A mens bodywarmer is also a wonderfully versatile piece of clothing to have in your wardrobe. A lot of brands create practical outerwear, but here at Columbia, we’re really not kidding around when we say that we love versatile clothing. This is something anyone who owns a Columbia mens 3 in 1 jacket will know.

Our body warmers can be worn in multiple ways, layering them under or over clothes. Wear it as an inner layer under a waterproof outer shell or as outerwear over a cosy fleece or a softshell jacket. Or, on milder days, throw the vest right over your shirt to add an extra layer of warmth, while still being able to show off the fashionable sleeves underneath.

Columbia’s bodywarmer collection includes a variety of vests depending on the activity you have on your agenda and the climate you’re facing. For chilly days of running errands in the city, a quilted vest is a great companion. Throw it over your workwear and stay warm all day and night. The synthetic polyester insulation and reflective lining will keep the heat in and the cold out, while the classic quilt design will keep you in style. They’re equipped with high insulated collars to keep your neck warm along with your torso.

When you’re heading on your coldest adventures, a down vest is without a doubt the greatest option. Down is the ultimate warmth standard at the same time as it’s beautifully lightweight and packable. This means that you can easily store it or throw it into a backpack and bring it with you wherever you’re heading next. It also means that you can stay active for hours as you’re out exploring the great outdoors. Skip that heavy wool coat you’ve been lugging around and say hello to light and breezy.

Naturally, we also have technical vests packed with practicality. Going fishing? Why not check out our lightweight gilet with water repellency, small and finely tuned pockets and smart fishing features? Imagine that all the content that was formerly in your bags can fit into your vest pockets. Or maybe you’re cycling or hiking up a mountain with a ton of gear with you. Our utility gilets give you pocket after pocket to store all your items in. Zip them up and keep all your belongings safe and organised as you face that mountain.

Omni-Heat™—Columbia’s insulation technology

How do our insulated vests help you dress for success on cold winter days? Columbia’s advanced thermal-reflective technology reflects and retains your body heat, letting you stay out in the cold for as long as you’d like.

Columbia’s four reflective technologies are Omni-Heat™ Infinity, Omni-Heat™ Black Dot, Omni-Heat™ 3D and Omni-Heat™ Reflective. This technology makes use of tiny gold dots, black dots, silver reflectors and silver dots to retain body heat.

However, the greatest outdoor clothing isn’t just warm, it’s also breathable. When it comes to breathability, not all brands are created equal. That’s why our insulated vests are made of breathable fabrics with moisture-wicking. This allows outdoor lovers to stay active for hours outside, since moisture and excess heat can escape. The tech also delivers next-to-skin comfort, as it creates a pleasant air gap between the lining and your skin–Anything so that you can stay dry and warm when visiting Mother Nature.

Which gilet or bodywarmer suits you the best?

When shopping for a vest, don’t buy the first sleeveless thing you see. Columbia gilets and bodywarmers combine comfort, warmth and practical features, and they’re simply a pleasure to wear over a cosy fleece jacket or a softshell on extra cold days.

To find the perfect vest for you, use the filter function here in the store to browse through the various options. You have a wide range of colours, styles and features to choose from. Some of the popular colour shades our models are available in are blue, black, yellow, green, orange and red.

You should also think about which activity you’ll be doing in your vest. Do you need a vest for urban activities or sport activities, such as hiking, walking or fishing? What kind of weather conditions do you need it for? Do you need a vest with insulation, and if so, what level of warmth do you need?

There are also vests with different levels of water resistance. Some models provide no protection against water, while others are water resistant and can withstand a drizzle and lighter rain. For example, some of our vests are equipped with the technology Omni-Shield™. This means that while not completely waterproof, they are water and stain repellent. Omni-Shield™ vests have long-lasting and quick-drying technology which keeps liquids from being absorbed into the fabric of your outerwear. Both water and stains are repelled, which means your vest will stay drier and cleaner for longer.

Considering different features in this way will help you buy a vest that you can adventure in for years to come!

Keep discovering the many categories of mens jackets that Columbia offers:

• mens waterproof jacket
• mens parka jacket
• mens coat
• long puffer jacket mens
• lightweight puffer jacket mens
• mens quilted puffer jacket
• puffer hooded jacket mens
• mens jacket
• mens ski jackets
• mens hiking jacket
• mens walking jackets
• mens windbreaker
• mens casual jackets
• mens softshell jacket

And don’t forget to check out our womens puffer jacket collection to explore our line of insulated womens jackets.