WOMEN'S FLEECE
Women's Fleece Jackets at Arc'teryx
Arc'teryx's range of women's fleece jackets are designed to suit various needs and preferences. The Covert fleece jacket stands out as an iconic option, crafted from 100% recycled polyester fleece with a heathered finish reminiscent of wool. This versatile fleece jacket is ideal for women's hiking shoes, camping, and everyday adventures off the mountain.
How to Choose the Right Fleece Jacket
The Iconic Arc'teryx Fleece Jacket
Versatile, warm, and soft, the Covert fleece jackets are made from 100% recycled polyester fleece that's heathered to give it the look of wool. These are great as hiking fleeces, for warmth at camp, and for adventures off the mountain.
Women's Stretch Fleece Jackets
The Kyanite Jacket's Polartec® Power Stretch® Pro brings warmth with performance stretch for freedom on the move. Initially designed for climbers, they have evolved to perform across a range of activities and are available in jacket versions and hoodies.
Women's Lightweight Fleece
A lightweight fleece jacket – the Kyanite LT – is a fleece for spring and summer. It stretches, manages moisture, and is made with a brushed fleece fabric that's incredibly soft and comfortable.
Women's Wool Fleece
Our Tech Wool combines recycled polyester's technical performance with non-mulesed wool – known for natural warmth, softness, and odour resistance – in a comfortable, versatile fleece. Used in the versatile hooded jacket – the Lanora Full-Zip Hoody – Tech Wool is an easy choice for a range of uses.
The Lanora Full-Zip Hoody, come with a hood for added warmth and protection, while others may offer a more streamlined design.
Benefits of Fleece for Cold Weather
Fleece jackets provide excellent insulation in cold weather conditions. The synthetic fibres trap air, creating a warm barrier against the cold. Fleece retains its insulating properties even when damp, making it an excellent choice for outdoor activities.
Arc'teryx women's fleece jackets offer breathability alongside warmth, helping to regulate body temperature during exertion. This quality makes them ideal for layering in cold weather systems, allowing moisture to escape while retaining heat.
The soft texture of fleece provides comfort against the skin, making it pleasant to wear for extended periods. Additionally, fleece is lightweight relative to its warmth, allowing for unrestricted movement during outdoor pursuits.
Layering with Fleece Jackets
Fleece jackets play a crucial role in effective layering systems for outdoor activities. As a mid-layer, fleece provides insulation between a base layer and an outer jacket, trapping warm air close to the body.
For milder conditions, a fleece jacket can serve as an outer layer, offering warmth and comfort. When temperatures drop, pair a fleece jacket with a women's rain jacket or women's windbreaker for comprehensive protection against cold and wet conditions.
For maximum warmth in extreme conditions, layer your fleece under a women's puffer jacket. Complete your cold-weather ensemble with beanies for head protection, and consider women's Gore-Tex jackets for waterproof outer layers. The versatility of Arc'teryx fleece jackets allows for adaptable layering strategies to suit changing weather and activity levels.
