Women who enjoy getting outside deserve durable gear that fits perfectly, which is why our women’s clothing has been tailored specifically to your body type.

Outdoor retailers have made strides toward acknowledging that women enjoy hiking and outdoor activities just as much. Still, much work remains.

Shirts

No matter where your adventure may lead you, a UPF-rated sun shirt can help prevent burns. When selecting your UPF shirt, ensure it features soft yet breathable material with articulated sleeves to reduce chafing from backpack straps or other sources of movement.

Choose clothing made of recycled polyester or organic cotton to align with Leave No Trace principles and help foster an environmentally-friendly outdoor community. This practice also supports Leave No Trace principles.

Not only should fabrics be soft and breathable, they must also dry quickly without trapping odors. Some wicking shirts such as Patagonia’s Capilene Cool Daily feature simple features that offer maximum comfort under a pack; others, like Icebreaker Abisko Cool use different materials such as Merino Wool or Tencel for increased mechanical stretch.

Pants

As your legs move, they produce heat and moisture that can become uncomfortable during exercise in cooler weather or long hikes. Pants that allow air circulation help regulate temperatures while wicking away sweat effectively – the ideal pants include nylon blends with some amount of stretch such as elastane. Stretchy options like the Prana Halle Straight Pants II or Outdoor Research Ferrosi provide additional mobility on trails or while setting up camp.

REI Co-op Trailmade, KUHL Freeflex Roll-Up and Columbia Saturday Trail Stretch pants offer thoughtful features designed to make them comfortable on the trail, such as their roll-up pant legs secured with snaps – helpful on warm days when temperatures can soar! In addition, some brands provide performance oriented extended sizes containing wider hip-to-waist ratios than regular sizes and may feature belt loops.

Jackets

Winter jackets provide essential insulation against snow, wind, ice and rain in cold climates. GearJunkie testers put women’s winter coats through rigorous tests in a range of cold-weather adventures – ski days, climbing routes and daily tasks like commuting in snowy conditions were among these adventures.

GearJunkie Senior Editor Morgan Tilton wears an insulated women’s winter coat on daily activities in Crested Butte, Colorado; before and after skiing trips; running errands; biking around town; walking the dog; shoveling her driveway/deck. Our favorite jackets have large enough hoods to fit a beanie under, providing protection from wind. Examples are Outdoor Research Coze parkas or Rab Deep Cover parkas from our selection.

Sweaters

Fashion meets function to produce some of the highest-rated women’s outdoor gear available today, making a statement about both function and fashion. As such, many fashion brands have begun creating products which combine technical fabrications with leisure features while remaining aesthetic in design.

Women’s travel sweaters designed specifically to keep up with you on any adventure can also be enjoyed as cozy evening wear by the fireside. Our selection features breathable fabrics and multifunctional designs to provide maximum comfort whether exploring cities or hiking mountain trails.

Women’s extreme outdoor performance clothing is designed to help you push yourself harder than ever. Each piece is custom fitted to meet a particular challenge – from lightweight waterproof shells for trail running to rugged protective jackets designed specifically for climbing; each item is intended to help you perform at your highest potential.

Footwear

Arc’teryx women’s outdoor apparel and footwear is designed to give you the protection, warmth, and performance required for whatever sport you pursue. Each piece of their outdoor gear has been developed specifically to address different uses cases: lightweight waterproof trail running gear for ultralight runners; rugged and protective rock climbing apparel for hardened climbers; warm durable backcountry skiing apparel – the options are limitless!

Arc’teryx shoes are constructed using waterproof/breathable fabrics such as Gore-Tex or Oboz that keep feet dry in any weather. This feature ensures comfort whether hiking, running, or working outside on hot days.