‘Perfect for outdoor walks and unpredictable weather.’
A waterproof raincoat is discounted on Amazon, just in time for the rather unsettled weather we’ve got incoming. The Outdoor Ventures Softshell Jacket was originally £57.99, but is now down to £49.29. The jacket comes in 13 different colours, with most discounted: black, black plaid, ceramic blue, china green, dark grey, dark red, green plaid, midnight blue, olive green, purple, rose purple, light khaki, and chocolate.
The jacket comes in sizes XS to 4XL. The outer fabric is treated to repel water, while the lining helps with breathability and moisture wicking. The middle layer is a waterproof membrane, and the whole jacket is designed to be ‘warm but not bulky’. The adjustable hood and high collar are made to protect from the elements, and there are two zippered pockets.
Alternatively, you can try the Water-Resistant Insulated Hooded Jacket, which costs between £99 and £144 depending on colour at Lululemon. The oversized jacket is water-resistant and insulated, and falls just above the hips.
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On the cheaper side, the Glacial Extreme Womens Long Waterproof Jacket is down to £39.99 from £129.99 at Mountain Warehouse. It comes in burgundy and navy, and is fully waterproof. The jacket has a detachable hood and several pockets.
The Amazon jacket has 4.5 stars from 2,086 reviews. One person said: “I am so impressed with this jacket. I’m a big lady and the 4XL was a perfect fit. Everything about this coat is great. The pockets, the sleeves, the zip and buttons all good quality. Waterproof seems to be good as well. It’s lightweight and windproof but also warm, but not too hot. Just make sure you read the measurements and pick the size accordingly. I would say the measurements are correct.”
Outdoor Ventures Softshell Jacket
The jacket comes in sizes XS to 4XL. The outer fabric is treated to repel water, while the lining helps with breathability and moisture wicking. The middle layer is a waterproof membrane, and the whole jacket is designed to be ‘warm but not bulky’. The adjustable hood and high collar are made to protect from the elements, and there are two zippered pockets.
Another wrote: “Really happy with this softshell jacket. It’s true to size and fits perfectly. The colour is lovely—exactly as shown. It’s waterproof, and windproof, just as described. It’s lightweight but warm, and the pockets are spacious. Perfect for outdoor walks and unpredictable weather. Definitely recommend!”
“This is perfect,” a third said. “It’s very comfortable, perfect fit, well made and exactly what I was looking for. I love the inside pockets and the zip pockets outside. My best buy of the year. It is elegant as a bonus. Thank you!”
However, a few people complained the jacket was not completely waterproof. One of them wrote: “Soaks up water like a sponge and takes ages to dry out. Caught in the rain on the school run in the afternoon and despite hanging to dry, still damp the following morning. OK for a quick shower but no way is this rated to 8000mm.”
However, another pleased shopper said: “Great quality, I wore this today while it poured down, it kept the rain off and it was 100% waterproof. It’s warm. Zip pockets help your items stay dry. The drawcord at the waist is a great touch.”
You can buy the Outdoor Ventures Softshell Jacket from Amazon. Get the Water-Resistant Insulated Hooded Jacket from Lululemon and the Glacial Extreme Womens Long Waterproof Jacket from Mountain Warehouse.
