The North Face Fake vs Real Jacket: How To Spot It?

The North Face Fake vs Real Jacket: How To Spot It?

Just like we did the previous week, where we took a look at the details that set apart a genuine Canada Goose jacket from a replica, today we will be doing that very same thing for The North Face.

Being a popular and high-end brand, with prices that live up to the product’s reputation and quality, comes with its share of problems, one of which is that of counterfeit products.

This is an issue that has affected nearly all brands that offer great quality products, but the prices of which are a tad higher than what the average buyer can afford.

And thus, those buyers turn to replicas of the product they originally wanted, in the hopes that because it resembles that product, the rest of the differences will be unnoticeable. The worst thing, however, is when you are scammed out of your money for what you thought was a genuine product.

If you are one of those who either knowingly or unknowingly has dealt with a fake product, you will agree to the fact that despite the similarity in appearance, when it comes to performance these products are considerably lacking.

Now, let’s turn to jackets and more specifically those by The North Face and learn more about how to tell a genuine jacket from a replica.

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Canada Goose Fake vs Real Jacket: How To Spot It?

Canada Goose Fake vs Real Jacket: How To Spot It?

Jackets, being an essential part of our wardrobes, come in different colors, designs, and varieties. Regardless of the style you prefer, or what you are looking for, it is guaranteed that you will find the right jacket for the occasion.

Focusing more on winter jackets, considering that they are the most important winter garment for outdoor wear, here on our website we have gone through numerous designs by different brands. One of these brands is Canada Goose, which is one of the most beloved brands in North America and, due to its popularity, is even renowned in the other continents.

Apart from the high quality of the jackets and their incredible warmth and insulation, Canada Goose is also known for its high prices.

In a previous piece of ours we have discusses in length why those prices are so high and whether they are justifiable. You can check it out here to get a better understanding of why this brand is so renowned and how it rose to popularity.

Our topic for today, in fact, is that of telling apart a genuine Canada Goose jacket from a counterfeit one.

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How To Wash Your Down Jacket – A Useful Guide

How To Wash Your Down Jacket - A Useful Guide

Those of you who live in cold countries, where snow and below-zero temperatures make up the typical winter, know very well the importance of a down jacket.

Down jackets are the warmest jackets available, provided they are well-made, of course. And they are not cheap, either, which makes the matter of properly caring for one all the more important.

In some of our previous guides on how to wash specific jackets from a particular brand, such as The North Face or Columbia, we have included some quick tips on washing down jackets, as part of these brands’ designs, but because we have written several guides for other specific types of jackets, we thought that it would only be fair (and necessary) to go through the steps of washing a down jacket.

Now, don’t be discouraged thinking that you are going to get yourself in trouble by taking matters into your own hands, because that’s not the case at all.

We will guide you through all the process of cleaning, washing, drying and storing your down jacket so that it will last you for many seasons to come.

Let’s get started!

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How To Wash Your Gore-Tex Jacket: A Practical Guide

How To Wash Your Gore-Tex Jacket: A Practical Guide

Gore-Tex® jackets are arguably the best on the market when it comes to weather resistance and performance in sports. Rain protection, snow protection, windproof and considerably breathable, this fabric technology is always the suggestion anywhere you look online.

Even when compared to other fabric technologies of similar ratings and even similar composition, such as eVent, Gore-Tex performs like no other. Albeit, not the most breathable option out there, it is still one of the best choices for outdoor performance jackets.

If you are interested to see how Gore-Tex compares to other fabrics and fabric technologies, there are several such reviews on our site.

Today we will go through the necessary steps of cleaning and caring for a Gore-Tex jacket. First, let’s take a look at what exactly is Gore-Tex itself and then get right into the guide.

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How To Wash a Fleece Jacket – A Useful Guide

How To Wash a Fleece Jacket - A Useful Guide

Jackets are an essential part of everyone’s wardrobe. When the temperatures drop and weather quickly turns into rain and snow, only a jacket can manage to keep you warm, dry and comfortable in such conditions.

We have looked at hundreds of jackets here on our site, compiling selections, reviewing them and also comparing different ones with one goal in mind: to provide you with the best options available on the market.

Jackets are a necessity for the protection they provide, but they require our care in order to be in their best shape.

In the past guides and tutorials, we have looked into different jackets and how to best care for them, by learning how to thoroughly clean them at the comfort of our own homes, while saving money in the meantime.

This brings us to today’s tutorial, where we will learn how to properly look after a fleece jacket and why that is such an important thing to do.

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6 Best Waterproofing Sprays & Wash-in Products for Jackets Reviewed + How To

6 Best Waterproofing Sprays & Wash-in Products for Jackets Reviewed + How To

When it’s time to buy a new jacket, online shopping has now become the most common way to go about it. With so many options available, information that is accessible in just a few seconds, the reasons for online shopping becoming so popular are quite self-explanatory.

So the time has come for you, too, and now you are looking for a jacket that will not only keep you warm, but that it will keep you dry as well. After all, an all-purpose jacket, which can be worn in rain and shine, would undoubtedly be the best option.

The search for “waterproof jacket” will yield hundreds, if not thousands, of results. Numerous jackets to pick from, each made of different fabrics and some mentioning water column and even special membranes.

We understand very well that it tends to get a little bit confusing, especially if you have no prior experience with buying waterproof jackets.

We will explain all of that simply, before we get into today’s selection and guide.

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How To Clean A Canada Goose Jacket – A Useful Guide

How To Clean A Canada Goose Jacket - A Useful Guide

With summer officially here, you’d think us crazy for continuing to discuss jackets at a time like this, let alone parkas and down jackets.

Well, we understand that, but what’s the harm in being prepared beforehand for the harsh season of winter?

When buying a winter jacket, like everyone else, we too weigh the pros and cons of each jacket and price, of course, is one of the most important factors to take into consideration. And just like everyone else, the thought of how a particular jacket is going to be maintained and cleaned does not really cross our minds.

After all, if it is the right price and fulfills the requirements, that’s all that matters at that moment.

While this is not a big issue with most jackets, when it comes to some jackets in particular, it can easily become a turning point. Take for example down jackets. They are notorious for being very bothersome to maintain and wash.

So much so, in fact, that many people opt for dry cleaning services, just so they will not have to deal with the trouble of washing a down jacket, and that is completely understandable.

In previous articles, we have compiled several guides on washing and maintaining particular jackets in their best conditions and today we will be doing the same, as you have already seen in the title. We will be taking a look at how to best care for and clean a Canada Goose jacket.

This is important, as a matter of fact, because not only will you be dealing with goose down if you own or will own a Canada Goose jacket, but there is also real fur involved. And to top it all off, these jackets are very expensive, which only adds to the list, frankly.

In today’s guide you will learn all the tips and steps you should know in order to help your Canada Goose jacket last for decades, as it is supposed to.

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