Women's Clothing
Our women's clothing experts test all the top brands: Patagonia, Canada Goose, The North Face, Arc'teryx, Prana, among a host of others
Looking for the best threads for all your outdoor adventures? We've got you. Our stoked (and expert) team of women reviewers put all the top competitors through rigorous, side-by-side testing, to find the best of the best… so you don't have to. We buy the products just like you, then log countless hours running and hiking in the rain or shine, or on the yoga mat. Whether you are looking for jackets, shirts or underwear, finding the best women's outdoor clothing shouldn't be hard, which is why we are here. If you'd need it on an outdoor adventure, you've come to the right place.
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Best Rain Jackets for Women of 2022
In the market for the perfect rain jacket? We've tested over 25 models in the past 6 years to bring you this line-up of the best 11 rain jackets currently on the market...
Best Down Jacket for Women of 2022
As you venture into the mountains or around town, a good lightweight down jacket can do wonders to make your adventures more accessible, fun, and safe. With modern styles, they're still...
Best Winter Jackets for Women of 2022
Looking for the best women's winter jacket? We've researched nearly 50 and bought the top 16 to test side-by-side. We wear them no matter how bad the weather gets.
Best Ski Jackets for Women of 2022
On the hunt for a new women's ski jacket? We tested 16 top-of-the-line models to help you find the best. We skied numerous runs at Mammoth Mountain and Kirkwood in California and...
Best Insulated Jacket for Women of 2022
Need an insulated jacket? We perused over 80 of the best models and selected the creme de la creme. We promptly put the top contenders head to head in a series of performance-based...
Best Fleece Jackets for Women of 2022
Seeking a deliciously warm fleece jacket? After looking over the best options on the market, we chose 10 of the highest performers out there. We tested each side-by-side while backcountry...
Best Sports Bras of 2022
Finding the right sports bra online for your body can be difficult. That is why we have researched over 50 different styles, narrowing our selection down to the top 10 for this review.
Best Hardshell Jackets for Women of 2022
Our testers live and breathe mountains - and guide them, too. We researched over 40 women's hardshell jackets before putting the top 5 through the wringer. We hope our years of experience...
Best Softshell Jackets for Women
It can be challenging to find the best softshell because there are so many types and styles. Our reviewers have spent 10 years wearing over 40 of the best models and in this update, we...
Best Windbreaker Jacket For Women
Searching for the essential layer for just about any three-season adventure? For the last 9 years, we've tested the top women's windbreakers to bring you this season's best 15 options...
Best Running Jackets for Women of 2022
Our running experts have put 8 of this year's best running jackets to the test, pounding out the miles in the rainy Pacific Northwest
Best Running Shirts for Women
Getting ready for summer running and needing a new running shirt for all those miles you have planned? We tested 13 of the best, got into all the details, and compiled our favorites so you...
Best Running Shorts for Women of 2022
After researching over 20 pairs of women's running shorts, we purchased 12 to extensively evaluate, and are now confident we can have you ready to hit the road running with the very best...
Best Sun Protection Shirts for Women of 2022
In the market for a protective sun shirt? We took the top 17 women's sun shirts and put them through rigorous testing. From running in the high Sierra to boating in the Pacific, each was...
Best Hiking Pants for Women
To help you find your next pair of women's hiking pants, we've tested nearly 45 models over 9 years to bring you the top options. We tested them head-to-head from pants that roll-up...
Best Hiking Shorts for Women of 2022
Planning for an upcoming hike? We reviewed a handful of the year's best hiking shorts with varying inseams to determine the best in functionality, comfort, and style.
Best Rain Pants for Women of 2022
We analyzed over 30 models before purchasing the best 10 to put through extensive testing, so you don't have to. There's a saying in the Pacific Northwet: There's no such thing as bad...
Best Yoga Pants of 2022
From down dog to happy baby, our team of yogis put 13 of the best yoga pants through the wringer to determine which pairs live up to the hype.
Best Base Layer for Women
Ladies, are you seeking a new base layer top? Our latest review of women's base layers features 14 of the best models available today
Best Long Underwear for Women of 2022
Ladies, are you looking for your next long underwear bottom? After sifting through 80 different options out there, we chose 10 of the best. We wore each while battling the high seas North...
Best Travel Underwear for Women of 2022
Your bags are packed, the itinerary is set, and there's only one thing left to do: pack. But what about your undies? Do you have any that will hold up to this big adventure? We have...
