Best For Running
Lululemon
Down For It All Jacket, £198
Designed specifically for running, the slim fit won’t slow you down, but the zoned insulation will ensure you stay warm, with stretchy fleece panels to allow your upper body to move freely. Buy it.
Best For Wild Swimming
Cape Cove
Cove Padded Showerproof Changing Coat, £259
This padded coat from Cape Cove with a micro fleece lining, makes it perfect for pre- and post-swim protection, keeping you toasty warm. With recycled poppers for cold fingers, a waterproof outer layer and plenty of pockets for all your kit (and your thermos), it’s the perfect winter wild swimming accessory. Buy it.
Best For Cycling
Rapha
Women’s Classic Winter Jacket, £300
Experts in their lane, Rapha’s high-tech women’s winter cycling jacket has high visibility reflective panelling, three layers of wind and waterproof Goretex fabric, and storm cuffs to seal neatly around gloves. There are plenty of pockets for on-the-road fuel, plus adjustable toggles to ensure the perfect fit. Buy it.
Best For Skiing
Winternational
Goldbergh Bombardino Down Ski Jacket in gold, £589
Winternational is the online destination for women's designer skiwear where you can kit yourself from head to toe with stylish helmets, yes there is such a thing, to beautiful ski jackets and ski suits, fitted ski pants, base layers and ski accessories. Goldbergh is a popular brand among Winternational's clientele and this bomber style ski jacket is sure to draw attention on the slopes. The shiny outer fabric catches the light beautifully, a high neck and integrated hood to ensure you keep toasty warm, plus pockets in all the right places for ski passes, wallets and so on, not forgetting the signature Goldbergh star on the hood too. Buy it.
Best For Snowboarding
Perfect Moment
PM Star Polar Flare Jacket, £480
With a slightly cropped fit and flared sleeve, Perfect Moment’s chic skiwear comes in a range of eye-catching prints, paired with the latest fabric technology to keep you dry and warm on the slopes. The combination of eco insulation with breathable, yet waterproof outer ensures a comfortable all-day wear, with well thought out pockets for goggles and passes. Buy it.
Best For Riding
Holland Cooper
Charlbury Quilted Jacket, £189
Timeless British womenswear brand Holland Cooper specialises in chic country attire for a range of pursuits. Naturally, that includes an equestrian collection, featuring their cosy quilted Charlbury jacket. The smart navy quilting is paired with a chestnut faux leather trim and stirrup trim on the pockets. The high-collar ensures a cosy fit – perfect for morning hacks. Buy it.
Best For After-Class
Sweaty Betty
Cocoon Down Wrap Short Jacket, now £177
Heading out to an evening workout classes can feel like an expedition in itself. Sweaty Betty’s cocooning wrap jacket is just the thing to bundle you up en route. With a generous hood, responsibly sourced down filler and waterproof outer, it has a drawstring hem to keep out even the harshest chill. Buy it.
Best For Dog Walks
Finisterre
Vellus Waterproof Parka, £395
An investment piece which, if worn daily through the winter months, will soon cost pence per wear. Whether you’re in the woods or on the beach with your four-legged friend, this high-performing, waterproof parka has a vegan, down-free insulated core, with GRS certified polyester/organic cotton shell, engineered for breathability and warmth. Thanks to its cosy sherpa-lined hood and deep pockets for toasty mitts, it will see you through the season and beyond. Buy it.
By Lydia Mansi
Updated October 2023
