About Nau
Portland, Oregon is known for an outdoorsy spirit coupled with a social consciousness, so it ought not come as a surprise that it's also home to the brand called NAU. Celebrated as designers of sustainable urban and outdoor apparel, NAU puts the chic in . . . well, there's technically no C-H-I-C in down vests and parkas, but you wouldn't know it wearing one of their sleek and functional designs. And NAU doesn't shy away from innovation - with sustainability in mind, they explore cutting-edge new production methods to get the very highest levels of performance out of time-tested materials, and they more often than not create entirely novel treatments and fibers in the process.
Down Load
Combining tailored, urban style with slope sense, this completely waterproof, seam-sealed down jacket is built for the coldest of days for premium warmth without the bulk.
Nau has blended recycled polyester with soft, organic cotton and adhered it to a waterproof, breathable laminate to create a completely weather-proof jacket with a soft hand and casual look. Taped seams, weather-resistant zipper with wind flap, and a DWR finish ensures nothing penetrates the Down Load's soft, 650-fill down interior. Ribbed wool cuffs and a mini storm skirt lock out wind and spindrift. Removable hood snaps off for casual wear.