WORKERS_Mountain Parka_Black 60/40 Cloth

SPIRAL COMMENT

A classic mountain parka, with a little WORKERS ingenuity.

The WORKERS Mountain Parka is back, and this time we're introducing the Black version, made from classic 60/40 cloth.

A blend of 60% cotton and 40% nylon, this traditional outdoor fabric offers light water resistance and the familiar character of vintage mountain parkas.

Compared to the Green version, Black has a sharper, more understated look.

It retains all the practical details of a traditional outdoor jacket, but with a slightly more refined feel.

It works beautifully with jeans and chinos, of course, but looks just as good with smarter trousers. That's one of the things I love about a good black jacket — it goes with almost everything.

The design features a hooded stand collar, generous front flap pockets, a chest flap pocket, and a vertical zippered chest pocket.

Plenty of storage without compromising the classic silhouette.

One of the biggest improvements WORKERS made to this version is the sleeve construction.

The sleeves have been widened from the elbows down to the cuffs, with the extra fabric neatly gathered into pleats at the wrists.

It's a thoughtful adjustment that gives your arms more freedom to move, whether you're reaching forward or simply going about your day.

Instead of the hook-and-loop closures commonly found on modern mountain parkas, WORKERS chose snap-button cuffs inspired by traditional work shirts.

It's a small detail, but one that gives the jacket a much more classic appearance.

The front features a reliable YKK VISLON two-way zipper.

Being able to unzip the jacket from the bottom makes sitting down and layering much more comfortable.

The large lower pockets also have a clever double construction, allowing you to slip your hands in from the sides.

Those handwarmer sections are lined with corduroy, which feels wonderfully soft.

Corduroy is also used behind the chin guard to prevent the zipper from rubbing against your neck.

And when you open the front, the beige corduroy creates a beautiful contrast against the black outer fabric.

I really like these subtle combinations of materials.

A mountain parka may have its roots in outdoor clothing, but it's also one of the most useful jackets you can have in your everyday wardrobe.

Throw it over a T-shirt or sweatshirt, add a few layers when the weather turns cooler, and wear it wherever the day takes you.

With its timeless design and versatile black color, this is a jacket you'll enjoy wearing for years to come.

Spiral Note

60/40 Cloth and the WORKERS Approach to Comfort

60/40 cloth is a classic outdoor fabric made from 60% cotton and 40% nylon.

For this Mountain Parka, WORKERS uses a lightweight 5oz version that combines the natural character of cotton with the practical qualities of nylon, including light water resistance.

Despite its versatility, 60/40 cloth presents some interesting challenges during manufacturing.

Because nylon can shrink when exposed to heat, the fabric cannot be pressed at high temperatures in the same way as ordinary cotton.

This makes it particularly difficult to achieve consistently neat seams.

WORKERS works closely with its sewing factory, using carefully controlled low-temperature pressing techniques while preserving the natural character of the fabric.

Another important development in this version is the redesigned sleeve pattern.

Through years of designing and wearing shirts, WORKERS discovered just how much the amount of room around the elbows affects freedom of movement.

That observation has now been applied to the Mountain Parka.

The sleeves are wider from the elbows to the cuffs, allowing greater mobility without making the wrists unnecessarily bulky.

The additional fabric is gathered into pleats, with their positions offset between the upper and lower sleeve sections to reduce bulk where the fabric overlaps.

The cuffs feature custom WORKERS-engraved, two-prong snap buttons.

Other details include a YKK VISLON two-way front zipper, waxed hood drawcords with leather adjusters, and a plain-weave lining made from 65% polyester and 35% cotton.

The jacket is sewn in Japan using polyester-spun thread and delivered unwashed.

Rather than simply reproducing a vintage design, WORKERS continues to refine the patterns and construction to make classic clothing more comfortable and practical for everyday wear.

That's what makes this Mountain Parka such an interesting piece.

Care instructions: Because 60/40 cloth contains heat-sensitive nylon, avoid tumble drying and ironing.