Men's 100 gram down jacket: how to choose the most suitable one

It is often believed that a good coat, and in particular a down jacket, to be warm and functional, must necessarily be bulky. Choosing a down jacket suited to personal needs and seasonal weather conditions , which will accompany us throughout the winter period, but which is also suitable for the mid-seasons, could be a difficult task. In fact, it is often feared that the outerwear dedicated to the mid-seasons is not very practical and usable, suitable for those days when the weather seems to be capricious, but not very functional for the rest of the spring and autumn days. In reality, having a light down jacket in the wardrobe is one of those obligatory rules, unwritten but unanimously recognized, that every fashion lover should always keep in mind. A basic item, therefore definable among those 10 basic pieces that cannot be missing from the wardrobe, a light down jacket is much more than a simple coat, and is able to transform the mid-season look by combining style and functionality. However, given the wide range of options available in the fashion industry, it may be difficult to choose the ideal down jacket : here's how to resolve many of the doubts related to purchasing a 100 gram down jacket.

Lightweight down jacket, why choose the 100 grams label

A garment that saw its genesis for the harsh outdoor conditions, the travel down jacket has been a cornerstone of sportswear for many years, in order to give athletes a functional, practical and comfortable choice for winter activities. The 100 gram men's down jacket , despite its low weight and flared, short and extremely comfortable line, has also proven to be adequate for the thermal test, perfectly maintaining body temperature. Thus lent to the world of casual clothing, the lightweight and waterproof down jacket has become a truly indispensable accessory even for those who live and work in the city, maintaining very specific characteristics in the numerous interpretations.

How to tell if your lightweight down jacket is warm enough

Usually, a good quality 100 gram down jacket also shows the temperature value it has been designed to maintain, through labels and specific wording. The so-called “filling power” of the down jacket, or the volume/weight ratio of the padding , is the parameter that answers this question and is representative of the quality of the product. Therefore, the higher this index is, the more the feathers have the ability to expand at the same weight. The result therefore demonstrates that the coat has a good calorific power, capable of maintaining a stable body temperature. For anyone who wants to choose a good winter or mid-season jacket, it is advisable to prefer an index of 500 cuin and above, where cuin indicates the unit of measurement of the filling power.

Is the perfect down jacket waterproof?

A much-loved feature of winter outerwear is that it is waterproof and therefore offers incredible functionality even in uncertain and variable weather conditions. So, dispelling a myth, those looking for a waterproof jacket probably won't find a great choice in the range of down jackets. This is because usually, the down jacket is not waterproof : its characteristic manageability and practicality, in fact, implies the use of light and often polymeric materials that are however not rainproof. A feature that could be negligible if you have to face a light rain or an uncertain day, but which makes it impractical for heavy rain and sudden showers. To overcome this limitation, some collections offer down jackets in technical fabric, with particular attention to the critical point of the seams, which have the added characteristic of being water-repellent. This type of solution, however, rarely includes the 100 gram down jacket model. One of the most interesting reasons is that some models are sold with a special fabric bag in which the down jackets can be folded and stored, just like K-ways. This extremely practical feature, especially useful on those days when the sun suddenly heats up the temperature, allows you to fold and put the down jacket in your backpack with complete peace of mind, without the bulk of having to carry it on your arm or tied around your waist.

Feather padding: quality assurance with attention to the supply chain

Buying a goose down padded garment often makes the customer think about how sustainable, ecological and cruelty free the production chain is. Since the padding inside the 100 gram duvet is a mix of feathers and down, the attention to what you buy and how it was produced is always very high. In fact, it is possible to find brands on the market that have chosen to rely on exclusive suppliers, who work with feathers while respecting the environment, the production of emissions and pollution, but above all who work with full respect for animals. When choosing feather padding, it is therefore important to find out about the origin , and whether the production process involved the practice of "live plucking", or the collection of feathers from living animals. Furthermore, many eco-sustainable brands also work with reconditioned feathers and down, to give new life to previous padding. The percentage of down present in the padding of the jacket determines the value of the coat. In fact, the greater it is, the more high-end the down jacket will be. When you read labels that report a numerical ratio, such as 20/80, it identifies the percentage of feathers compared to down. Often, feather padding loses part of its functionality if wet, so it is not uncommon to find the use of feathers treated with Teflon, a process thanks to which it is possible to reduce the permeability of the material. In this way, the feathers will absorb less water in case of rain.

Down Filling: What Are the Alternatives?

Alternatives to goose down are tech fabrics and synthetic products that promise the same result with greater functionality, thus ensuring high mobility for those who wear the coat. Thanks to cutting-edge research in the textile sector that has allowed the production and maintenance of the same thermal index as a feather garment, it is possible to find down jackets with vegetable padding. An ethical and vegan alternative for those who give up down following the ideals linked to the reduction of emissions and the reduction of intensive farming for textile and food purposes. Hypoallergenic, waterproof and also breathable: the more waterproof a down jacket is, the more it must guarantee breathability and comfort. In fact, if in an urban and city environment breathability is a secondary parameter, it is not possible to ignore it if you want to use your down jacket also for excursions and some trips in the open air. Whether you choose a more elegant model or one dedicated to sports life, ultimately the 100 gram down jackets can also be protagonists of the great cold: comfortable and warm, they lend themselves to being combined with both sweaters and sweatshirts for men, and can easily be worn even in January. The important thing is not to betray the intrinsically sporty mood of the down jacket, but to choose the one that best suits a sporty and casual style without sacrificing incredible practicality. All that remains is to choose the travel down jacket model that best suits us, among all the numerous collection proposals that you can find on our e-commerce Mottafashionplace.com !