As we dive into the change of seasons and colder temperatures, I’m reminded that I’m happy to live in a place that doesn’t have extreme temperatures. But that doesn’t mean I stay away from cold weather in winter, so I always need to evaluate my winter gear a few months before I need it.
One thing I felt I needed this year is a warm, yet waterproof coat. I have ski jackets, but I wanted something that has better coverage for non-ski activities. The coat I’ve been using is the Patagonia Women’s Jackson Glacier Parka.
The parka’s shell is made of waterproof/breathable/wind-resistant H2No Performance Standard 2-layer polyester plain weave (that’s 100% recycled). It’s insulated with 700-fill 100% recycled down, which consists of duck and goose down reclaimed from down products. The hood and cuffs are also insulated, so you can maintain a cozy cocoon.
The regular fit of the parka lets you layer underneath as you choose, and a two-way, water-resistant zipper helps you maintain your barrier with the weather. I’ve work mine with two base-layer merino wool shirts, and the parka slides right over the top without any fir challenges.
Two extremely roomy, zippered handwarmer pockets are lined with soft-brushed tricot for added warmth—and there’s also a media-compatible internal zippered pocket, as well.
The parks is made in a Fair Trade Certified factory, which provides workers with tangible benefits that improve their lives. Through Patagonia’s partnership with Fair Trade USA, the brand has been making Fair Trade clothing since 2014. To date, Patagonia’s Fair Trade program has impacted more than 85,000 workers around the world.
The Women’s Jackson Glacier Parka comes in basin green, dulse mauve, smolder blue, and black, and lists for $499 on the Patagonia site.
