Reddit mentions: The best active & performance outwear for women

Where: Japan & Korea

Duration: 3 weeks

Weather: Warm to hot; moderately humid; rainy

Travel clothing (mode of travel): This on the plane.

Luggage: eBags Mother Lode roller bag and backpack

What you actually packed:
  Here are some drafts of items & combinations I considered: 1, 2.

  I ended up bringing:

• 7 tops: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, white t-shirt, black t-shirt
  
• 4 bottoms: skirt, skirt, pants, capris
  
• 3 layers: white jacket, warm sweater, cardigan
  
• 2 shoes: sandals, sneakers
  
• underthings: 3 bralettes, 8 undies, 6 socks, PJ pants, 2 PJ tops
  
  Did you wear everything?
  
    All the clothes. I didn't quite need as many underwear & socks, but better safe than sorry in that area.
  
  Anything you wished you had left or brought along?
  
  Left: n/a
  
  
  Brought along: nothing clothes related, and nothing I could realistically have predicted. I planned what to pack over the course of almost 2 months, though.
  
  Did you pick up anything while traveling?
  
  
• Cotton kimono/yukata for lounging
  
• Short sleeve grey cardigan
  
• Glitter rain ankle boots
  
• Adorable socks
  
  Advice to other travelers?
  
  It's all about the planning. I plan all my outfits ahead of time, and often try them on before I pack the items if it's something I've never worn together before.
  For this trip, I was super extra planny b/c it was going to be for such a long time, in a place where I didn't speak the language or likely fit in any of their clothes. I researched easily available toiletries, and learned that I wouldn't be able to easily find antiperspirant, but sunblock was everywhere.
  I also researched how to handle 22 hours of traveling, and was glad I did! Neck pillow + eye mask + noise cancelling headphones + benadril = actually sleeping on a plane.

If you already have plenty of layers to keep you warm to 30, you may just need a good all purpose hard shell or soft shell? For winter commuting, I actually prefer a helmet compatible hood. I also try to be frugal with my commuting setup and prefer it to be all purpose gear.


My setup is 3 main pieces - a fleece, a mid weight synthetic coat, and a soft shell. I can generally mix and match down to stay comfortable below into the teens. I’ve slowly upgraded into nice technical versions, but started out with all cheap stuff from steepandcheap.com. I like this setup since it’s the same for hiking, biking, climbing, and compatibility with ski setup. Over the long run, my Arc Terxy year has lasted well and proven to be a frugal choice despite the seemingly high cost even on clearance, and you can slowly upgrade since it’s system of layers.


Fleece - any will do. I have a 10 year old Patagonia R2 that I use for every sport.


Mid weight synthetic jacket - I have the men’s version of Arc Teryx Atom jacket. This doubles as a plain casual coat for work. I’ve had mine for 6+ years and it still going strong.


Softshell - over the years I’ve got a couple shells. Mostly I rely on an Arc Terxy Hooded sofshell. The make great helmet compatible hood, so you don’t loose vision or comfort. I don’t lie wearing hats on the way to work so this keeps my ears warm. I first had the Squamish and eventually upgraded to something a little more heavy duty when it was on clearance. The Squamish and Atom are the two most versatile jackets I’ve ever owned. I still pull out the Squamish year round and the Atom even sees summer use in the mountains.


https://www.patagonia.com/product/mens-r2-regulator-fleece-jacket/25139.html?dwvar_25139_color=BALB&cgid=mens-fleece-technical


Arc'teryx Atom LT Jacket Women's (Crimson, Medium) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0788VXVYG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_91WWDb12MVYHC

https://www.arcteryx.com/us/en/shop/mens/squamish-hoody

https://arcteryx.com/us/en/shop/mens/solano-hoody

I've been looking for an insulated, water-resistant jacket, but nothing fit my 5'2", narrow-shouldered frame right. Then I found the Arc'teryx Sylva, and for 35% off in my size. It has an oddly narrow shoulder and tight chest, slightly short length, and high waistline that other reviewers complain about--which means it's effectively made for me. (It's also not super duper insulated, but I'm in Seattle, not Chicago.) Other than getting the sleeves hemmed, I'm set for winter.

I also picked up the Anemone bra others recommended here, and sure enough it's a great fit for me!

A week of taking online chances and winning.

