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13 Fleece Jackets to Buy Now & Wear Forever

Perhaps you’ve heard that winter is coming? Well, we can confirm that it is, indeed, going to take place after fall. And we just want you to be ready for the incoming cooler weather, which is why we’re highlighting one of the hottest and coziest trends of the season: fleece jackets. Whether it’s of the half-zip, full-zip or hooded sweatshirt variety, this fuzzy piece of outerwear can easily take you from barre to brunch, but the right style can definitely also be worn with a dress to work. Here, 13 of our favorite fleece jackets—including the OG Patagonia iteration that started the whole craze. 

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one by donni tri fleece pullover
Shopbop

One By Donni Tri Fleece Pullover

Looks like Neapolitan ice cream; feels like hot chocolate.

patagonia classic retro x fleece jacket
Patagonia

Patagonia Classic Retro-x Fleece Jacket

The fleece that started it all got a retro-inspired revamp and now it looks better than ever.

wild fable zip up sherpa jacket
Target

Wild Fable Zip-up Sherpa Jacket

The combo of pale gray fuzz and neon green trim makes this a comfy, oversize accent piece.

BUY IT ($32)

sandy liang camo print fleece jacket
Nordstrom

Sandy Liang Camo Print Fleece Jacket

Sandy Liang sure knows how to make a standout piece of outerwear.

ava viv long sleeve bomber jacket
Target

Ava & Viv Long Sleeve Bomber Jacket

This jacket has a bit more structure—think ribbed cuffs and an actual collar—but is just as cool and casual as the rest.

BUY IT ($49)

uo torrance floral fleece half zip sweatshirt
Urban Outfitters

Uo Torrance Floral Fleece Half-zip Sweatshirt

A sweet floral print balances out the generous shape of this layering piece.

3 1 phillip lim faux shearling drawstring jacket
Saks Fifth Avenue

3.1 Phillip Lim Faux Shearling Drawstring Jacket

Wear this cropped style with faded vintage jeans or high-waisted black trousers.

the north face campshire full zip fleece jacket
REI

The North Face Campshire Full-zip Fleece Jacket

This jacket absolutely must be worn in front of a fireplace. No excuses.

prana permafrost half zip
Prana

Prana Permafrost Half Zip

If we had to wear one thing every day until spring, it would absolutely be this lavender number.

BUY IT ($99)

penfield mattawa sherpa fleece vest
Madewell

Penfield Mattawa Sherpa Fleece Vest

Hate sleeves? No problem, there’s still a fleece for you.

everlane renew fleece full zip
Everlane

Everlane Renew Fleece Full-zip

Minimalist and made from 40 recycled plastic bottles. What more could you want?

lna lena sweater
Aritzia

Lna Lena Sweater

You were worried that we forgot about leopard print? Well, we didn’t.

anine bing sierra textured sweatshirt
Bloomingdales

Anine Bing Sierra Textured Sweatshirt

There’s something about this teal that feels so chic—like you’d want to wear this with pinstripe trousers and a T-shirt.



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Fashion Editor

From 2019-2021 Dena Silver held the role of Fashion Editor covering product recommendations, trends, and what you should be shopping this season.