Best Budget Down Jackets for Women of 2022
Want a nice down jacket that won't break the proverbial piggy bank? We're with you. Down jackets are among the best warm jackets around. Dive in with us to find the best budget down jacket...
Best Budget Fleece Jackets for Women of 2022
Ladies, are you looking for a budget fleece jacket that won't drain your wallet? We selected 9 of the market's best and most popular to test side-by-side...
Best Budget Windbreaker for Women of 2022
Searching for that final layer to keep you cozy? Over the course of 8 years, we've tested a huge range of windbreakers...
Best Hats for Women of 2022
After perusing over 100 of the best hats for women on the market, we selected 8 to test side by side. We wore each while hiking, running, paddle boarding, and lounging in the sun. We...
The Best Sunglasses for Women
Ready to don your perfect pair of shades? We researched hundreds of options before choosing the most promising 15 pairs for rigorous side-by-side testing...
Best Beanies for Women of 2022
Cold mornings mean one thing and one thing only - beanie season is here. What better way to get excited about the dropping temperatures and short days than a new hat.
Best Budget Sweatpants for Women of 2022
After extensive research, our experts purchased the 9 most promising pairs of women's sweatpants available on the market, performed an in-depth analysis, and present the pros and cons of...
Best Budget Pants for Women
Our experts researched the best women's pants and purchased the top 10 products to test using our hands-on approach. From rugged work-wear to go-anywhere pants, we have a style that has...
Best Bras
Looking for a comfortable bra that you can wear all day? We purchased and tested 11 of the market's most popular. We worked, hiked, biked, skied, and ran in each to assess...
Best Budget Underwear for Women of 2022
The range of women's underwear is as large and varied as the activities we like to do in them. Some look great in the package, but turn out to be incredibly uncomfortable, poor quality, or...
Best Jeans for Women
Are you looking for the best women's jeans? Our testers did the homework for you and put nine of the most popular jeans on the market through rigorous testing.Recent Gear Reviews in Women's Clothing
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Rain Jackets - Women's
Outdoor Research Aspire - Women's Review
Stylish and packed full of features, the OR Aspire delivers. We appreciated its high scores across the board and have chosen it as our
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Fleece Jackets - Women's
Outdoor Research Vigor Full-Zip - Women's Review
Breathable, cute, stretchy, and warm! What more can you ask for? Oh... a great price? This Best Buy Award winner is the best technical fleece we tested for the lowest price...
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Ski Jackets - Women's
Outdoor Research Carbide - Women's Review
This lightweight shell works for riding lifts and backcountry missions alike. Outdoor Research’s high-performing 3L Pertex in a bright color-blocked shell makes for a stylish, impressive...
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Ski Jackets - Women's
Arc'teryx Sentinel AR - Women's Review
We found this jacket to feel impermeable to the elements of strong wind and moisture. The burly and durable feel of this hardshell was undeniable.
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Yoga Pants
90 Degree by Reflex High Waist Powerflex Review
A simple and inexpensive option. The material looks good, and although it isn’t the most comfortable or breathable fabric, it fits well, is easy to move in, and looks good on. If you are...
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Yoga Pants
Amazon Core 10 Build Your Own Review
We were very impressed by the durability. While they are not very breathable, they hardly showed any wear through our vigorous testing.Women's Clothing Learning Center
Women's Winter Jacket Buying Guide
Whether you're looking to just survive winter or perhaps even enjoy it, selecting the right coat is the first step. Pulling on a jacket as warm and cozy as a sleeping bag makes it much...
How to Choose a Women's Ski Jacket
Ready for a new ski jacket, but bewildered by the options? This guide will help you understand key elements to consider and how to make your choice based on your own personal needs
How to Choose a Women's Rain Jacket
A rain jacket is a rain jacket, right? Not so fast. In our review of this year's top rain shells, we gathered some of the most hyped, most liked, and most trusted rain shells on the...
Find the Perfect Women's Hardshell Jacket
Hardshells are expensive, which makes choosing the right model all the more important. We spell out the important factors to consider before making your purchase decision
How to Choose a Down Jacket for Women
Warm, lightweight, and compressible, down jackets are one of our favorite pieces of outerwear. The technology is outstanding, and if care is taken, it will last you for years.
How to Choose Hiking Pants for Women
With hundreds of hiking pants available today and dozens of dream trips to various climates on your tick list, it can feel nearly impossible to find the perfect pair of hiking pants for...Ad-free. Influence-free. Powered by Testing.
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