Shoes: Cole Haan Zerogrand oxfords. Solid sole to walk in rain; comfortable enough to walk all day and even do a teeny bit of hiking; fancy enough that I can wear them with a dress or slacks to a dressy bistro.

Handbag: Rough & Tumble hobo pack. I personally like the lambskin leather because it looks nicer, but I'm hoping they bring back the beeswax linen for weight reasons. Tons of pockets; secure ziptop; can be worn over the shoulder, cross body, or as a backpack; lambskin version looks nice enough that I don't mind bringing it to fancy restaurants.

Clothes: not multifunctional, but I really really like my North Face Apex Bionic jacket in ikat print. Fashionable pattern makes it less technical looking; windproof which makes it very warm given its weight; waterproof; zip pockets.

I've never bought Uggs, but I can tell you that my North Face Fleece was worth every penny when I lived in Alaska. It withstood up to -20 without another jacket.

Edit: I got this one on sale for $45 at a local outfitter in Fairbanks, Alaska. It was super worth the money. As far as footwear goes, it's pretty impossible to find anything that keeps your feet warm past -30.

I had a fun work scholarship in college. I got to clean out the cages of rats bred for obesity. They were the most adorable rats I'd ever seen and I liked to cuddle them.

Thanks for the contest!

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This jacket is pretty! Not sure if it links to the size and color. XL and purple.

Make sure you’re looking for “tunic” styles. There are zillions on Amazon.


NANAVA Casual Loose Fit Long Sleeves Over-Sized Tunic Sweatshirts Cabernet L/XL https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KY9NG9S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_BAXUDb2H4F7FG


TheMogan Women's Hoodie Loose Fit Pocket Tunic Sweatshirts Brown S/M https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HXZ2P15/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_XAXUDb5CM1ZCT


XUERRY Womens Casual V-Neck Long Sleeves Pocket Solid Color Sweatshirt Tunics Blouse Tops (X9009Black,XL) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L254B95/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_JBXUDbEVEMH7J

1~ http://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00CIZNVWY Love this one! I wore this one when I was nursing, love how there wasn't elastic around the sleeves.

2~ http://smile.amazon.com/dp/B006HT53OG, this one does have the elastic around cuffs.

• These Bluetooth Headphones. - Bluetooth is awesome, and you don't know what you're missing if you don't have them. And these have over the ear hooks so ear shape doesn't matter!
  
  
• This Dashcam - It is the best recomended overall at /r/Dashcam and i think everyone needs a dashcam these days. or this one, which is the recommended dual cam by the same subreddit.
  
  
• These Dumbbells - Because why have a huge rack of different weight dumbbells for working out when you can build your own from this set.
  
  
• This Jacket - Because any woman could use a heavy duty utility jacket that is cut for her to wear during yardwork, hiking, or other outdoor activities.
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• This Knifeblock - because the traditional wood ones take up a lot of counter room, are usually specific to the knives that came with them, and the knife you want is hard to locate without a few guesses.
  
  
• This Car adapter Outlet - because between the cellphones GPS units, Bluetooth adapters, and whatever else you use in your car, you know 1 (or maybe 2) USB outlets isn't enough. And you know your car has extra cup holders.
  

Fleece is a commodity item. Don't pay a premium price for this item as the material is the same and sewing fleece isn't nearly as challenging as something like a down jacket so there isn't much to gain in terms of quality here. My suggestion would be something minimal and simple like this Kirkland Signature™ Ladies’ Polartec® ¼ Zip Fleece Pullover (SMALL, Orchid) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PDZDOCI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Do5QzbMZ8R8K8

Edit: The REI fleece others suggested is perfect.

Depending on your size and colour, a Columbia windbreaker like this one can be quite cheap. I had the Arcadia for several years and loved it.

This one from Uniqlo is pretty similar and cool!

I have the North Face Venture Raincoat and I'm happy with it, but it isn't as long as those you linked nor similar in style, sorry!

Here's the area of Amazon you prolly wanna look in

Yes! Here :)

This one looks pretty similar!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00V7QX7PQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1473526383&sr=1-15&pi=SY200_QL40&th=1&psc=1

Smaller sizes fit your price range

Just outside range. Medium and up

Within range, but only available in small and large

Everything you need, I think.

Khaki's vs. Chinos, mostly just a texture and chinos look a little bit dressier. For thin jacket I meant bomber or something like this that I've seen around this sub lately.

It's Calvin Klein I may own three. Lol. And I'm originally from Chicago but indy now <3