Male Fashion Advice

Not specifically, but some people aren't going to do their research to find the best value. They know Canada Goose makes quality parkas with good hoods, and they know where they can try them on. They're often significantly warmer and lighter than products from The North Face and others. Eddie Bauer's are kind of insider information and harder to find. Uniqlo and Abercrombie make less premium products with polyfill instead of down, with fake fur hoods, etc. There are plenty of practical reasons to go for the more expensive jackets.