Wearing a jacket is a necessity when it’s cold out, but let’s be real: Sometimes, it makes the outfit. Today’s best windbreakers will protect you from the elements but are also cute—and the loud, shiny fabric and retro color combinations of yesteryear are totally optional. (Hey, if neon is your vibe, you can still totally find ‘80s-inspired options; but if not, you’ll love the softer, more neutral palettes that brands are leaning into now.
) We tested a bunch of windbreakers from faves like Lululemon, Alo, Patagonia, and more to find ones that keep us warm when the breeze starts to bite and help us look good while doing it. Some are seriously chic, and they’ll make early morning runs or city walks on a chilly fall day much more enjoyable. Our top picks Best Overall: Lululemon Always Effortless Jacket Best Budget: The North Face Women’s TNF Easy Wind Pullover Best Oversized: Alo Vantage Nylon Ripstop Track Jacket Best for Running: Patagonia Houdini Jacket Best for Travel: Fjallraven High Coast Lite Anorak Most Stylish: FP Movement Happy Camper Pullover FAQs What is a windbreaker? The point of a windbreaker is to, well, block wind.
“Usually, they’re made with thinner materials and help reduce the wind feel, which will provide a little bit of warmth,” Kevin Lau , a product specialist at REI, tells SELF. All of the jackets on our list are protective and super lightweight—a.k.
a. easy to pack and wear. What weather is best for a windbreaker? “Windbreakers a.
