The Winter Parka Care Guide

Thanks to the all-weather Winter Parka, nothing’s going to rain on your parade. That’ll be the case for decades to come, provided you take good care of it. Here’s how to do just that:

Your cotton parka is tough, but it needs the right care to keep it performing at its best. Here's how it works.

Hand washing is also an option for this version. To do this, lay your parka with all pockets open on a flat surface like the bonnet of your Ford Gran Torino (failing that a table'll do). Soak it in warm water with a dab of special detergent for delicate clothes or natural soap.

Rub your Parka with a washcloth with circular motions, so as not to ‘file’ the material. If certain areas are really dirty, a drop of diluted ammonia (one drop only!) will restore its impeccable shine. Once cleaned and rinsed, dry your Parka with a towel and leave it in the open air for half a day (away from direct sunlight).

If you absolutely must put it in the wash - which we don't recommend - don't forget to turn it inside out and use a cold setting (30°C maximum) with a capful of liquid detergent. In this case, close the zips and pockets tightly, and loosen the drawstring at the waist.

Of course, no tumble-drying or bleaching, and avoid spinning at over 1000 rpm.

After several washes, you may need to restore your coat’s credentials as the fluoride-free waterproofing treatment may lose its effectiveness. We recommend that you spray it with some waterproofing from time to time (at the start of the season, for example) to ensure that it stays dry even after several years of use.

Before that, make sure there are no stains, and treat them if there are:

• Soapy water + white vinegar for regular dirt and mud
• Solid bar natural soap for grease (oil, sauces, etc), leave to dry for an hour on the stain before cleaning with clear water
• Alcohol vinegar to dab on sweat and perspiration marks
• White vinegar + methylated spirits + water on a soaked cloth for wine, beer and other stains.
• At the end of the season, after cleaning and preparing for hibernation, place your Parka on a sufficiently sturdy hanger (wooden if possible) and keep it away from light. Slip it in a sleeve and you'll save it from rubbing and dust, for which it will be very grateful.

That's all there is to it: if you follow these few recommendations, there's no reason why your Parka shouldn't last you well into your old age. A victory against time, with art and style.

To preserve all the elegance and warmth of your wool parka, it's essential to give it the right care. Unlike other materials, wool requires special care to maintain its structure and thermal comfort over several winters.

Dry-cleaning: Once a year, ideally before winter, take your wool parka to a professional dry cleaner. This will give it a thorough cleaning while preserving its fibre and quality. Regular care ensures that the wool remains soft, waterproof and insulating.

Storage: you probably won't be using your Winter Parka much between May and September - unless you live in Greenland. In that time it’s important to store your parka properly. Use a breathable sleeve and hang it up carefully so that it retains its shape. Don't forget to air it out slightly before wearing it again, so that it looks and feels its best.

Extra tip: Wool is naturally odour-resistant, so you don't need to wash it often. A simple gust of fresh air or a trip to the dry cleaners for stains is all it takes to keep your parka in perfect condition season after season.

If you went for the pure wool version, you won't be too surprised to learn that this requires a trip to your local dry cleaners, should you need to give it a wash. Once a year, before putting it away for the summer, we’d recommend you run it to your local expert for a freshen-up. Straightforward stuff.

If you opted for the organic cotton moleskin Parka, then you can stay put and spruce it up yourself. Simply take off the removable liner and put your parka inside out in the wash on a delicate programme at 30°C max without a spin cycle at the end. That's the long and the short of it.

To preserve all the elegance and warmth of your wool parka, it's essential to give it the right care. Unlike other materials, wool requires special care to maintain its structure and thermal comfort over several winters.

Dry-cleaning: Once a year, ideally before winter, take your wool parka to a professional dry cleaner. This will give it a thorough clean while preserving its fibre and quality. Regular care ensures that the wool remains soft, water-repellant and insulating.

Storage: you probably won't be using your Winter Parka much between May and September - unless you live in Greenland. In that time, it’s important to store your parka properly. Use a breathable sleeve and hang it up carefully so that it retains its shape. Don't forget to air it out slightly before wearing it again, so that it looks and feels its best.

Extra tip: Wool is naturally odour-resistant, so you don't need to wash it often. A simple gust of fresh air or a trip to the dry cleaners for stains is all it takes to keep your parka in perfect condition season after season.

If you went for the pure wool version, you won't be too surprised to learn that this requires a trip to your local dry cleaners, should you need to give it a wash. Once a year, before putting it away for the summer, we’d recommend you run it to your local expert for a freshen-up. Straightforward stuff.

If you opted for the organic cotton moleskin Parka, then you can stay put and spruce it up yourself. Simply take off the removable liner and put your parka inside out in the wash on a delicate programme at 30°C max without a spin cycle at the end. That's the long and the short of it.

That’s pretty much it, follow these guidelines and your Winter Parka’ll have your back for years to come. A little TLC goes a long way.

Now you’re all ready to rock the Winter Parka through the years.

We hope you’ll enjoy it. We’ll come back to you in a bit to see how it’s going.

If you have anything you’d like to share with us, good or bad - we can take it - reach out to our team on help@asphalte-paris.com or on our international Instagram Page.

Thanks for placing your trust in us, and we hope to see you again.

The Asphalte Team.