"Alaska": the warmest jackets in the world!
The history of "Alaska" jackets dates back to the 1950s. Back then, military pilots were trying to find a way to withstand low temperatures during flights. They needed a versatile jacket that could protect them from cold, strong winds, and moisture even at high altitudes. The best engineers couldn't come up with such a design. So they decided to turn to the experience of the peoples of the North, who live in extreme climate conditions year-round.
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16.05.2025
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History of the Alaska Brand
It turned out that the Eskimos living in Alaska wear special clothing – a parka. Warm thanks to the lining of down and fur, with a large heavy hood, and at the same time waterproof due to fish oil. This made it an ideal protection against frost and wind; moreover, there was no need to fear snow or water. Soon the American “Alaska” jacket became mandatory equipment for all pilots.
If you decide to buy a real Alaska jacket in the USA, you may notice one interesting detail. Almost all models have a “fashionable” orange lining. And this is not just so. When the jackets were mainly used by military pilots, it was assumed that in case of ejection they could turn it inside out. And this would make the task easier for rescuers. And if the ejection happened over enemy territory – you could just leave the down jacket as is, and not reveal yourself once again.
In Russia, with its large sub-zero temperatures, such a warm jacket is even more relevant than in America. This is the ideal warm outerwear for our winters: comfortable, versatile, non-soaking, with simple cleaning. The inner lining – made of down or fur (artificial or natural). It can usually be removed, and this turns this down jacket into a long windbreaker, with which it is comfortable in autumn and spring. At the same time, you can buy an Alaska jacket in America at a very low price – if, of course, you know where to choose.
Where to Buy Alaska Jackets
In America these jackets are called “parkas” (parka). That is the name you should search for in overseas stores. Men’s and women’s models from well-known brands are sold in the US at very attractive prices. We recommend the following stores:
- 6PM – follow the link and you will see hundreds of parkas from top brands, including The North Face, Eddie Bauer, and Cole Haan. Huge discounts, up to 60% off! Here you can buy a genuine Alaska jacket from America starting at $120, or even cheaper. Some (less insulated) models are sold for as little as $70. 6PM is always the best place to buy clothing and shoes if you find what suits you. Delivery to Pochtoy.com warehouses is always free.
- Amazon – huge selection, thousands of options, but of course not the same big discounts as at 6PM. The link shows the top 15 most popular models on the site. Thousands of reviews and ratings above 4.5 stars (out of 5). If you need to buy a branded men’s Alaska jacket in the US, options start at $85, plus free delivery to our warehouse.
- Macy's – fashionable parkas, although the selection is not as large as on Amazon (or even 6PM). Prices from $100 to $300. Good discounts on some models.
- Uniqlo – minimalist Japanese style. Small selection; although these jackets are called parkas, they are very light. We do not recommend them for cold weather.
- Canada Goose – on the contrary, extremely warm (but also very expensive). Ideal for harsh winter. The link shows women’s options, but they also have good offers for men. Note: the brand is very prestigious and costly. You can buy a warm and stylish women’s Alaska jacket in the US starting at $550. Men’s start at $800. They still sell because the quality is unmatched.
- The North Face – stylish, branded, and not too expensive. If the selection on 6PM did not suit you, try buying directly on the official site. Prices start at $150.
- H&M – a world-famous brand of affordable clothing. Parkas in the US start at $30 (when bought on sale). Children’s models are available too and are even cheaper.
- Bloomingdale's – a legendary American department store. Many movies, especially winter and Christmas ones, have been filmed here. Plenty of warm parkas are sold as well. Prices, however, are steep: almost nothing under $300. Some items cost well over a thousand.
- NordStrom – very large selection, hundreds of options. Prices vary widely, from $90 to $900. You may need a VPN to access the site. If you want to buy Alaska jackets from America even cheaper, starting at $80, the same company has NordStrom Rack.
- Columbia – very warm and very affordable, available in any size. The brand has become synonymous with warm outerwear; its jackets are constantly used to conquer Everest and the South Pole. Prices start at $150 because the official site always runs sales.
As you can see, buying a real Alaska jacket in America is possible at quite reasonable prices, especially given such high quality (this is not Turkey or China). Especially if you want clothing from worthy brands such as The North Face, Pajar, Nobis, Arctic Bay, Columbia or Canada Goose. These popular brands in Russia cost on average twice as much. On each jacket, buyers overpay $120 (about 7000 rubles) or more. Not to mention that the selection in RF stores is an order of magnitude more modest.
And clothing delivery from the USA with us at the same time costs just $12. And you can buy from interesting brands directly, or buy with crazy discounts on 6PM.
Bundle up! Good outerwear will always come in handy.
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