Fleeces have had a weird character arc over the years. What started as the exclusive hiker uniform and subject to bullying if worn outside the premises of the great outdoors, the fleece has become a staple in many menswear archetypes of today.
You can find fleeces in every man’s wardrobe, from your typical finance guy sipping pints at Liverpool Street’s Broadgate to your local art director gulping a Guiness on Broadway Market. The fleece has become the everyman jacket, being repped by fashion bros and dads alike.
And Uniqlo has the best of the bunch. We picked out our favourite Uniqlo fleeces and styled them accordingly. Scroll down for our fleece fits.
The fleece-lined jacket
For the lads that don’t want to go full-fleece, a fleece-lined jacket is a good shout. This water-repellent fleece-lined jacket is ideal for transitional weather, a drizzle-proof layer that will complement your weekend get-up. Wear over a cosy long-sleeve and a pair of comfy barrel trousers.
The fleece jumper
Fleece fans will tell you that the humble garment is the MVP of layering, and this button-up iteration needs to be on your court. Get into expert layering with a Henley as a base under a flannel shirt and let both peek through your fleece jumper. An easy blue pair of jeans will keep your fit less busy on the bottom.
The crew-neck fleece
Just because you’re wearing a fleece, doesn’t mean that it needs to look like a fleece. For a more subtle, less in-your-face vibe, opt for a long-sleeved fleece top. Style under a windbreaker and a flannel to add some dimension to your outfit and tap into that autumnal mood, and pair with this jersey barrel pant for a relaxed fit.
