Contemporary U-Style Parka

This custom handcrafted parka by Bobby features the timeless U-style silhouette seen in old family photos. It blends traditional craftsmanship with practical modern warmth for the coldest of winters. traditional Inuit parka clothing

Parka Historical Heritage 

A parka, along with the related anorak, is a type of coat with a hood, that may be lined with fur or fake fur. Parkas and anoraks are staples of Inuit clothing, traditionally made from caribou or seal skin, for hunting and kayaking in the frigid Arctic. Some Inuit anoraks require regular coating with fish oil to retain their water resistance. Parkas are typically longer, often extending to the thighs or knees. Anoraks are usually shorter than parkas, often hip-length, and are traditionally a pull-over jacket. traditional Inuit parka clothing

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Item Details:

• Individually sized through virtual or in-person consultation for a precise, body-specific fit
• Fully insulated and quilted for protection against extreme winter temperatures
• Features a traditional silver fox ruff, crafted using methods passed down from the artist’s late grandmother, Emily Sr.
• Trimmed with hand-pinned and sewn rick-rack swirls and layered cotton bias tape in heritage patterns
• The handmade pattern is a family heirloom, adapted by the artist for a modern yet culturally-rooted fit

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