What is the best Winter Jacket?
It's cold out there, and it seems like each day, it's only getting colder. When the leaves have all left the trees, and the fog makes it hard to see more than a few feet in front of you, what are you supposed to do? Stay inside? No. That's not going to happen. To help you venture into the great outdoors, we've put together a list of the best winter jackets for extreme cold.
The Warmest Jacket for Winter?
Whilst all of the jackets and coats on The Sporting Lodge are built to keep you warm, dry and comfortable in the cold. A great Winter jacket also has to be functional. When you're spending all day outside, you need somewhere to put your gloves, hat, and dog lead. We've picked out our top recommendations for the most comfortable, warm and waterproof winter jackets.
Barbour Heritage Liddesdale Quilt Jacket in Olive
The Barbour Heritage Liddesdale Quilt Jacket combines the traditional Barbour style with modern techniques and materials. It features the trademark Barbour diamond quilt design, with a contrasting corduroy collar and a snap closure at the front. The quilted outer layer is well insulated with weather-resistant Polyamide nylon, while the soft nylon inner lining is hard-wearing, comfortable, and warm. The jacket is lightweight and resilient while still retaining Barbour's classic look. Gracefully designed to flatter your body, this slim-fit jacket uses far less excess fabric.
Features:
- Outer: 100% Polyamide
- Inner: 100% Polyamide
- Studded Collar for Optional Hood
- Machine Washable
- Fit: Slim Tailored
- Size: XS – XXL
- Colour: Olive
Fjällräven Expedition Long Down Parka Basalt
Expedition Long Down Parka is an extra-long parka version of the classic Expedition Down Jacket from 1974. Made from recycled polyamide and padded with a combination of down and synthetic insulation (approx. 50% of each). The padding is distributed in two layers – one for down and one for synthetics – with an offset construction that delivers maximum warmth without cold spots. Just as comfortable for everyday use as for forest walks or ice fishing outings, where the roomy hood and generous length protect against cold winds. Part of Fjällräven's iconic Series, with sustainably produced materials and high reliability in freezing conditions.
- Outer fabric and lining in 100% recycled polyamide.
- Padded with high-quality ethically produced down.
- The second layer of padding is 100% recycled polyester.
- Robust, adjustable hood with characteristic details.
- Two top-loading pockets with extra openings from the sides.
- Durable, Insulating
Patagonia Isthmus Utility Jacket Ink Black
LA transitional mild-weather jacket inspired by a garment found in our archives, built of NetPlus® 100% postconsumer recycled nylon faille made from recycled fishing nets to help reduce ocean plastic pollution; with a PFC-free DWR finish (durable water repellent coating that does not contain perfluorinated chemicals). Fair Trade Certified™ sewn.
- 100% Postconsumer Recycled Nylon Faille
- PFC-Free DWR Finish
- Durable Water Repellent Coating
- Fair Trade Certified
- Size: XS – XXL
- Colour: Ink Black
Fjällräven Jacket No. 16 Dark Olive
Reversible down jacket made from G-1000 Eco in recycled Polyester and organic cotton, with polyamide lining and high-quality, insulating down padding. A robust reinforcement garment that can be worn either on top of or under a shell jacket. Gives the optimum combination of durability, warmth and practical functionality. The fixed hood protects against cold winds and can be adjusted to follow head movements. Cold hands can be warmed in the zippered side pockets, located behind two top-loaded pockets on the G-1000 side.
- Reversible down jacket in G-1000 Eco with lining in UN Blue polyamide.
- Padded with ethically-produced down of the highest quality
- It can be worn over or under a shell jacket as a reinforcement garment.
- The G-1000 side has hand pockets with top-loaded bellows pockets.
Barbour Women's Buttercup Jacket Dark Olive / Classic
The Barbour Buttercup Jacket features a hooded mid-length design for a waterproof staple through the unpredictable weather. Boasting a drawcord waist for a feminine fit, this jacket features front patch pockets for optimal storage and branding on the left pocket.
- Outer: Face: 75% Polyester, 25% Cotton, Membrane: 100% Polyurethane
- Inner: 100% Polyester
- Soft with a cotton touch
- Branding to the left pocket as worn
- Machine wash 30°C
Do Dogs Need a Jacket in The Winter?
Dogs are naturally well protected from the cold. A healthy dog with thick fur can withstand the cold. However, as temperatures get colder, it's always a good idea to make sure your friend is warm enough to be outside all day.
Barbour Monmouth Waterproof Dog Coat Olive
The Barbour Monmouth Waterproof Dog Coat boasts a lightweight design with a quick-release fastening over the back. Showcasing a harness hole for a lead attachment, this dog coat is finished with a sweet contrast collar.
- Outer:100% Polyester (Polyurethane Membrane)
- Inner:100% Cotton
- Machine wash at 30°C
- Size: XS – XL
- Colour: Olive
Which Winter Jacket To Choose
Which Winter Jacket are you going to choose to wrap up warm in this extreme cold? These are five of our top picks, but we have a vast selection of men's and women's winter jackets, and, of course, winter jackets for your dogs. So whether you are outside walking the dogs, hunting or taking a stroll down to your local restaurant for a lovely winter's evening meal, we have the coat for you.
