HIGH LIGHTS In this document you can find a selection of high lights of the fall winter collection. The product information given about these items you can find in many more products. Use this information in conversation and advice to your customer and in your morning sessions.
JACKETS The overall feel of the collection is a mix of sea world elements, the techworld with fashion and femininity. Logo position changed form a more visible place to underneath the flap. There are different kinds of zippers used in the womanís collection. In one jacket there is mostly a mix of zippers; The black matt waterproof camlock puller are the same as the menís The plastic zipper (5-8) with ring puller The metal zipper (always black) the material is black with ring puller Label has changed since the SS is Is royal bleu for the winter and white for the summer collection is woven in the garments. Important to play without padding or lining to create volume and shapes like the balloon and egg shape. For this reason you have loose jackets to sell with it. In some cases you can use the detachable push bottom on the vest/jacket to attach a vest or jacket. The double slider is used on longer coats and garments and when there is no elastic on the bottom or a coulisse.
JACKET HAVEN Double breasted for a flattering silhouette, the Haven is all about casual sophistication. Made from jersey, it moves as the wearer does and doesn t restrict when layered over pieces. A two-pocket front and single dart at the back pays homage to traditional military styles of old. Finished in a contrast lining, and complete with hand-stitched buttons, the Haven is designed to last many a passing season. TECH BONDED The tech bonded fabric is a double face jersey and honeycomb cotton and nylon and poly combination. The nylon gives a tech effect (neoprene like) sportswear feel and comfort because a little bit of stretch the Haven is a classic clean double breasted coat, with hidden buttons (hand stitched), all raw edges, ergonomic cut hidden zippers. - hand stitched buttons - contrast lining - technically bonded fabric - double breasted
JACKET ISABEL The Isabel sits like a cape over the body, with darting and seam work that create a flattering finish to this design. Metal shank buttons act as closures while the oversized knitted collar sits high on the neck, like fisherman s capes from days past. Made from blended felt wool this is a wind breaking knit perfect for winter. WOOL MELTON The wool Melton is a soft but dense felt fabric. With 60% wool and 40% polyester it is also warm and durable. The coat has got an a- line shape and long ergonomic raglan sleeves. Played with a waterproof zipper and black anchor buttons. Soft polyester padding is used in the collar for heat The jacket is unlined because of fabric construction (easy and clean) and the cotton piping inside. The inside pocket lining is a 3d mesh which gives the jacket a city story and a tech story - metal shank button closure - knit collar - high warm collar
JACKET JILL Function and fashion combine in the Jill Jacket. Light padding appears on the inside which features a coated texture for extra waterproof protection. An adjustable and detachable hood adds volume to this design while its tapered, elastic waistband and rounded hemline create a dramatic silhouette. HEAVY NYLON A clock shaped parka jacket. It is long on the front and short at the back but you can play with the coulisse to have a balloon shape. More slim, regular or oversized fits. Mix of waterproof zipper and metal zippers (two sliders) elastic stitch over the hood to make it more fitting elastic binding and lycra wind stopper with thumbhole ergonomic shaped sleeves. Modern version of the parka. Padding with polyester, the inside coulisse you can play with the buttons. The hood is very big it is a military style with metal wire to shape it for the rain etc, Detachable (overlapping part ) to cover the rain falling off. Without the hood you have a mandarin collar. A-symmetric pocket with polar fleece and big pocket with waterproof zip with polar fleece. - detachable hood - waterproof zips - elastic panel at waist
JACKET HAY Anorak in style, the Hay Jacket offers much in the way of features. With side zips that allow the jacket to have a cape like fit, a long line cuff and zip up front bring this style to a more flattering finish. TECH DOWN This tech down is the same fabric as explained in the men s document. It is coated with a graphite coating for more thermo regulation. The high cuffs are in lycra with a thumb whole. They are made this long to create a big balloon sleeve or you can wear it as a ¾ sleeve. The jacket is insulated with a bubble quilting and polyester padding. The zippers on the side are metal; you can open them to transform the jacket into a poncho. Also the hood is padded for more effect. - bubble quilting on inside - long line Lycra cuffs - inside graphic coating - transform into poncho
JACKET VICHY The Vichy is a hard working jacket made to combat the elements. With a two way zip up front and drawstring hood, you can adjust the shape to suit the occasion. A Tyvek insert at the hood further protects the face, while the compact microfiber that this jacket is made from gives all round, all weather protection. DOUBLE HOOD The Vichy is a short jacket with a boxy fit. The boxy fit can be made into a bomber like fit with the coulisse on the bottom. The sleeve are made more ergonomic and are fitted with lycra wind stoppers for more comfort. This is the only woman s jacket with the a double hood like in the men s collection. The hood is finished with a tyvek silver coating and padded with polyester in a bubble quilting. On the outside there is no padding to avoid to big of a puff. Elastic binding on the inside hood. Draw cord on hood regulator. There are two different zippers a metal zipper and waterproof zipper in contrast color to avoid a flat effect. Wave quilting on inside lining. - double hood with silver Tyvek insert - waterproof zips on pockets - padded
SOFTSHELL How to recognize a shoftshell: A shoftshell are two fabrics bonded together. It could have a 2 or 4 way stretch for more comfort. It is very soft, warm and sometimes waterrepellent. you can wear it as a second layer under your main jacket or as a inbetween. The badges are smaller.
