A military surplus-inspired fabric lightens up this classic heavyweight jacket, a favorite of outdoorsmen for generations.

But navigating the tundra of men’s winter jackets can be just as frustrating ... initially designed for the military (the US Navy, to precise) and once worn (devilishly well) by Steve McQueen.

Its fashionable function comes in the form of a high, standing collar in the style of an old-school military coat, which can be buttoned closed to provide a built-in shield from frigid winter winds.