Jackets & Outerwear

Patagonia’s Iconic Jacket Now Has a Chill New Cousin
The brand's new Light Gust mid-layer shares much in common with Patagonia's iconic Nano Puff jacket and two critical differences.

This Ultra-Packable 4-Ounce Ghost of a Shell Is the Best Insurance You Can Buy This Spring
Rab's aptly named lightweight jacket is easy to stash until you need a steady shield against wind, rain and cold.

This Iconic Waxed Jacket Is, Once Again, the Real Hero of ‘The Last of Us’
The hit series is back on TV. And with it, one very famous jacket.

This Norwegian Hunting Jacket Is Overkill in All the Right Ways
A hands-on review of the Kvinnherad Gore-Tex Parka from Norrøna, a shell anorak-parka hybrid loaded with useful features.
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This Jacket’s Innovative Fabric Has a Weatherproof Super Power that Isn’t Waxed Canvas or Gore-Tex
Stone Island created an aluminum-lined cotton poplin fabric with exceptionally lightweight insulation and weather resistance.

Levi’s Turns Its Iconic Trucker Jacket Into a More Warm-Weather-Friendly Style Staple
The legendary coat is lighter and more breathable than ever. Plus, Adidas brings streetwear to golf, USB-C-rechargeable e-bikes, and more.
By Gear Patrol

Stone Island’s Laser Camo Fabrics Are So Unique, You’ll Never See the Same One Twice
Made with a performance version of the brand's groundbreaking Raso Gommato material, this camouflage field jacket stands out big time.
By Sean Tirman

This New Outdoor Jacket’s Truly Weird Feature Could Be a Game Changer
The Goldwin Pertex Shield Air Mountaineering Jacket’s innovative right-side pocket serves a unique purpose.

Barbour’s Classic Waxed Canvas Just Showed Up Where You’d Least Expect It
The British outfitter's latest collaboration is one you never saw coming. Plus, a new Sierra Nevada pairing, retro smartwatch and more.
By Gear Patrol

Outerknown Just Dropped a Compelling Alternative to Patagonia’s Most Iconic Layer
This unique shirt/fleece hybrid is a unique new mid-layer option that kinda sits in an outerwear class by itself.
By Ben Bowers

Filson Turns One of Its Most Important Jackets into the Perfect Transition Coat
An iconic piece from the trailblazing brand gets a warm-weather makeover without sacrificing any of its legendary styling.
By Sean Tirman

Barbour’s Iconic ’80s Waxed Cotton Jacket Just Got a Wild Update
Noah and Barbour drop another bold collaboration, revamping a classic waxed cotton jacket in an essential warm weather fabric.

Wild Horses Couldn’t Drag Me from Filson’s Gorgeous New Canvas Jacket, Even If It’s Not Designed for Me
And hey, if you dig it like I do, don’t let the intended market for the Botanical Flower Barn Coat stop you from snagging one.

J.Crew’s Trademarked Jacket Looks Too Good to Retire After Winter Ends
J.Crew revamped its most iconic outerwear with a lightweight fabric fit for warm weather without changing the trademarked (literally) look.

The North Face Just Streamlined Its Most Iconic Jacket (and Made It Cheaper Too)
The brand celebrates 40 years of the Mountain Jacket with pop star flair and a new ingredient that's perfect for spring street style.

This Iconic British Motorcycle Jacket Picks Up Where Waxed Canvas Leaves Off
Thanks to a specially treated lightweight fabric, this reimagined Belstaff jacket can take the heat.

One of Barbour’s Most Unique Waxed Jackets Is Back for a Limited Time
J.Crew and Barbour brought back a perfect jacket collaboration that plays to the strengths of both brands.

You Can Stop Looking, I Already Found Spring’s Coolest Chore Coat
It's a Western take on a French workwear staple.

This Is Easily Barbour’s Most Underrated Waxed Jacket, Now Back with a Twist
The utility version of a fly fishing jacket from the 1980s combines details from Barbour's Bedale and International — and just made a rare reappearance.