If I’m being honest, the race to the end of this year has felt like a long slog. And while I can’t wait for the festive break to recover and rest, it’s also made me think about what I want to change in my daily routine for the year ahead to prevent getting so burned out again. Top of my resolutions list? Spending more time outdoors. Bring on the long walks, the brisk strolls and rambles through the countryside. But if I’m going to be realistic about keeping this resolution, I need to be practical, and that means getting the right outerwear that’ll keep me dry and warm without weighing me down. Enter: the windbreaker.
I know what you’re thinking. “Windbreaker” and “fashion” don’t immediately seem to go hand-in-hand. But perusing the options online, we all stand corrected. Perhaps thanks to the lines between athletic wear and designer fashion becoming increasingly blurred, it seems that nowadays the windbreaker options are not only extensive, they are actually cool. Need convincing? Scroll on to see my top picks of the very best windbreakers.
SHOP THE BEST WINDBREAKERS:
adidas
Future Icons 3-Stripes Windbreaker
This olive green is very on trend for 2025.
ASOS DESIGN
Asos Design Premium Waterproof Rain Jacket in Stone and Black
That high collar will really help keep the wind out.
MONCLER GRENOBLE
Limosee Hooded Crinkled-Shell Jacket
Moncler is the brand status symbol outerwear.
adidas
Terrex Xperior 2.5l Light Rain.rdy Jacket
Adidas jackets always deliver on the performance front.
MONCLER GRENOBLE
Valles Hooded Gore-Tex Paclite® Jacket
This would brighten up even the gloomiest January day.
FP Movement
Happy Camper Pullover
I love this jacket’s retro vibe.
Sweaty Betty
Mission Waterproof Jacket
How cool are the sleeves?
lululemon
Always Effortless Jacket
Rains jackets are a minimalist’s dream pick.
H&M
Windproof Sports Jacket in Drymove™
I’ve heard great things about H&M’s jackets.
Another understatedly cool option from Rains.
FP Movement
Singin’ in the Rain Packable Jacket
I’m such a fan of a lightweight jacket for long walks.
FP Movement
Care Fp Like the Wind Colorblock Jacket
A Nineties-inspired dream.
ON
Weather Recycled-Shell Jacket
This burgundy colour is very on trend.
ADIDAS ORIGINALS
+ Y-3 Cropped Printed Shell Hooded Jacket
Ideal for those who like a cropped fit.
NIKE
Swift Hooded Storm-Fit Jacket
This is guaranteed to keep out the elements.
The North Face
The North Face Full Zip Running Jacket in Black
The North Face on sale? Grab it while you can.
