Over a decade of covering-the used to be distinct fashion/urban-outdoor/travel clothing world...we've seen a gradual change...aka these formerly separate apparel lines-merge.
Fashion labels source (more) sustainable -functional textiles, outdoor apparel doubles as streetwear and travel friendly garb, and all pitch to city dwellers-because that's where most of the consumers live.
Additionally-rental services for everything from office wear to tech gear ...helps the buying public zero in on paying for everyday multi-tasking 2-3 seasons' clothing with stylish edge...eliminating wardrobes bursting with single use only pieces.
Top Jacket Pick For Women on the go...
Adidas Outdoors Urban CLIMASTORM $89 and CLIMAPROOF $149 Rain Jackets made with windproof/waterproof materials...are keepers- and real weather tough layers that (almost) does it all.
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| Except in toasty hot weather -the Urban Climastorm jacket works-and makes it ideal for traveling+everyday wear-in rain, foggy drizzle, layered under for cool temps protective in windy city streets, sailing adventures or on top of breezy mountains. Drawstring high stand-up collar-with fixed hood, FYI-Adidas logo on the sleeve, reflective pops, -not shown and side snaps convert the jacket into a cape. Nifty. Packable lightweight protection-with user friendly drop shoulder and hem-for ease of backpack-message bag wearing bike riders. Pictured in raw white. |
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| Available in wardrobe matching colors of legend ink (deep gray) and black- the Urban Climaproof version-is wind and water proof tough. We like the drape-y loose fit-that's flattering not sloppy, seam sealed banning leaks, zipped front pockets, and drop tail hem...slightly longer cut in the back good for biking...added features. NICE detail...the diagonal hem-functional design feature-with pocket zipper protected from leaks or wind-and also ease of movement when moving up/down inclines or subway stairs. Shoulder seams are placed so as to avoid bunching up when carrying a backpack...though will work equally as well with a snazzy designer label crossbody. |
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| Breathable fabric plus a soft mesh lining-eliminates any clammy potential-in windproof/waterproof fabric. PLUS-pack friendly- non bulky-weighing in at a lightweight 13.1 oz This is the kind of outer layer---that lasts for years and will get a lot of use. AVAILABLE NOW $149 Guy versions too-same price. |