo / Handwarmer Waist Pocket Pouch Waist Pocket - Pullover style Parka Only
Front Pocket Details (2)		Choose how the pocketsare closed and protected. Choose 1 style each for waist/hip and chest) None - Chest Stud - Chest Flap Stud - Chest Flap Velcro - Chest Flap Stud & Inner Zipper - Chest Flap Velcro & Inner Zipper - Chest Velcro Double Storm Flap - Chest Velcro Double Storm Flap Inner Zipper - Chest None - Waist Stud - Waist Flap Stud - Waist Flap Velcro - Waist Flap Stud & Inner Zipper - Waist Flap Velcro & Inner Zipper - Waist Velcro Double Storm Flap - Waist Velcro Double Storm Flap Inner Zipper - Waist Are the pockets insulated? Yes No Are the handwarmer pockets fleece lined? Yes No Show Front Pocket Examples
Additional Pockets		Select other pocket styles for the Parka. Storm Flap Pocket A zippered pocket, located behind the jacket's storm flap? Recco Pocket A sealed pocket for holding a Recco transmitter for safety? Transparent Pocket A pocket with clear window for holding a Ski Pass etc.?
Internal Features		Select Internal Design Features of the Parka. Powder Storm Skirt An elasticized panel of lining around the waist of the parka. It includes a gripper, a strip of exposed elastic, to hold it in position. Designed to keep you warmer and drier, a powder/storm skirt reduces the amount of body heat that can escape and prevents wind, snow or rain from infiltrating under the parka? Waist Mesh Water Bottle Pockets To keep water from freezing by body heat? Inner Zipped Chest Pockets? Internal Waist Shockcord? (not valid if you have already chosen an external one)
Additional Parka Features		Choose any other Parka features. Reflective Stripes Taped Seams To prevent water from penetrating the stitching holes and thread, high quality, waterproof and breathable garments have inside taped seams. Bar Tack Reinforcing A barrel shaped cluster of stitching perpendicular to or overlaying a seam at a stress point. This reinforcement improves the durability by reducing seam failure. Zipper Pull Tags Allows easy movement of zippers with gloved hands
Additional Parka Features (2)		Add your own Parka features. Finished? - Please re-check your design for errors - ie. choice of collar when you have the hood as a continuation of the body!!
Your own details (optional)		NAME ADDRESS (State) ADDRESS (Country) E-MAIL How many Parkas do you own? What is your favorite Parka and why?