Is an anorak a mac?

Short answer: not quite. An anorak and a mac are both rain-ready outerwear, but they aren’t the same jacket. Think of them as cousins—related by purpose, different in build and vibe. Here’s how to tell them apart (and how to choose the right one for your team, brand, or campus crew).

Anorak vs. Mac: What’s the difference?

Silhouette & closure

• Anorak: Typically a pullover with a half-zip (or no front zip), a fixed hood, and a roomy kangaroo or front pouch pocket. It’s made to move—great for commutes, sidelines, and light hikes.

• Mac (Mackintosh): Usually a full-zip or button-front overcoat with a cleaner, dressier profile. Traditionally unlined or lightly lined, with a collar and optional hood (often detachable).

Function & feel

• Anorak: Sporty, streamlined, and practical. Many are water-resistant or showerproof with drawcords at the hood/hem to seal out wind.

• Mac: Classic raincoat energy—sleek and polished. It pairs over office wear and uniforms when you want weather protection without losing that corporate-smart look.

Styling & use case

• Choose an anorak when you need agility: school orgs, field teams, outdoor crews, riders, or brand staff who are constantly on the move.

• Choose a mac when you want that crisp, semi-formal finish for client calls, hotel/concierge teams, or corporate events.

So…which one’s right for you?

Ask two quick questions:

1. How will it be worn? If your people bend, lift, walk between venues, or work outdoors, an anorak’s pullover cut and hood-forward design shine.

2. What’s the brand mood? Sporty and dynamic favors anorak. Minimal and executive points to mac. (Tip: many clients keep both—macs for dress days, anoraks for action days.)

What about waterproofing?

Here’s the reality check: “Waterproof” and “water-resistant” aren’t interchangeable.

• Water-resistant/showerproof anoraks shrug off drizzle and quick downpours—perfect for the tropics where weather shifts fast.

• Waterproof pieces add seam sealing and higher-spec fabrics for sustained rain.

When we build custom anoraks, we match the fabric and finish to your real-world use—balancing breathability (so your team stays comfy) and protection (so they stay dry).

Brand-ready details that matter

Whether you’re leaning mac or anorak, small choices create a big, consistent brand story:

• Embroidery that lasts – Your logo stays crisp through routine washes.

• Prints that don’t fade – Graphics remain vibrant for seasons, not weeks.

• Pocket logic – Media pockets, hidden zips, or a front pouch for quick access.

• Adjustability – Elastic cuffs, drawcord hems, and toggled hoods for a just-right fit.

• Color blocking & panels – Turn your palette into a statement that reads “team” from across the room.

Why teams love personalized anoraks

They’re the Swiss-army layer: light enough for humid days, easy to throw over uniforms, and photo-ready for events. For school orgs, delivery fleets, café crews, esports teams—even festival staff—personalized anorak jackets deliver that on-brand, all-weather edge.

Ready to kit out your group? Explore our collection of personalized anorak jackets.

The Craft Clothing way

At Craft Clothing, we’re artisans first. We obsess over fabric handfeel, stitch density, and logo execution because your brand deserves pieces that look good now and still look good after countless wears. Our Manila-based team handles scale without losing the handcrafted attention to detail our clients come back for.

What you can expect:

• Guided design – Share your idea; we’ll craft a digital mockup so you can see the vision before production.

• Smart material matching – From airy, water-resistant shells for humid days to sturdier weaves for frequent fieldwork.

• Consistent sizing for teams – Inclusive runs that keep everyone comfortable and confident.

• Clean finishing – Strong seams, neat edges, and hardware that works every time.

Anorak or mac—why not both?

You don’t have to choose forever. Many clients build a simple outerwear system: a sharp mac for formal shifts and a branded anorak for on-the-go days. Either way, we’ll make sure your pieces carry your story—clearly, consistently, and for a long time.

Let’s start creating. Tell us your vision and we’ll help turn it into outerwear your team will actually love to wear—rain or shine. Explore personalized anorak jackets to get started.