SOFTSHELL L/S HOODED FULL ZIP A hoodie unlike most, this one features an array of technical details making comfort and versatility key. A removable hood means year round wear while the soft shell inner fabric is brushed, for complete comfort. FIT Slim fit and ergonomic shape. (Almost a second skin.) Waterproof zipper and the mesh insert in the pockets. 3d mesh detachable hood with push buttons - slim fit - detachable hood - hemmed border in neoprene - 3D mesh detail at hood
SOFTSHELL OVERSIZED L/S HOODED FULL ZIP North Sails have taken the classic hoodie and redesigned it for the contemporary sail enthusiast. Made from fabric that is brushed on the inside, this hoodie feels super soft when worn. Sitting long on the body, mesh and pop color tape details work with the soft shell fabric of this design to give this an urban look. FIT This is an oversized soft-shell for a more comfort and movability. The designers have played with the shape of the active wear to make it feminine but also good for the outdoor activity. The jacket is a hybrid between a parka fish tale back and a regular full zip hood. - 3D Mesh details - colored taping at pockets - long line fit - ergonomic sleeve
TOPS Here there is a distinction made between knit and woven fabrics. In the winter collection we have a lot of high-grade knits. Study them and look good at the materials and their characteristics In the cut and sewn knit wear there are no double sliders.
SWEAT L/S ROUNDNECK SWEAT A casual round neck sweater in signature North Sails style, this double blended design features rubber print detailing and an exposed zip at the back. Sitting boxy and loose on the body, it s a great piece to team with slim fit jeans to balance the silhouette. BONDED COTTON The bonded cotton is just a little lighter then the bonded fleece. This makes the wear ability very comfortable and soft. The fabric is bonded with two fabrics together. The sweater has 7/8 sleeves and a waterproof zip in the back as a North Sails signature. For a sail touch the sweater has a boat neck. - boxy fit - slightly cropped - waterproof zipper at the back
SWEAT L/S HOODED FULL ZIP This boxy wool cotton mix hoodedsweat is perfect for tran-seasonal days, the flockprint gives a feminine touch to this sports inspired hoodie. Its pouch pockets and soft fleece finish is a dream to wear. COTTON WOOL FLEECE The cotton wool fleece has got a dry feel. The fabric is more warm and more rich then the cotton fleece. The full zip hood has got a big artwok on the front made form flock. MAke sure to tell your client to wash inside out because the artwork can fade over time. - boxy fit - hoodie - flockprint - metal zip
KNIT L/S CARDIGAN HANDMADE This blended wool cardigan features a folded cuff and looks great when worn open, layered over lightweight knits. A great piece that moves with the wearer, its drapery sits longer at the rear, with volume at the sleeves for a commanding silhouette. HAND MADE The construction of these pieces are very particular because the yarn is made of a tube to make the yarn more light ( the yarn is empty inside) this also makes the garment more light to make working by hand possible. Every piece is unique because it is made by hand. All the pieces are made by someone different, making the pieces can take up to a day. - hand made - draped fit
EXTRA GAUGE Gauge weight the higher is thiner and the thikness of the yarn Yarn workmanship and composition The thinnest gage is 14 gg gauge noun 1. an instrument that measures and gives a visual display of the amount, level, or contents of something. a fuel gauge synonyms: measuring instrument, measuring device, meter, measure; More a tool for checking whether something conforms to a desired dimension. mark out the details of the angled surfaces with a knife and gauge a means of estimating something. emigration is perhaps the best gauge of public unease synonyms: measure, indicator, barometer, basis, standard, point of reference, guide, guideline, touchstone, yardstick, benchmark, criterion, example, model, pattern, formula, exemplar, sample, test, litmus test exports are an important gauge of economic activity 2. the thickness, size, or capacity of something, especially as a standard measure, in particular: synonyms: size, measure, extent, degree, scope, capacity, magnitude; More the diameter of a wire, fibre, tube, etc. a fine 0.018-inch gauge wire a measure of the diameter of a gun barrel, or of its ammunition, expressed as the number of spherical pieces of shot of the same diameter as the barrel that can be made from 1 lb (454 g) of lead. a 12-gauge shotgun the thickness of sheet metal or plastic. 500-gauge polythene the distance between the rails of a line of railway track. the line was laid to a gauge of 2 ft 9 ins 2. measure the dimensions of (an object) with a gauge. when dry the assemblies can be gauged exactly
