Gorham Sparkly Padded Jacket - Polo Ralph Lauren - Black - L

While the main fabric (polyester) offers some resistance to light moisture, this jacket is not fully waterproof. It's designed to provide warmth and protection in cool, dry, or mildly damp conditions rather than heavy rain.

Yes, the hood is detachable. It features a zip fastening, drawstring, and press studs, allowing you to remove it when not needed for a different look or less bulk.

Ensure the jacket is clean and completely dry before storing. Store it hanging in a cool, dry place, or loosely folded in a breathable storage bag. Avoid compressing it tightly for long periods, as this can damage the down's loft.

The jacket is padded with a blend of 75% down and 25% feather, providing excellent insulation and warmth.

Yes, the jacket features several secure pockets, including two front zip-up pockets, an additional zipped pocket, and an inside pocket, perfect for keeping your valuables safe.

With its down and feather insulation, this jacket provides significant warmth suitable for cold temperatures. However, for extreme arctic-like conditions, additional layering underneath may be necessary.

This is common with down jackets. Tumble dry on low heat with 2-3 clean tennis balls or dryer balls. This helps break up the clumps of down and restore its loft and insulating properties. Ensure it's completely dry before storage.

Gently pull fabric away from the zipper teeth. If it frequently snags, apply a small amount of graphite from a pencil or a specialized zipper lubricant to the teeth. Avoid forcing the zipper.

The durable water-repellent (DWR) finish might be wearing off. After washing and drying, you can apply a DWR restoring spray specifically designed for outerwear to the clean, dry fabric surface.

This can happen with down jackets. Do not pull the feather out, as this can create a larger hole. Instead, gently push the feather back into the jacket from the inside. The tightly woven fabric usually prevents significant feather loss.

Clean any lint, threads, or debris from both sides of the hook-and-loop fasteners. A stiff brush or tweezers can help restore their adhesive quality.