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High fashion reaches new heights with inspiration drawn from the great outdoors.

STEPHANIE BRENNAN, EMMA REYNOLDS

The Cut may have first coined the term “gorpcore” in 2017—gorp being a shorthand for trail mix— but the last few years have cemented outdoor gear’s status in the fashion zeitgeist. Luxury houses looking to capitalize on the moment have collaborated with long-standing players (the North Face x Gucci Collection comes to mind) and effectively transformed pieces once considered utilitarian techwear into opulent must-haves. Of course, it’s essential to invest wisely and look beyond the latest hype. Here we’ve rounded up some of the greatest luxury outdoor brands, from the heritage mainstays who were doing this before it was cool to the up-and-comers blazing new sartorial trails.

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Arc’teryx

After perfecting its blizzard-ready shells and ultralightweight climbing gear, Vancouver-based Arcteryx has focused on incorporating its innovative technology into more lifestyle- and fashion-forward designs, collaborating with the likes of London skatewear brand Palace and, more recently, Jil Sander. Renowned for its sleek silhouettes and loyal celebrity fanbase, the label has also become a favorite for its TikTok content. arcteryx.com

Experienced skiers and globetrotting models alike know this high-tech German brand doesn’t mess around when it comes to outerwear. Since debuting its ski suits at the 1936 Olympics, Bogner has become synonymous with outdoor performance and luxury design. With an evolving collection that encompasses everything from protective motorcycling suits to golf dresses, there’s something for every kind of adventure— actual or sartorial. bogner.com

Bogner

Photo Credit: Will Saunders

Photo Courtesy of Moncler

Moncler

Perhaps the most iconic luxury outdoor performance brand, Moncler has become a standout in recent years for its high-fashion collaborations, daring silhouettes and never-before-seen prints. Lately, the brand has embraced a more classic and understated look in its seasonal collections, which celebrate tailoring, texture and technology. moncler.com

Swiss engineering. Need we say more? Well, just in case: The lightweight running shoes created by this Zürich-founded brand feature the first-ever patented cushioning system that activates when the foot lands, making it a favorite of experienced hikers and marathon runners. Their iconic sole and sophisticated use of color lend these shoes to a high-impact fashion statement that lets you feel like you’re walking on a cloud. on-running.com