When it comes to hiking jackets, especially mid layers, one fabric rules supreme: fleece. First developed in the late 1970s, this synthetic fabric was lighter and softer than wool. It's also much ...

As autumn starts to settle in and the temperatures drop, it's time to layer up and embrace the warmth of the best fleece jackets. These versatile garments are like a warm hug on chilly mornings – ...

You have several good options, Kathy. And they ll all look better than that boxy old REI piece! L.L. Bean, for example, sells a very nice Polartec piece called the Chromaloft Fleece Jacket ($79; ...

Polartec powers open-source Houdini fleece jacket Swedish sportswear brand Houdini has teamed up with fabric maker Polartec on Project Mono Air, an open-source initiative where all the work behind ...

One of the most versatile pieces to have in your closet is a fleece jacket. They keep you warm, are easy to layer, and are soft to the touch. Wear them under your shell when hitting the slopes or ...