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If it feels bulky or like its getting in the way, try sizing down.
Josefina Santos. Wardrobe styling by Marion Kelly. Prop Styling by Danielle Selig at 11th House. Hair by Chika Nishiyama. Makeup by Ingeborg.
Design features like pockets, zippers, and a hood can affect your final purchase too.
Think about how youd like to feel during your workouts and how these details can add to your comfort.
Overall, whatever materials and other bells and whistles your jacket has, it should be lightweight.
Josefina Santos. Wardrobe styling by Marion Kelly. Prop Styling by Danielle Selig at 11th House. Hair by Chika Nishiyama. Makeup by Ingeborg.
If you have to pack away or layer your jacket, this is especially important.
The outerwear that came out on top are listed below.
The Alder Apparel snap up fleece is just the sort of elevated basic we love.
(Our tester, who is tall with longer arms, appreciated that the sleeves fit her.)
The Outdoor Voices MegaFleece Snap Up Hoodie is available in sizes XS to 3XL.
Additional sizes available up to 3X in a similar stylehere.
The Alder Apparel Go Far 2.0 Fleece is available in sizes XS to 6XL.
She recommended sizing up to avoid issues with length and fit.
Available in sizes XXS to XXL.
Additional sizes available up to 4X in a similar stylehere.
Available in sizes XS to XXL.
Additional sizes available up to 4X in a similar stylehere.
Both of our testers appreciated that it wasnt skin-tight, as well as its level of light insulation.
Available in sizes XS to 3XL.
And, although its made with down, its still water-resistant.
And for those whose hands get cold easily, it features thumboles in the sleeve cuffs for added coverage.
Available in sizes XS to XXL.
Additional sizes available up to 3X in a similar stylehere.
Merrell
Whisper Rain Shell
Fit and function come together seamlessly in this rain jacket from Merrell.
Available in sizes XXS to XXL.
Additional sizes available up to 3X in a similar stylehere.
She said it felt like wearing a slightly thicker long-sleeved shirt that just happened to repel water.
Available in sizes XS to 4XL.
The bottom hem hits at the waist and the fabric enables movement without feeling too stiff or too flimsy.
Josefina Santos. Wardrobe styling by Marion Kelly. Prop Styling by Danielle Selig at 11th House. Hair by Chika Nishiyama. Makeup by Ingeborg.
Josefina Santos. Wardrobe styling by Marion Kelly. Prop Styling by Danielle Selig at 11th House. Hair by Chika Nishiyama. Makeup by Ingeborg.
