LAUNCHED IN 1952 BY RENÉ RAMILLON AND ANDRÉ VINCENT IN MONESTIER-DECLERMONT, FRANCE, MONCLER FOUND ITS FOOTING IN DURABLE JACKETS AND GEAR FOR MOUNTAINEERS. THE BRAND GAINED PROMINENCE IN THE ‘60S WHEN IT OUTFITTED THE FRENCH SKI TEAM FOR THE WINTER OLYMPICS. FLASH FORWARD TO THE ‘80S, AND THE LABEL SHIFTED FOCUS TO LUXURY FASHION, BLENDING HIGH-PERFORMANCE APPAREL WITH A STYLISH EDGE, EVENTUALLY CEMENTING ITSELF AS A GLOBAL ICON FOR THE COSMOPOLITAN GENTLEMAN

BY CHRISTINE CIPOLLA.

 

Hanoverian Down Coat

Lauded for its shiny façade, this extra-long overcoat developed from nylon laqué boasts functional details that guarantee warmth and defense against the elements. A brand classic, the coat showcases a detachable hood and a front zipper covered by a storm flap, enhancing the design’s protective properties. $2,500.

Gelos Jacket A puffer that looks like a sweater?

Indeed! Fashioned from cable knit wool, the short down jacket adds texture to your winter wardrobe in the softest way possible. It’s a heavy knit, making it the perfect companion for the coldest months. Adding an elevated note, a wool and alpaca yoke with a bright geometric pattern completes the style. $2,660.

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Lountere Suede Jacket

Presenting a fresh vision for menswear, this versatile jacket is a hip mash-up of materials. Assembled from micro chic (a lightweight yet protective fabric), the sumptuous short puffer is enhanced with a smooth suede front. The knit cuffs and hem are made from wool to further enhance the multifaceted look. $3,960.

Peka Trek Boots Reflecting

Moncler’s alpine heritage, this leather hiking boot with a quilted, padded collar is grounded by a chunky midsole and grippy Vibram outsole. A convenient zip closure offers easy removal after a long day on the trail or the urban streets. $950.

Gelt Jacket

Offering a contemporary take on casual outerwear, this downfilled “shacket” is constructed from stretch-enhanced corduroy. The shirt-jacket’s straight cut illuminates a host of overshirtinspired details, including a pointed collar, chest pockets, and a snap button front. $1,690.

Racing Logo Hoodie

Born for horsepower junkies, this scarlet hooded sweatshirt channels the Moncler X Palm Angels energetic spirit with a printed motif. Part of the Genius collection, the hoodie is crafted from the fleeciest cotton, delivering all-day comfort. $790.

Tricolor Accent Pants

Not your ordinary joggers, these tapered sweats emphasize tricolor webbing, infusing them with a super sporty feel. The ultra-comfortable style is cut from plush, fleece-back cotton with an adjustable waistband and trimmed with the iconic logo appliqué at the side. $845.

Radiance Peter Bomber Jacket

This cool collab with Rick Owens transforms a time-honored classic into a mod masterpiece. Fabricated from a lightweight nylon textile, the short down puffer is characterized by a radial quilting pattern. The avant-garde warmer comes in an oversized fit, an ode to the co-creator’s ardor for exaggerated silhouettes. $2,750.