It was an unreleased soft-shell jacket from a big-name brand. Brand-spankin’ new—so new, that the jacket’s color wasn’t even finalized, the PR rep told me.

Columbia Platinum Peak™ II 3L Shell Pants Size Tested: Large Color: Canteen Materials: Shell: 100% Recycled Polyester 3L Stretch Lining: 100% polyester abrasion-resistent brushed tricot Waterproofing: ...