Fleece Season Is Here & We Couldn’t Be Happier About It

It’s hard to pinpoint exactly when fleeces came into mainstream fashion, but we’re thankful they did. Once the go-to jacket of choice for mountaineers, geography teachers and crunchy mums (the ones that would send their kids to school with peanut butter sandwiches and cereal bars), the humble fleece is now a firm fixture amongst the fashion crowd.

There’s a chance we have the Gorpcore trend to thank for this resurgence, but to be honest, the appeal of the fleece extends far beyond techwear. If the fleece was meant to be restricted to the mountains, would Kim K have released a cosy SKIMS range? Would Hailey Bieber be rocking one on her post-pilates coffee run? We think not.

The fact is the nature of the fleece makes it every bit as fun now as it is functional. Sure, it has the practicality factor - fleece absorbs less water than wool and is quicker to dry, and it also helps to trap heat and keep you warm - but fleeces also just look better these days. Take these three fleece jackets from adidas for example, as we think they’re some of the most stylish winter warmers around right now.

We love a cosy half-zip at The Sole Supplier. There’s just something about the style that feels a little more snug than its full-zipped counterpart, and when it comes to staying warm right now we’ll take every advantage we can get. This one’s available in black or beige, and features classic Trefoil branding at the chest and 3-Stripe taping along the arms. It also has the added bonus of being made from recycled materials, so you can look good and do good at the same time.

Next up, this little retro-style number proves that fleeces don’t have to look outdoorsy. Made from soft polar fleece, it comes in a flattering cropped fit and features cute embroidery on the back and chest, with a quarter zip and mock neck adding an extra stylish touch. Designed to fit a little loose, the adjustable hem allows you to style it in a way that suits you - proof that there’s a fleece out there for everyone.

Finally, it wouldn’t be a fleece edit without a Gorpy buy in the mix. If you are looking to venture out into the great outdoors, the adidas Terrex x and wander collection was made for you. One of our favourite pieces from the 3-Stripes collection with the Japanese outdoor brand is the fleece jacket, which features a load of practical touches such as 3M detailing, open ventilation and multiple pockets.

Which fleece are you picking? Hit the links to secure your size, or head over to adidas to check out the rest of the range.