The parka was invented by the Inuit of the Canadian Arctic, who called it the "Amauti." Made from caribou skin and coated with fish oil, it kept them warm and dry in freezing conditions. The traditional amauti was more like what we know today as an anorak. It didn’t have an open front like the modern parkas developed since WWII.

This style of shoes was born sometime after 1900 in Tyrol, a region in the Alps that lies between Austria and Italy.

A balmacaan is a loose, roomy, single-breasted overcoat with raglan sleeves, often made from thick wool or tweed.

The Derby shoe we know today may have originally been designed as military footwear during the Napoleonic Wars. After nearly two centuries this shoe may not serve the same purpose as it once did, but it still plays a similar role in style.

These lace-up boots originated with British Army units stationed in India, who wore ankle-high leather boots to play polo.

A shooting jacket is a sports jacket made specifically for activities like hunting and clay shooting. What makes them different from standard jackets is a special cut in the shoulder to allow better movement when aiming.

Fabrics are generally divided into two categories: knitted and woven. 

Jeans was originally designed as a workwear for miners at the end of 19th century.

It’s a classic style that dates back 200 years, and it can be worn with a suit or with jeans and a sweater. Plus, if you get one with a detachable lining, it can be worn basically all year round.

Loafers are today as popular as ever so almost every fashion brand has their own version. You can find them in the stores of mainstream fast fashion brands, all the way up to luxury brands. But in this article I talk about the quality options you can get from the best makers.

Better quality for most items means they have a longer lifespan, and many of these items can be easily repaired, or when talking about shoes, re-soled. All this leads to less waste.

A white t-shirt can be paired with almost anything, making it a staple in many wardrobes. It can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion and it can be worn in any season.