What kind of women’s fleece can you shop for at Columbia?

As you may have noticed, our fleeces are divided into three main categories:

• Sherpa fleeces
• Technical fleeces
• Casual fleeces

Sherpa and technical fleeces are more hiking and outdoor oriented and are usually, but not exclusively, meant to be worn as layering items. Our lightweight fleece clothes are ideal layering pieces because they keep you warm, but not too warm. After all, you don’t want to feel too hot in the midst of a small hiking trip.

When it comes to our casual stretch fleeces, you can use them as layering items as well. But, when we designed them, we kept in mind that they might be the star of your active outfit. That’s why we offer them in multiple colours, patterns and designs.

Here's a breakdown of some of our women’s fleece options:

• Half zip fleeces: pullovers and sweatshirts
• Half snap fleece pullovers
• Crop top jackets and hoodies
• Long fleece jackets
• Shirt jackets with super fun prints
• Casual fleece gilets
• Full zip casual fleece jackets

As you can see, the possibilities are endless. You’ll love coming up with fun and comfortable outfits as you prepare to head on your next urban adventure!

How to choose the best casual and half zip fleece women love for years

We’ve put in a lot of time and effort into designing the clothes in our casual and half zip fleece women’s collection. And you should spend time deciding which fleece is the perfect one for you.

Many of us can feel overwhelmed when presented with a range of styles, colours and designs, especially if you like them all. So, we’ve prepared several tips for you to help you shop for your ideal casual or half zip women’s fleece.

First of all, what activities do you have in your calendar? Are you taking a brisk walk in the city with your friend? Going on a light bike ride with the family? Or maybe you’re wearing your light casual fleece on your way to the gym or work. Even though our casual fleeces are designed with urban activities in mind, several of them are also appropriate for hikes or even winter sports.

Second of all, pick the colour or pattern based on your style and wardrobe. Do you prefer fun, playful colour and pattern combinations? Or do you prefer a more sober, monochrome vibe? Choosing a pattern or shade that goes along with your personal style will help you enjoy your fleece for years to come.

Next up, think about the design of the piece. Do you prefer oversized clothes? Or is your ideal combo a crop topleggings and a fun pair of runners? Choose your favourite fleece item based on your style and the type of functionality you need to work with other clothes in your wardrobe.

But ultimately, it’s up to you and your preferences. Our job is to provide you with a choice of fleece hoodies, jackets, pullovers, gilets and shirts. Your only job is to make the best choice for yourself.

If you want, you can use the filtering options on your left to narrow down the choices. One of the filters is “Activity”, where you can find casual fleeces based on what you’ll be using it for. Examples of activities include urban life, walking, hiking and winter sports. With these tips, you’ll find the ideal casual fleece for you.

Keep browsing and check out our full collection of women’s fleeces for even more winter versatility.