Starting with fleece underwear, she explored worlds of fabric to find the best function and form for herself and friends, eventually leading to her first collection in 1993.įrom that point, Giornofelice never looked back. While dressing for the weather was important to avoid frostbite, the founder believed that didn’t mean heatstroke was the next best option. The clothing itself appeared on the market as Giornofelice grew sick of skiing in sweaty and overheated attire. Well, that may not be the reason they escaped unscathed, but it makes for a cool story and a cooler name.
Someone cries to the mountain “Save me Houdini,” calling forth the impeccable skills of the escape artist, eventually leading them to safety. Picture this: founder Lotta Giornofelice stranded in the mountains with a group, unable to find their way out of the dire situation. My only complaint is that the thing is so slick that my Chrome Industries messenger bag was slippin’ n’ slidin’ across my back during bicycle commutes if it wasn’t tightened down, but aside from that minor gripe, the Houdini is one of those staple items that every outdoor adventurer should own.We’ll be honest, the history behind the name of Houdini Clothing is a pretty cool tale. The adjustable hood is designed for full peripheral vision, which was super helpful to me as someone who also sports glasses. A zippered chest pocket makes packing the light-asa-feather jacket a breeze when traveling lightly is key. Made with 100-percent nylon ripstop fabric, the jacket is weather-resistant and super lightweight and smooth, making it easy to move around in when running, biking or during any other activities. When a week’s worth of unusually wet weather hit the Wasatch Front, the Houdini kept me dry as a dad joke during my slick and drizzly commutes. Intended as a shell for blocking out the elements during runs and other active conditions, Patagonia’s Houdini ($99) has become my go-to light jacket.
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