Best Women's Vests
Ready for those mad-dash days when you need to get from your car into your kids’ school or go on a quick grocery store run? No? Well, the cold weather is almost here — and you’ll be ready with the warm and insulated vests detailed below. These vest brands are universally associated with quality. Here are two of our favorite vests that absolutely don't disappoint.
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Best for Ease of Care
Columbia Women’s Heavenly Water-Resistant Insulated Vest
The Columbia Vest is a standout for a number of reasons, but the number one reason it rises to the top? It’s 100% polyester and machine washable — perfect for busy moms or anyone who has about 30 minutes per week to do laundry. Its material doesn’t pill or bunch in the wash and maintains its lightweight comfort after countless trips through the washer and dryer. Bottom line, you can’t go wrong with this all-around great vest.
Why we like it:
We spent considerable time reviewing Columbia’s Vest and here are its top quality features:
- Warmth technology: The vest’s Omni-heat Reflective lining keeps you warm.
- This line is not formatted like the others.
- Pockets galore: This vest has plenty of handy pockets for keys, a wallet or maybe even a kid toy or two. You’ll find an interior security pocket, zippered hand pockets, plus comfort cuffs with thumbholes.
Comfortable fit: A hood and drop tail and long-line classic fit equals warmth even on the coldest winter days. Buy it here.
Best for Versatility
Allegra K Women’s Stand Collar Lightweight Gilet Quilted Zip Vest
You know that “stuffed” feeling when you try to wedge a too-big vest under a down coat? You won’t experience the roasted turkey feeling with this stylish added piece to your outfit. This quilted vest has a dual function: It’ll keep the nip out of the air and be lightweight enough to fit under a coat.
Why we like it:
It’s impossible not to like these cozy features of the vest:
- Comfort fit: The vest’s sleek polyester shell, liner, and padded gilet mean excellent comfort every time you wear it. Note: Choose your normal size for a slim fit and one size up for a roomier fit.
Machine washable: You can easily turn this vest inside out, wash it and tumble dry on low — it’s an easy-to-maintain garment.
The Allegra K Women’s Stand Collar Lightweight Gilet Quilted Zip Vest earns our nod because of its versatile nature. You can literally wear it anywhere — at home, out for a quick lunch with friends — and no one will bat an eye if you wear it to work. You can throw it over any number of colors and shirt styles for a look that can also change from week to week. You can also stand the collar up or fold it down, depending on what look you’re going for.
You’ll like the durability and versatility of our top choice — whether you lounge on the couch or wear it to the movies, we think you’ll like it, too. Get it today.
