British designer Nigel Cabourn, creator of the legendary Everest Parka, has died

British fashion designer Nigel Cabourn has passed away at the age of 77. His death was announced on the official Nigel Cabourn brand social media pages, UNN reports.

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Cabourn is considered one of the most influential figures in the world of men's fashion. He gained international recognition for his unique approach to design, which combined elements of military, workwear, and expedition clothing.

Nigel Cabourn was born in Lincolnshire, Great Britain. He founded his first clothing label, Cricket Clothing, back in the 1960s, and in the 1980s, he relaunched the business under his own name—Nigel Cabourn.

Vintage military uniforms had a particular influence on his work. One of the main sources of inspiration for the designer was a Royal Air Force pilot's jacket, which was gifted to him by the famous British fashion designer Paul Smith. 

Cabourn gained widespread popularity for creating the Everest Parka—a model inspired by the equipment used in the 1953 British Everest expedition. This jacket became one of the symbols of his brand and defined his style for decades to come.

In addition to his design work, Cabourn was one of the world's largest collectors of vintage clothing. Over more than half a century, he amassed thousands of historical wardrobe items, military uniforms, and equipment, which often served as the foundation for new collections.

Throughout his career, the designer collaborated with many well-known brands, including Converse, Fred Perry, Umbro, Red Wing, Gloverall, Henri-Lloyd, and others.

The Nigel Cabourn brand enjoyed particularly high popularity in Japan, where up to 11 flagship stores operated at various times.

Nigel Cabourn leaves behind a legacy that significantly influenced the development of modern menswear and vintage fashion culture.