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TNF Combos for All Sorts of Weather

Some mornings it’s difficult to choose a jacket for the day. It may be cold and rainy at the moment but the forecast calls for unseasonably warm temperatures by midafternoon. So what do we pick? Thankfully, we’ve got a good selection of The North Face outerwear in our closet, so we opt for a waterproof shell and a lightweight fleece jacket, and we’re set for the day. The combination of the two will keep us warm and dry in the morning, and when the weather warms up, the fleece will be the perfect jacket for the afternoon. Learning to layer outerwear pieces can multiple our options when we’re preparing for all sorts of weather.

Shells

Let’s start with shells. They’re usually designed using lightweight man-made fibers to keep out wind and rain. Not all shells are waterproof. Some are water resistant, using a DWR, Durable Water Repellent finish. A well-made shell will also have sealed seams and a front zipper with a storm flap. The North Face Women's Antora Jacket checks all the boxes. Its DryVent 2L fabric is windproof and waterproof, hooded, has a breathable mesh lining, zippered hand pockets, stormflap, elastic bound cuffs, a drop-tail hem in the back and is made with all recycled materials.

Fleeces

For days that are wet and cold, we add a fleece to the shell. The fleece creates a cushion of warm air around our arms and core that is protected from wind and rain by the shell. The North Face Men's Front Range Fleece Jacket is made with 100% recycled polyester fleece (good for the planet!). The three-piece raglan sleeves and dropped shoulders assure a comfortable fit. The full-length front zipper can be adjusted up or down for warmth or to cool down. It also has zippered pockets for safekeeping whatever you need to carry and a stand collar that adds warmth and style points!

Vests

If we’re hiking or working outdoors, vests can be a good choice. They keep the core warm and allow the free movement of our arms. The North Face Men's Apex Bionic 3 Vest is lightweight and offers core warmth with its WindWall fabric plus a DWR, Durable Water Repellent finish. Made of 96% recycled polyester, it also has a touch of elastane that builds in stretch and flexibility. It has zippered chest and deep hand pockets to keep your EDCs safe. And the Apex Bionic 3 has the trim good looks for a day at the office and toughness for work or play outdoors. 

Insulated Jackets

Insulated jackets are made for cold and inclement weather. Look for a nylon shell with a DWR (Durable Water Repellent) or a waterproof finish plus down or down-like insulation for warmth. The North Face Men's Aconcagua 3 Jacket is lightweight and warm without being bulky. The jacket is insulated with a toasty 50/50 blend of 600 fill recycled waterfowl down and recycled polyester. Plus the DWR water-repellent finish helps keep you dry when caught out in wintry weather. The handwarmer pockets are zipped, and the sleeves have elastic at the cuffs. The Aconcagua 3 is a favorite for layering with a hoodie.

So what’s in your closet? With a few well-chosen outerwear pieces you’ll be ready for just about any weather that Mother Nature sends your way.