The Forester

The Forester. Rugged — the warmest, kindest way.

6,450 CAD

Worldwide shipping & duties included

A classic shirt jacket, rebuilt.

Canadian leather meets the gold of down — Canadian eiderdown.

Cut from Grade 1 cowhide, vegetable-tanned full-grain leather. No pigment. No surface finish. No correction. Naked leather that will mark, soften, and evolve with you.

Naturally breathable on the outside. The rarest warmth at its core.

FIT & STYLE

Regular to boxy fit
Slight drop shoulder
Shirt-style cuffs

We recommend sizing down if between sizes.

SHIPPING

Orders will ship within 10 days from the order date. You can return any item purchased on Olmsted's online store within 10 days of the delivery date. Olmsted offers Complimentary shipping and returns worldwide. Learn more about our Customer care and warranty.

CARE

Dry cleaning is recommended on the majority of our jackets. Please always refer to care labels available inside your Olmsted piece for specific cleaning instructions.

Just Ask us!

Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions or requests. We’re so excited to handcraft your unique Canadian Eiderdown piece.

Because every piece of Olmsted Outerwear is made to order, yours is well…yours! That means that it’ll be in handmade production in our Montreal atelier.

Made-to-order is the new luxury. Now’s the perfect time to request any specific adjustments you might want.

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THERMAL INDEX

LIGHT 5°C / -5°C
Light insulation for In-between weather adventures.

Our thermal index is a general guidance to help our customers choose the right product. Warmth perception may vary based on individual comfort and environmental factors.

KEY FEATURES

Lightly insulated, windproof & water repellent
Welt pockets
Slight high-low hem
Two chest pockets
Tailored cuffed sleeves
Classic shirt-style collar
Snap closure

MATERIALS

Insulation 100% Canadian Eiderdown. Sustainably harvested & collected from the nests.

Lining A 100g silky fabric woven in Como, Italy from 100% GRS Recycled Nylon (PA). Down-proof, breathable, and easy to maintain, it ensures comfort against the skin while keeping eiderdown in and moisture out.

Hardware Hidden spring snap closure.

OUTER SHELL

Shell Full-Grain Cowhide Canadian Leather

Canadian vegetable-tanned leather selected for its natural softness, flexibility, and integrity. This full-grain, Grade 1 cowhide is produced without added pigment or surface finish, leaving the leather naked and untouched. Texture, tone, and natural markings remain visible and honest.

Worked from the back of the hide, in line with traditional First Nations practices, the leather retains its original character. Nothing is corrected or concealed. Over time, it will develop a deep, lived-in patina shaped by light, movement, and wear.

Measuring approximately 1.2–1.4 mm in thickness, VM.36 offers substance without stiffness. It is traditionally used for mukluks, gloves, and artisanal pieces where suppleness and durability must coexist. The Autumn Gold tone reflects the natural depth of the hide rather than applied color.

Natural variations in texture, grain, and tone are inherent to this leather and part of its identity. Each hide is unique. Designed to age, not fade.

The Forester

Cut from Canadian vegetable-tanned full-grain leather. Worked from the back of the hide, in line with traditional First Nations practices, it retains its original character. This is naked leather in its natural integrity. Over time, it will develop a deep, lived-in patina that reflects wear, light, and movement.

The leather breathes naturally. At its core, the rarest warmth on earth — Canadian eiderdown.

An iconic shirt jacket, built on the same foundation as our well-loved Linen Shirt, slightly more rugged, with a western edge. Responsibly sourced. Made-to-order in Montréal.

The Forester is a tough, hands-on living piece — in the warmest, kindest way.