Defining Warmth for a Decade: The Story of ororo’s Classics

10 years ago, ororo sparked a new era of warmth and comfort with the launch of our very first product, our Classic Heated Jacket. What began as a simple idea to make an affordable heated jacket to help our family members stay warm quickly turned into a movement. The incredible response from our customers inspired us to expand just one year later, and we debuted our Classic Heated Vest. Fast forward to today, and these two classic heated apparel styles have become the most popular products we have ever released, and remain staples of the brand. As we celebrate ororo’s 10-year anniversary, we are taking a moment to look back at how our classic line has evolved and to honor our loyal customers who have helped shape it into what it is today.

As a brand, we have continued to innovate, to expand our product offerings, and to integrate new colors and designs into our catalogue. From day one, we made it our mission to be the most trusted and reliable heated apparel brand that brings value to our customers in their daily lives. Achieving this mission has meant listening to our customers’ feedback and adapting and improving our products continuously would be key.

Our Classic Heated Jackets and Vests have stood the test of time for many reasons, but what sticks out the most are the timeless designs, the durability of our products, and, of course, the reliable and high-performance technology we integrate into our heated apparel. As we celebrate our 10-year anniversary, we reached out to some of our first customers and were thrilled to learn that many are still using their original ororo products almost a decade later. It’s a true testament to the quality our brand strives for!

Warm Words from Our Earliest Customers 

These jackets still keep them warm, and their stories warm our hearts.

“I purchased my first ororo jacket in June of 2017. I had just gotten a new job in a warehouse and I knew I would never survive the winter without some serious protection from cold. I found ororo and it changed my life! I still have that first jacket and have also purchased hoodies and my husband bought a vest. My coworkers always see the light on my jacket and ask me about it, and I always pass on the info about ororo and highly recommend their products. I <3 ororo!”

“My first jacket was purchased in October of 2018! It was all I could ask for in the Chicagoland fall and winter. Made my second purchase in February of 2021 for full zip fleece so I could use it more often than being outside. Since then, we have purchased 2 zip up hoodies for our teenagers and so many friends have now purchased based on our praise of these jackets. I love all the new items available and will continue to promote and purchase! I'm a lifer!”

“This was by far THE best purchase I’ve made in years!! We bought them during the pandemic but still wear them today! We even wore them to Alaska this year!”

Evolution of ororo’s Classic Heated Apparel

At ororo, we believe the best designs are the ones that evolve with you. Over the years, our classic heated jackets and vests have seen multiple updates, continuing to be one step closer to your perfect heated layer. Here are just a few ways our classics have evolved in the past decade:

• Refined branding and logo details for a clean, modern look
• Improved sizing and fit based on real customer feedback
• Enhanced heating zones with optimized placement and coverage
• Upgraded textiles and insulation for  long-lasting warmth without the weight and bulk
• The addition of heated accessories across scarves, gloves, socks, and more.
• Better performing and longer-lasting batteries that are smaller and lighter in weight

A New Look for Our Classic Heated Apparel

As a tribute to where it all began, we are celebrating ten years of innovation with a limited-edition ororo 10-Year Anniversary Classic Heated Vest, Jacket, and Scarf for you to enjoy. These limited-edition items embody the growth ororo has achieved as a brand, but also all of the valuable feedback our customers have provided over the years.

These anniversary editions blend our customers’ favorite apparel features with celebratory limited-edition designs - a perfect balance of nostalgia and modern look. Available in both men’s and women’s styles, you can find them now on our website, with prices starting at $89.99.

10 Year Anniversary Limited Edition Women's & Men’s 4-Zone Classic Heated Jacket 

The Women’s & Men’s 4-Zone Classic Heated Jacket includes customer-trusted features across four heating zones, a water and wind-resistant shell, up to 10 hours of warmth, and a sleek design, all paired with ororo’s limited-edition gold front zipper and custom “10 YEARS” anniversary logo on the power button. This jacket is available in the color Black.

10 Year Anniversary Limited Edition Women’s & Men's 4-Zone Classic Heated Vest

The Women’s & Men’s 4-Zone Classic Heated Vest features four heating zones, a water and wind-resistant shell, up to 10 hours of warmth, and a classic design, all paired with ororo’s custom “10 YEARS” anniversary logo on the power button. Available in the color Black, this customer-favorite apparel piece is sure to keep you toasty for years to come. 

10 Year Anniversary Limited Edition Unisex Heated Scarf 2.0 

The limited-edition Unisex Heated Scarf 2.0 includes customer-favorite features, including a large heating zone for the neck, ultra-soft fleece lining, 3M™ Thinsulate™ Insulation, and up to 12 hours of warmth, all paired with ororo’s limited-edition “10 YEARS” anniversary logo on the power button. This scarf is one-size-fits-all and is available in colors Black or Gray.

Ten years ago, we set out to redefine how people experience warmth, and we are just getting started. The evolution of our classic heated apparel is only the beginning of what’s ahead for ororo. With every stitch, every update, and every spark of innovation, we’re building the future of heated comfort — and we can’t wait to share it with you.

Thank you to all of our incredible customers for your loyalty, valuable feedback, and, of course, for helping create a welcoming Toasty community that continues to grow year after year. We could not have achieved what we have over the past decade without you all. Celebrate with us throughout this month and take advantage of special savings, gifts, and, of course, limited-edition products you are sure to love. Thank you again, and we are looking forward to continuing to keep you toasty for years to come!