Women's Winter jackets and parkas
Warm, stylish and durable women’s winter jackets
Down or synthetic?
Our range includes winter jackets with both synthetic and down insulation. Down is still unbeaten for warmth, and it’s also a common choice for winter jackets that pack down small. A waterproof winter jacket or transitional jacket also works well when temperatures hover either side of zero. A down jacket with a thinner, packable outer fabric fits easily in your rucksack or pulk, while the heaviest models keep you warm even in extreme conditions.
Popular parkas
Parka-style women’s winter jackets are hugely popular, both on city streets and in severe cold. Their tough outer fabric takes a fair bit of wear, and the hip length helps keep your body warm. On winter trips they work well as a jacket for rest stops and camp. A winter parka is a top choice for dog enthusiasts, especially when you’re travelling with a pulk or a snowmobile.
Long women’s winter jackets
Our women’s winter jackets include long, knee-length styles. A long hem adds plenty of extra warmth, and a long coat is a stylish choice too.
A waist-length winter jacket is more practical when your winter days involve a lot of sitting down and getting up again.
Our collection also includes roomier fits, with either D-cup or plus sizing.
Camp jackets and lightweight down jackets for hiking
A down jacket with a thinner, packable outer fabric also fits in your rucksack. The lightest down jackets weigh only around 300 grams and give you more warmth than a 400-gram fleece. In the warmest winter jackets, there’s enough down to create an insulating layer several centimetres thick between your body and the outside air. These are jackets you could take on a polar expedition.
On long trips, the down in a down-filled winter jacket can lose some of its insulating ability as it absorbs moisture. If you know you’ll be wearing the jacket in cold, damp conditions with no chance to dry it out along the way, synthetic insulation is the better option.
3-in-1 jackets
A 3-in-1 jacket is a practical choice for many people. It combines a removable inner jacket with a weatherproof outer shell. You can wear them together or separately.
Bomber jackets
The bomber jacket takes its name from its origins: crews flying at high altitude once needed thick, warm clothing. Inspired by the original pilot jackets, bomber jackets are short and warm. The short hem works well when a longer one would get in the way while you’re sitting, and it’s on trend too.
Lightweight down jackets and lightweight padded jackets
Lightweight down jackets took over the market a few years ago. It’s easy to see why: warmer than a fleece and windproof too, they’re barely noticeable on hikes and walks, yet warm for their weight. Many lightweight down jackets pack down small when needed, so take one along as a jacket for breaks and camp.
A lightweight synthetic insulated jacket is the down-free alternative. Not everyone wants to support down production, even from the most responsible producers. Technically, synthetic insulation also handles moisture better than down.
Anorak – the versatile jacket of the northern peoples
The anorak is a perennial favourite. In winter, a traditional anorak goes over base and mid layers chosen to suit the weather. A winter anorak is a versatile choice with a real outdoor spirit.
Hood
A wind-blocking hood with a fur trim keeps you surprisingly warm. It cuts the wind and creates a “shield” in front of your face against the biting chill.
Ski jacket details are at home on the slopes
A ski or snowboard jacket can be insulated or uninsulated. An uninsulated one works like a shell jacket on a hike: all the warmth in your system comes from your base and mid layers. This type of winter jacket is the most popular choice for freeriding. An insulated winter jacket, on the other hand, makes it easier to avoid cold spots and is an easy choice for everyday resort skiing.
Oversize jackets
Oversize winter jackets are deliberately designed with generous insulation and a bold look. An oversize jacket turns heads and keeps you warm.
How to choose the right winter jacket
Start with how you’ll use it: an everyday jacket needs to withstand regular wear, while a jacket for breaks on a hike needs to pack down small.
- Looking for an everyday jacket, or a camp jacket for a winter trek? An everyday jacket won’t face extreme conditions but will see plenty of regular wear. A winter hiking jacket should ideally pack down small and protect you from serious cold.
- Think about how cold it will be when you wear the jacket. The lightest down or synthetic jackets are roughly equivalent to a thick fleece, while our warmest jackets will see you through a polar expedition if needed.
- Choose between down and synthetic fill. Down packs small and, properly cared for, lasts a very long time. Synthetic fibre copes better with moisture.
- Do you need a waterproof winter jacket? Around freezing and in light frost, a waterproof outer fabric is worth having. In properly cold, dry conditions, it makes little difference. Long or short winter jacket? A longer hem looks striking and adds plenty of extra protection. On the other hand, a waist-length jacket is handy when your winter days involve lots of sitting down on benches and getting up again.
Popular brands
The brands we stock include Haglöfs, Rab, Didriksons, Haglöfs, Fjällräven and Jack Wolfskin.
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