The North Face Ventrix Hooded Insulated Jacket – Women’s

The North Face Ventrix Hooded Insulated Jacket for women is a comfortable, versatile, multi-season jacket for all kinds of mountain activities. The unique ventilation system dumps heat while you’re working and seals up to hold heat in when you stop. This jacket can be worn on its own in warm and moderately cold weather, and fits easily under or over other layers as needed. Zip pockets hold your valuables, so you can head straight to the pub or cafe in style before or after your hike, ski, climb or walk around town.

The North Face ThermoBall Insulated Jacket – Women’s

The North Face ThermoBall Insulated Jacket for women is a fairly lightweight and warm synthetic jacket that is stylish enough to wear around town. It is best used as a mid-layer in cold temps or as a top-layer in moderate conditions. While the jacket may not breathe well enough for high intensity activities, for most other outdoor adventures, this is a good-looking and practical choice.

Outdoor Research Deviator Hooded Insulated Jacket – Women’s

The Outdoor Research Deviator Hooded Insulated Jacket for women is a light, breathable, and versatile hoody perfect for high-output activities on cold days. A favorite for winter runners, this hoody offers the comfort of a fleece with the extra insulation of a down vest to distribute heat well on cold days, and works well for layering. The sizing on this hoody is the most common complaint, but those who find a good fit love it to keep them warm for everything from rock climbing to running and skiing.

Patagonia Nano-Air Jacket – Women’s

The Patagonia Nano-Air Jacket for women is a good option as a mid-layer during cold days, and as an outer-layer over some insulation pieces during the shoulder seasons. The mobility, versatility, lightweight, and breathability make this usable in all climates, especially during fall and spring as an outer layer during light activity, or as a mid-layer in colder temperatures. The lack of extreme weather protection and adequate warmth doesn’t make this a top choice for a stand-alone jacket in the winter months.

Arc’teryx Atom LT Jacket – Women’s

The Arc’teryx Atom LT Jacket for women is a highly versatile, synthetic jacket that can stand alone in the warm months and makes for a great mid-layer in the winter. It’s slightly heavier and more expensive than comparable products, but more breathable, durable and stylish. The Atom LT continues to perform well over time and is hard to beat in terms of comfort.

Patagonia Micro Puff Hooded Insulated Jacket – Women’s

The Patagonia Micro Puff Hooded Insulated Jacket for women is designed for light and fast trips into the outdoors. It is probably the warmest synthetic jacket in this weight class but it does come with some downsides, such as shiny material that is crinkly and noisy. However, if the jacket’s unique fit is a match for your body-type, and you’re looking to go fast and light, there is likely no better synthetic jacket.

Patagonia Nano-Air Hooded Jacket – Women’s

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.

Patagonia Nano Puff Pullover Insulated Jacket – Women’s

The Patagonia Nano Puff Pullover Insulated Jacket for women is a lightweight and comfortable jacket that is best suited for walking around town or for layering under a shell in cold temperatures. The limited breathability and mobility make this not ideally suited for intense outdoor activities. However, the impressive synthetic warmth-to-weight ratio and moderate wind-resistance make this a useful product.