Designed for hiking, commuting, trekking and all-weather outdoor use, outdoor jackets require fabrics that protect against rain, wind and external abrasion while maintaining comfortable breathability inside the garment.
Waterproof and breathable fabrics form the foundation of many technical outerwear systems. They help block precipitation from the outside while allowing moisture vapor to escape, reducing heat and moisture buildup during active movement. Balanced constructions are suitable for daily outdoor use, travel and light technical shells.
For higher-performance jackets, a 3-layer waterproof fabric combines the face fabric, membrane and inner tricot in one laminate. The structure offers stronger durability, weather protection and long-term stability for technical rain shells, hardshell jackets, alpine garments and expedition outerwear.
Depending on the target application, shell fabrics can be customized for waterproof level, breathability, lamination structure, hand feel, weight, color and functional finishing.
