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NYC New label SNOWMAN New York is run by veterans of fashion and branding-and you can tell right away they so know what they're doing. For down filled, DWR outwear pieces-fashion truly meets function here- certainly got our attention with the corset side details that add sexy curves to a functional practical jacket and coat…from the 42 SNOWMAN F/W 2014 Collection-inspired by 42nd ST. areas Times Square-Bryant Park. Dutchess-¾ length -with faux leather details The silhouettes are terrific and the prices will amaze the Moncler loving bunch…. Queen-full length down jacket….back- Classic down vest-Original-detachable faux fur trim What else: Limited Edition Biker Style - with 5% proceeds benefiting Livestrong.org, Men's jackets---and cold defying Original collection of down jackets-all with with 600 fill 90/10 down -YKK zippers, and adjustable hem/hoods line to keep the cold out. $389 for faux fur hooded options-on a jacket that can be worn for riding a su...

Outdoor Retailer/SLC-SIA/Denver words/images Judith Ecochard It may be summer months in the northern hemisphere...but even the occasional rainy, cool days...and chiller night temps make base layers, year round necessities. Highly performing, and techy (moisture wicking, body heat retention, easy care),  natural and synthetic fibers--- both figured prominently -equally so...in the company lines previewed at two major trade shows back in January. Eco factors and the multi-purpose versatility of base layers as regular everyday wear (like lingerie worn as outerwear as personified by Marlene Dietrich/Madonna and now scores of everyone)-also factored into some rather stylishly designed brands for women. ColdPruf® Base layers are courtesy of a division of Indira Mills, a 96 years young, family owned, North Carolina company---"manufactured" in the USA- sewn and packaged in Mexico, fyi. Men's Pro-Tek Crew and Pant-single layer mini waffle...100% recycled  perfo...