Napapijri, a brand of VF Corp., has announced that the Skiddo Infinity, the latest version of its Skidoo jacket, can be recycled at the end of its life. The jacket uses Econyl recycled Nylon 6, from Aquafil. Napapijri invites buyers of the product to register the purchase date online, with the promise that the company will take the jacket back from them after at least two years' wear. The Skiddo Infinity is available in four colorways: blue and black for men, and white and purple for women.
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