The Patagonia Performance Better Sweater Fleece Jacket for women is best used as a stylish piece around the town or during easy physical activities. The warmth, comfort, and attractiveness provided make this a good statement piece, but the lack of technical specs, like weather-resistance, layering comfort, and breathability, make this not the best option for intense outdoor activities.
The Arc’teryx Delta LT Fleece 1/2-Zip Pullover for women is an extremely comfortable, lightweight, and breathable layer that is best used as a base or mid-layer. The breathability combined with enhanced mobility makes this a great choice for any intense activity.
The Rab Neutrino Pro Down Jacket for women is a warm and comfortable option for ladies needing a water-resistant, adjustable, and stylish jacket for the slopes or other cold weather activities. Despite not being the most breathable or lightest jacket, this is a good choice for activities in cold climates.
The Mountain Hardwear Barnsie Jacket for women is a warm, comfortable, weather-resistant, flattering, and functional option for skiers and snowboarders who want a jacket that won’t break the bank. The jacket is functional and stylish and provides the technical aspects an athlete may hope for, like a storm-oriented hood, powder skirt, and flexible fit.
The Columbia Alpine Action Omni-Heat Hooded Jacket for women is an inexpensive option that still provides a good amount of features. While it is not the most stylish or comfortable jacket on the market, it will keep you warm and dry without breaking your bank.
The KUHL Flight Fleece Jacket for women is a cozy fleece suitable for layering in cold conditions. The limited breathability makes this a less-than-optimal choice for intense aerobic activities, but the style, soft fleece, and durability make this a good option for mellow activities or wearing around town.
The Women’s Patagonia R1 Fleece Hooded Pullover was designed to be your one midlayer purchase. With the durability, functionality, and lightweight compressibility you need for the trail, along with the style and comfort for a night on the town, this jacket can do it all. A high tech fabric allows for breathability while also trapping heat, but this breathability comes at the cost of minimal wind protection. While expensive, the Patagonia quality and extreme versatility ensures you’ll never regret this purchase.
The Patagonia Women’s Better Sweater Full-Zip Hooded Jacket is more than just your average hoodie. With a classy and stylish fit and finish, pockets galore, and a surprising amount of breathability and weather resistance, this hooded fleece is the next logical evolution of the hoodie. Built like your favorite sweater, and probably more comfortable, this Patagonia Better Sweater was designed for a night on the town or casual hikes in the side country, but its limited packability makes it a poor choice for backpacking or extended wilderness stays.
The Patagonia Nano-Air Hooded Jacket for women is one of the most versatile synthetic insulated jackets on the market, praised for its comfort and breathability. The jacket can block against light precipitation but wets-out in prolonged exposure to rain or snow and doesn’t block wind very well. While the soft fabric adds to its comfort, it can also cause the jacket to break down more quickly than its counterparts. Overall, the jacket is popular among those looking to stay warm and comfortable during high intensity cold weather activities.
The Rab Microlight Alpine Down Jacket for women is a durable, versatile down jacket that pulls its weight against cold and wind. Users love its durability, flattering fit, and comfort, especially with the slightly longer back that packs in warmth, but there are mixed feelings about the stiff bill on the hood that is made to keep precipitation out of the face. Although it is not the lightest or most packable down jacket on the market, its durability, warmth, and weather-resistance can make up for the extra ounces.