Hillary Day’s Beautiful Technology Collection

Muchaneta Kapfunde | @fashnerdeditor

Hillary Day, a west coast native, coat collection is a drool worthy must have with a difference. Bragging experience that includes Vera Wang, Ralph Lauren and Adidas, the Rhode Island School of Design graduate has always been driven by an appreciation of simplicity and describes herself on her twitter as a “lover of simplicity, details and beautiful technical fabrics.”

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Hillary Day mood board

So when did it all start? Well it was back in 2008 when Day first debuted her line of classic but innovative outerwear styles. Designed to last, her coats have been created to suit wearers of all ages by combining our need for an everyday practical coat with our aesthetic desire to look stylish.

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When it comes to the technology, Hillary Day raincoats are made from c_change™ by Swiss company Schoeller, a name that is not only synonymous for innovation and technology but Schoeller were also the first company to receive the bluesign® award which means that Schoeller fabrics are manufactured without harming the planet or people.

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The fashionably functional collection is fused with the  c_change™ which has a two-layer construction—a fabric on the outside, attached to an air and moisture permeable laminate that is wind and waterproof on the inside. This breathable, stretchy, stain resistant fabric is also highly adaptable to temperature. c_change™ has the ability to “open” and breathe as the outside temperature heats up or if you heat up, meaning you stay comfortable. Similarly, as the temperature drops, the membrane “closes,” trapping in body heat but not moisture, to keep you dry and warm. Amazingly, at 68 degrees the fabric is twice as breathable than it is at 50 degrees.

The coat that caught our eye, the Oxford Weave Origami coat
The coat that caught our eye, the Oxford Weave Origami coat

Mostly a blend of polyester, nylon, wool, and sometimes cotton, our favourite is the Oxford Weave Origami coat with a tailored empire silhouette, sculptural folded collar and cuffs concealed magnetic snaps. We, at FashNerd, are definitely all in favour of this beautiful collection, which is currently only available on their online store or at their Portland studio. Prices start from $325.00 USD.

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SOURCEImage Credit: Hillary Day