Arc’teryx unveils SYSTEM_A DROP 08: Where to get, release date, and more explored

The packable OGEE Jacket (image via @arcteryx/ instagram )
The packable OGEE Jacket (Image via Instagram/@arcteryx)

Arc'teryx has dropped its eighth collection under the fashion-forward SYSTEM_A line, DROP 08. The focus of the collection is on combining the brand's technical outdoor expertise with contemporary fashion, to create high-performance gear in streetwear-inspired design. The emphasis here is on functionality, durability, and style through standout pieces like the OGEE Jacket, the OGEE Insulated Bucket Hat, and the OGEE Insulated Tote. SYSTEM_A launches DROP 08 on January 22, 2025.


Everything you need to know about the collection's release, features, and availability can be found here

What is new in SYSTEM_A DROP 08?

Intending to balance utility and style, the specialty of SYSTEM_A DROP 08 is the is the OGEE Jacket. The creation has durable ripstop fabric and weather-resistant features. The jacket is available in two colorways: black and red, each having the Arc'teryx motif stitched on the back. This design element runs through the entire collection. Along with the jacket, there's the OGEE Insulated Bucket Hat, and the OGEE Insulated Tote.


Release Date

SYSTEM_A DROP 08 will be available from January 22, 2025, only on the Arc'teryx online website.


Where to Buy

Like most of Arc'teryx's limited fashion releases, SYSTEM_A DROP 08 will be available for purchase only on Arc'teryx's website. Customers can order directly from the brand's site. It's important to mention that these will not be on sale by third-party retailers.


Price and Availability

While specific pricing details about the cost of SYSTEM_A DROP 08 have not yet been confirmed, it is safe to expect a price range reflective of Arc'teryx’s image as a brand of quality and performance-driven apparel. Given the brand’s reputation for premium outdoor gear, prices for this collection are likely to be in the higher tier.


Core Features of the Collection

The OGEE Jacket: Constructed from ripstop fabric, the jacket is weatherproof. It is available in black and red colorways and features the Arc'teryx-stitched motif on the back of the garment as an element of the collection.

The OGEE Insulated Bucket Hat: This cold-weather bucket hat provides insulation using ripstop fabric. It is made of ripstop fabric just as the jacket, to protect from the cold without losing out on fashion.

The OGEE Insulated Tote: With a 55L capacity, the tote can carry a large amount of gear, personal belongings, or groceries. Its ergonomic straps are designed for comfort during prolonged use, and make the tote an ideal accessory for everyday use, too


Design Aesthetic and Functionality

Arc'teryx is known to cater designs that ensure endurance in the harshest of conditions. The streetwear vibes of DROP 08 is meant to blend functionality with a stylish feel. At the same time, the minimalist design of the OGEE Jacket makes it not just weatherproof as an outerwear piece but also suitable for urban environments.

Ripstop fabric used in the collection guarantees durability, which is important for outdoor excursions and daily wear. The OGEE Insulated Bucket Hat is ideal for colder climates, and at the same time has been styled in sync with latest fashion trends. The OGEE Insulated Tote brings functionality and comfort together, and has a 55L capacity without sacrificing style.


Arcteryx continues with its endeavor to serve a fusion of quality, durability and style with SYSTEM_A DROP 08. The line is being marketed as an option for outdoor wear as well as daily urban wear.

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Edited by Vinayak Chakravorty
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