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Photography by Jason Kim

With the coming change of seasons, your most reliable and stylish ally for braving the elements is the parka, a centerpiece of fall collections this year. Designers like Lacoste and Issey Miyake have given it a slick, futuristic makeover, leaving it perfectly weatherized for chilly autumn nights, aimless strolls through snow deserts, or any other Day After Tomorrow scenarios that may arise.

From left: Turtleneck and parka by Lacoste, price available upon request; Coat (worn around waist) by Hermes, $5,150; Fur hat by Bally, $1,295; Zip-up jacket by Victorinox, $350; Parka by Z Zegna, price available upon request; Coat (worn around waist) by Hermes, $5,600; Knit cap, $275, and mittens, $1,295, by Bally; Turtleneck, $4,295, and hat, $1,295, by Bally; Parka byIssey Miyake, $1,475; Coat (worn around waist)byHermes, $5,600