Moncler is the French-Italian luxury down jacket brand that has defined ski-resort luxury fashion since its revival in 2003 under Remo Ruffini. Founded in 1952 in Monestier-de-Clermont, France (the brand name is a contraction of the village name), Moncler produces premium down outerwear with a distinctive logo-prominent aesthetic. The Moncler collection is not currently at The Brands Villa. For luxury outerwear with worldwide shipping, The Brands Villa carries Balmain and Mackage jackets.
The Moncler Maya and Himalaya
The Maya is Moncler’s most widely purchased jacket — a classic zip-through puffer in Moncler’s distinctive glossy ripstop nylon with the red-white-blue patch on the arm. Retail approximately $950-$1,500. The Himalaya is the premium version — using premium 1000-fill-power down and a more technical outer shell. Retail approximately $2,500-$3,500.
Moncler Genius
Moncler Genius is the brand’s annual collaboration programme — inviting multiple designers to produce limited capsule collections under the Moncler umbrella each year. Previous Genius collaborators include Richard Quinn, Rimowa, Pierpaolo Piccioli, Hiroshi Fujiwara, and others. Moncler Genius collections are sold at moncler.com, Selfridges, and select boutiques.
Moncler Sale and Where to Buy
Moncler does not operate conventional outlet stores. Available from moncler.com, Harrods, Selfridges, Net-a-Porter, and at Moncler boutiques globally. End-of-season sales at Selfridges and Harrods include Moncler at 20-30 per cent off. Pre-owned Moncler on Vestiaire Collective.
What is Moncler known for?
Premium down outerwear with glossy ripstop nylon and prominent logo branding. Founded 1952 France, revived 2003. Maya jacket (~$950-$1,500) is the most purchased. Annual Genius collaboration programme.
Is Moncler at The Brands Villa?
Not currently. The Brands Villa carries Balmain and Mackage luxury outerwear as comparable options with worldwide duty-paid shipping.