KNIT DOLMAN SLEEVES TURTLE NECK This luxurious turtle neck is made from the finest in alpaca. With a high rise border at the hem, this sits form-fitting on the waist, a contrast from the billowing sleeve and body of the knit. Volume in the neckline balances out this statement style. DOLMAN SLEEVE This type of sleeve is fitted at the wrist but cut with a deep armhole that somewhat resembles a shape from the back. The original Dolman s were worn from the 1870s to 1880s. - soft hand feel - light on the body - dolman sleeve - turtle neck
KNIT L/S FULL ZIPP 12GG Designed to contour the body, this cardigan zips up at the front and can be brought in at the waist to create extra shape. A high rise collar gives balance to this Boiled Wool style. BOILED WOOL 3 options 100 % wool with raw edge and waterproof zippers, invisible pockets on the side. the blazer has a high collar with metal zip with raw edge and hand stitched buttons. The coulisse yarn is the yarn before boiling the wool. - adjustable drawstring at waist - high rise collar - boiled wool - handstiched buttons
PANTS & DRESSES Our pants are all ergonomically shaped. We want to combine function form and design in our clothes and our pants are high quality prove of that. The womans pants are focues on forms and sillouettes the shapes are oversizes and masculine with a touch of femininity. The shape that comes back mostly is the baloonshape.
LEGGING VERA LEGGINGS North Sails have managed to make leggings even more comfortable, thanks to a light carbon brush technique. The result is a softer feel and nicer wear on the body COTTON STRETCH Light carbon finish > coming the yarn upwards, pulling out the thin yarn to make it more soft. - light carbon brush applied for a soft hand feel
SWEAT PANTS THEA A new look at the harem pant brings us to this great style. Made from double blended cotton, its egg shaped leg features pleat details at the front for a tailored finish. Fitted with an elastic waist, this pant is all about providing comfort in a contemporary cut. FIT The sweatpants made from a different perspective. The pants have features from a pantalon as well as sweatpants. The double pleads make the pants very comfortable and baggy on top but also very useful for every daywear. The fabric is high quality cotton with a clean surface to make the pants more elegant. You can wear it high waist with heals or more comfy with sneakers. It has a North Sails signature waterproof zipper create a double pocket. - waterproof zips at side pocket - waistband fitted with elastic detailing - pleads
PANTS COCKY North Sails has made a legging for high fashion wear. They are comfortable leggings with a couture feel. Fitted with a ergonomic shape to fit the body perfectly. DOUBLE TECH Simple leggings in a tech fabric. The fit is ergonomic to fit he legs very nice. You can consider it a pants because of the weight and construction but a leggings for the fit. Very rich shell fabric and invisible zip. - shell fabric - invisible zip - ergonomic shape
DRESS NOA A shift dress with a difference, this dress offers a full skirt with a wide neckline for balance. Secured by a waterproof centre zip at the rear and made from double blended cotton, this design is classic style featuring signature North Sails details. DRESS BONDED COTTON The dress is made in bonded cotton. The back is cut is very particular way to make the dress very feminine and fitting on the top. The top is finished with a waterproof zipper. The bottom has a full plisse skirt. The armholes are finished with elastic binding for a sportive and soft feel. - waterproof zip on centre back - taped neck and arm seam work
ACCESSOIRES Even the accessories are of very high quality. Make sure you present them on the shop floor and know their qualities.
BEANIE BEANIE A close fitting beanie with stretch, this sits on top of the head nice and snug. FISHERMAN BEANIE The beanie was born out of its precursor, the Monmouth cap. This was a small round, close-fitting hat, which was either brimless or with a small brim. The Monmouth cap originated in Monmouth, Wales, a town rich in wool, in the early 15th Century and gained popularity for its simple construction and warmth. - close fit - sailor cap style
SCARF NECKWARMER The ring scarf returns North Sails style. Soft when worn, this slightly stretchy design sits snug around the neck and can be adjusted to suit your outfit. FIT The ring scarf is a nice way to wear a scarf but not to have loose ends. - ribbed at hem - soft stretchability
BELT LEATHER BELT Soft to wear and perfect for adding a pop of color to shirt dresses or over knitwear. The nautical belt never goes out of style. Genuine leather with a suede feel. - soft suede feel - autical style buckle
BAG HAND BAG Spacious, multi pocketed and well constructed this hand bag is one that will stand up against wear and tear no matter what. BAG The bags are fully glued - waterproof zips - glued seam work
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