Fleece jacket

Fleece is a knitted fabric of synthetic origin. Most often used when sewing outerwear. He gained immense popularity due to his soft, delicate texture, unpretentiousness in leaving, excellent heat-saving properties and affordable price.

Fleece jackets have become an integral part of men's, women's and children's wardrobes, thanks to their undeniable advantages:

1. Low specific gravity. Things on a fleece basis are very lightweight and at the same time keep the heat perfectly.
2. Good breathability. Products from fleece "breathe", with active sports, walking or jogging does not create the effect of a thermos.
3. High strength and wear resistance. Fleece jackets perfectly retain their shape and withstand significant mechanical stress.
4. Easy to care. Fleece items are easy to wash and dry quickly.
5. Elasticity.
6. Fleece retains its properties even when wet.
7. It does not cause allergic reactions.

The material has a different density. The denser the fleece, the higher its heat-insulating properties. However, with increasing density, its vapor permeability decreases. The fleece is made of hydrophobic fibers, which absorb moisture poorly, so for active physical exertion, you should not choose clothes made of dense material - sweat can accumulate under a jacket.In addition, a jacket made of very dense fleece becomes larger in volume and weight. This point must be considered when choosing a suitable model.

To improve the properties, fleece is often used in combination with other materials. For example, lycra increases the wear resistance of the product. To increase the thermal insulation properties, several layers of fleece are used, sometimes with a membrane layer.

Fleece jackets are an integral part of sports and casual wear. The existing model range can be divided into several groups, depending on seasonality.

In this case, the fleece acts as a lining material. The upper part of the jacket is covered with a membrane or other waterproof and windproof material, which protects a person from strong winds, rainfall and low temperatures. Such jackets are usually equipped with a deep hood, cuffs and pockets. Some models have additional ties on an elastic band or lacing for protection against wind.

Unlike warm winter models, these jackets are not coated on top with membrane material. They are lighter, more breathable. Some models may have detachable sleeves, so this jacket can be quickly turned into a warm vest and combined with a turtleneck or jumper.

Outwardly resembles an ordinary sweatshirt, so it goes well with casual and sportswear.

Initially, these jackets were designed as multifunctional clothing items and outwardly resembled a working robe or military equipment. Gradually, themed jackets began to gain more and more popularity, and thanks to the efforts of designers, the new models received a more modern and interesting style.

Tactical jackets, due to their versatility and practicality, are widely used in research expeditions, hiking, hunting, fishing, etc. Jackets have a huge number of pockets in which you can place the most useful and necessary things.

One of the most popular fleece jacket models. Most often, the jacket has a straight cut, the length can be different. Such a jacket may well replace a warm jacket or windbreaker.

Long models with a hood will be a great alternative to raincoats or coats. The soft, thin fleece not only perfectly keeps heat, but also smoothly fits the body, emphasizing all the advantages of the figure. Such models are recommended for women of different body types.

The lineup of these jackets is wide and varied. The hood can have a different depth and shape, the jacket itself can be plain or decorated with various decorative elements. Jackets fasten with a zipper, buttons, buttons, etc. Fleece is very stainable, which gives even more opportunities in the manufacture of modern models.

Hooded fleece jackets are used not only for sports. They are great for everyday wear and can perfectly replace the usual sweatshirts, sweatshirts and jackets.

Fleece is a very soft and elastic material that fits perfectly on any figure. Owners of magnificent forms should not deny themselves the pleasure of acquiring a wonderful, soft and warm fleece jacket. In the new season, designers offer elongated models of straight and fitted cut. Actual models with sleeves ¾ and jackets, made in a combination of several materials.The color scheme can be different: cherry, blue, beige, black, green and other colors and shades.

If a fleece jacket is purchased for use in hiking trips, expeditions, in extreme recreation, then when choosing it, you should pay attention to several points:

1. Pockets Ideally, the more the better. They can place documents, a notebook, a flashlight, matches, a penknife and other useful little things. It is desirable that in addition to the exterior, there should be at least one inside pocket.
2. High collar. It is good when the fleece jacket has a high collar fastened with a zipper. It reliably protects from wind and rainfall.
3. Hardware. It is desirable that the jacket has a two-castle zipper and a windproof strap. Then the jacket can be unfastened both from above and from below, and the strap will come in handy in inclement, windy weather.
4. The jacket should be laced on the bottom edge. This prevents heat loss and protects against blowing.
5. The size. Do not choose a jacket with a large margin in size. A jacket that is too loose in size does not hold heat well.
6. It is desirable that the jacket has a sufficiently deep hood to protect it from the cold or wind and the cuff.

Since fleece jackets are nevertheless more relevant to sportswear, you can combine them with tracksuits, sneakers and sneakers. Do not forget the rule that fleece jackets, even the thinnest ones, should not be worn on a naked body. Between the body and the jacket must be some kind of clothing. Ideally, thermal underwear.