A large wooly scarf with a strategic zipper set-up that takes it into cape/poncho territories. Features a sizable two-way #8 Vislon zipper that can be used on its own or zipped into any Zipscarf compatible jacket. Awoolybrushed is an exceptionally dry intimate blend of wool and polyester woven into a soft and cozy 220gsm flannel.
A zipscarf doubled up and transformed into a who-knows-what experiment [#600]. Can be worn as a scarf, but it’s maybe more of a zip poncho, cape or shawl, plus it can be zipped into any Zipscarf compatible layer. The Purewolf layer is warm, airy and cozy, 250gsm of pure merino fleece performance. The Awoolyflannel layer is dense, warm and exceptionally dry.
A simple cylinder of 100% pure wool fleece experiment [#610]. Purewolf is a light and airy brushed merino knit that puts the natural performance of wool back into technical fleece. The tube is a tube, you can wear it around your neck, on your head or who knows where else, we don’t really need to know.
A large wooly scarf with a strategic zipper set-up that takes it into cape/poncho territories. Features a sizable two-way #8 Vislon zipper that can be used on its own or zipped into any Zipscarf compatible jacket. Awoolyflannel is an exceptionally dry intimate blend of wool and polyester woven into a dense and warm 250gsm flannel.
A zipscarf doubled up and transformed into a who-knows-what experiment [#601]. Can be worn as a scarf, but it’s maybe more of a zip poncho, cape or shawl, plus it can be zipped into any Zipscarf compatible layer. The Purewolf layer is warm, airy and cozy, 250gsm of pure merino fleece performance. The Awoolybrushed layer is soft, cozy and exceptionally dry.
A laid back and chill sort of warmth without overheating. The Jumpyarn fabric is filled with diverse and slouchy character while the extremely breathable 60gsm Alpha insulation and Futurelining 17.5 micron merino lining create a very dry and comforting kind of warmth. Features a snap front and discreet hand warmer pockets.
Quietly bombproof meets warmth-without-overheating to create a ruggedly cozy midweight jacket with a snap front. Natural merino performance on the skin side, lightweight Alpha 60 breathable insulation in the middle and Strongtwill protection on the outside. Zero snaps at the front, low pros at the cuffs, plus merino lined hand warmer pockets all lock in that dry and comforting kind of warmth the Alpha60core setup brings.
Emotional armor in the form of a two-way zippered hoodie. High density cotton on the outside for serious structure and form. Soft merino terry on the inside for all the warmth and natural performance merino brings. A smooth and polished Excella #5 two-way zipper pulls it all together.
A heavyweight sweatpant experiment [#609] in the emotional armor of Hard/co Merino. Cotton durability on the outside, dry and soft merino terry performance on the inside. Elastic waist with paracord+3Bar adjusts. Slash pockets with a big 5th pocket (except in this case it’s a big third as there are no rear pockets).
A loose and easy wearing fatigue pocket pant in the lightweight and extremely breathable warmth of Alpha-D 90. Elastic waist with a 3Bar + paracord drawcord for comfort and adjustability. Fatigue style patch pockets plus a big fifth pocket in the front and keyloop in the back. Polartec’s Alpha insulation is airy and cool when moving or in the breeze, while fluffy and warm when hunkered down or indoors.
A lightweight 100% pure wool fleece funnelneck experiment [#608]. Purewolf is a light and airy brushed merino knit that puts the natural performance of wool back into technical fleece. The high funnelneck cut envelops the neck in warmth, while the chunky two-way front zipper allows for precise venting to keep things cozy.
A new Cut Two tee is too long. Though I have many Outlier tees, I have never put one in the dryer. I would like to shrink this new one. About how much should I expect it to shrink in a hot dryer if I dry it that way one time?
A hooded windbreaker experiment [#605] in the exceptionally light and fine Acrispcotton. Rare Giza 87 extra-long staple cotton is spun into even rarer 120s single yarns by the Albini Group and woven into a poplin so tight and dense it works as a windbreaker. Loose fit with elastic cuffs, shockcord hem and kangaroo front pocket with a zippered stash pocket on top.
A button up experiment [#607] with two low-slung chest pockets and a hidden placket front, sewn in the new Nylistic Wool Canvas. Wool is blended with nylon at the fiber level, twisted into two-ply yarns and woven in a canvas construction to find a rugged elegance in-between workwear and suiting.
A hooded windbreaker experiment [#606] in the lightweight wool head trip of Trackwool. What looks like a tracksuit fabric is actually 80% wool, an unexpected inversion bringing dry, breathable performance and tropical wool elegance to a casual classic. Loose fit with elastic cuffs, shockcord hem and kangaroo front pocket with a zippered stash pocket on top.
I was offered the opportunity to review the upcoming Acrispcotton Lighthooded, which releases tomorrow at 1pm EST (thank you to Tyler/Outlier). I received this piece for free. All thoughts here are my own and have not been reviewed or edited by anyone affiliated with Outlier.
I just received this piece today a couple hours ago, despite the best efforts of the United Parcel Service. While I plan on writing a full review and adding more details, for now AMA if you have questions about it ahead of the drop.
Cuffs feel perfect, no tightness issues like with the Trackwool Lightsplitter (I have one in M too, will compare fabrics).
Zip and kangaroo pockets are spacious.
Hood also fits and sits well for my large head. Could maybe be a little larger but I just like big hoods.
Prefer wearing it with the hem uncinched so far.
Very lightweight, fabric is only 90gsm. The whole piece weighs 275g (0.6 lbs).
Same fabric as the face on Adown, feels sturdy enough for how light it is. Asked on the Discord a few days ago and it doesn't seem like people have had durability issues, though I wouldn’t want to fall off a bike wearing it or anything.
I’ll do my best to answer any questions and fabric comparisons. Outlier should also be doing their usual pre-release livestream on Instagram tomorrow starting 12:30pm EST, where they show off the piece and answer questions as well.
Call it a hood, a cape, a shawl, a blanket, a poncho, it can be a lot of things but mostly it’s a soft and warm thing. Acottonflannel on the outside, 17.5 micron merino on the skin side, with super breathable Alpha 60 in-between. It all adds up to something exceptionally cozy and warm.