The North Face reversible Pertex Nuptse: glossy baffles and smooth blue, at USD430
A brand-collaboration feature presents two surfaces with 700-fill recycled waterfowl down and recycled nylon, explaining fabric placement, zips and adjustment.
Can reversing one insulated jacket genuinely change a look? The North Face introduces its Pertex Nuptse Reversible Jacket in this brand-collaboration feature, contrasting black-and-blue glossy horizontal baffles with a smoother, muted-blue reverse. The US official price is USD430 for style NF0A8HYS, with colour options including TNF Blue/TNF Black. Beyond reversibility, the interest lies in how familiar Nuptse volume takes on different surfaces and branding.
One side retains large baffles; the other lets blue form a continuous surface
The first side in the campaign retains black shoulders and a blue body, with horizontal sections emphasised by reflected light and white chest embroidery supplying a focus. The reverse uses smoother blue fabric and tonal embroidery, reducing the prominence of seams and colour contrast. The two appearances reorganise the same loft through surface treatment.
White embroidery creates a focus on the black shoulder and chest.The reverse presents a smoother blue surface.
A relaxed fit, stand collar and shorter body give the upper half volume, with the hem marking a transition above straight trousers. Gloss emphasises the baffles, while the quieter surface lets trousers, shoes or inner layers enter the composition. Reversing changes appearance and fabric contact; it does not establish two different warmth ratings.
A close view brings gloss, baffles and sleeve lettering together.
Where do official 700-fill and Pertex specifications apply?
The main insulation is officially listed as 700-fill recycled waterfowl down, without restricting that description to goose down; overlays use additional synthetic insulation. The outer body is 38 g/m² Pertex Quantum recycled nylon, while the reverse body is 39 g/m² recycled nylon. Both have non-PFC durable water-repellent treatments. Fabric names need to be read with their locations rather than reducing both sides to one specification.
Tonal embroidery lowers the reverse side’s branding contrast.
Fill power describes down loft rather than the lowest temperature a wearer can tolerate. Pertex and water-repellent finishing introduce wind- and splash-oriented properties, without making the entire garment a raincoat-level waterproof construction. Extended rain exposure calls for a separate assessment of needs. This is a reading of product specifications, rather than an outdoor test performed by this publication.
Reversible zips, shoulders and hem shape everyday use
A reversible VISLON centre zip operates from either surface. Hand pockets have reverse-coil zips, while articulated sleeves and a lack of shoulder seams address movement and backpack contact. Elastic cuffs and two-point hem adjustment provide control beyond the jacket’s natural fullness. Consider closing the collar, placing hands in pockets and carrying a pack when assessing the design.
A rear close-up continues tonal identification and smooth fabric.
The North Face’s official style page lists XS–XXL and the full composition, with local prices and stock requiring confirmation. The images explain switching between gloss and matte, white and tonal branding. Deciding which side works more often with existing clothing before checking size and layering helps ensure both surfaces will be used.
