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Warm fleece jackets for women, for everyday wear and outdoor activities
At hessnatur, you’ll find women’s fleece jackets made from wool fleece and cotton fleece. Wool fleece made from fine merino wool keeps you warm on cold days and absorbs moisture. For milder days, there are lightweight styles made from organic cotton fleece, such as those from the ACTIVE LIGHT range.
Many fleece styles made from organic cotton & organic merino wool
Many of our women’s fleece jackets feature an outer layer made from organic cotton or organic merino wool. Here’s what these fibres have to offer:
- Organic cotton: At hessnatur, 100 per cent of our virgin-fibre cotton comes from certified organic cultivation (kbA) across the entire company – meaning it is grown without synthetic pesticides or genetic engineering. Cotton fleece feels firm yet soft to the touch, is absorbent and easy to care for.
- Organic merino wool: For most of our woollen fleece garments, we use wool from certified organic livestock farming. With a fibre diameter of less than 24 microns, it is fine and feels soft against the skin. Merino wool keeps you warm even when slightly damp and hardly absorbs odours.
- GOTS-certified items: The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) sets out criteria for cultivation, processing, the use of chemicals and working conditions – from the raw material right through to the final stitch. You can recognise GOTS-certified items by the seal on the product page
Fleece jackets, coats and waistcoats
Fleece keeps you warm on chilly summer mornings, is ideal as a between-seasons jacket in autumn, and as a warm layer under your winter coat. In the fleece collection, you’ll find:
- Jackets: Wool fleece jackets are available in regular and oversized fits, including hooded styles. The lighter fleece jackets made from organic cotton have a relaxed fit.
- Coats: Fleece coats extend beyond the hips, keeping your lower back warm too.
- Vests: A woollen fleece vest keeps your midriff warm whilst leaving your arms free – ideal for gardening or going for a walk, for example. You’ll find more styles in our range of woollen fleece clothing for women.
T-shirts, hoodies and fleece trousers
We also stock tops and trousers made from fleece:
- T-shirts and hoodies: The brushed inner surface of fleece feels soft and warm. In our range, you’ll find, for example, a T-shirt made from organic merino wool and a hoodie made from organic cotton.
- Trousers: Fleece trousers keep your legs warm whilst remaining lightweight, such as the Relaxed ACTIVE LIGHT fleece trousers made from organic cotton. You’ll find more activewear items in the Fleece Activewear range.
Cuts & Fits
Whether you like to wear your fleece jacket close-fitting or prefer a bit more room: the fit is indicated in the product name.
- Regular: a straight cut with a little room to move, ideal for layering.
- Relaxed: a loose fit with more width, comfortable for everyday wear and at home.
- Oversized: a loose cut with plenty of volume, which you can also wear over a jumper.
- With a hood: the hood keeps your head and neck warm when it gets windy.
Which fleece jacket is right for you?
The key factor is when and where you’ll be wearing the jacket most often. These scenarios will help you choose:
- Out and about on cold days: A wool fleece jacket with a hood or a wool fleece coat will keep you warm even on longer walks.
- Everyday wear and between seasons: Lighter cotton fleece jackets can be worn over a T-shirt or blouse in spring and autumn.
- Sport and exercise: Jackets, hoodies and trousers from the ACTIVE LIGHT range can be easily mixed and matched.
- At home: A loose-fitting hoodie or a crew-neck jumper is comfortable on the sofa or at your desk.
Fleece jackets go just as well with jeans, knitted jumpers and trousers as they do with leggings or fleece trousers. You can wear a woollen fleece waistcoat as part of a layered look, for example over a long-sleeved top and under a parka.
A comparison of fleece types
The table shows you which type of fleece suits your everyday life. Like cotton fleece, soft fleece clothing is usually made from organic cotton and is primarily intended for loungewear and wearing at home. The exact composition is listed on the relevant product page.
| Characteristic | Cotton fleece | Softfleece | Wollfleece |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raw material | mostly organic cotton | mostly organic cotton | Merino wool, usually organic Merino wool (kbT) |
| Heat | keeps you slightly less warm than woollen fleece | soft and cosy for indoors | warmer than cotton fleece |
| Care | usually machine washable | See the care label | It’s often enough just to air it out; otherwise, it’s usually best to hand wash it |
| Ideal for | Everyday Life & Transition | Loungewear & Home | Colder days & the outdoors |
Standards and working conditions
We have been committed to fashion made from natural materials since 1976 and work in accordance with external standards such as GOTS. For GOTS-certified fleece products, the criteria of the GOTS standard apply throughout the supply chain. We have been a member of the Fair Wear Foundation since 2005 – the first German company to join – and hold Leader status there. Together, we work to improve working conditions in the factories that manufacture our clothing.
Frequently asked questions about women’s fleece jackets
How do I care for woollen fleece and cotton fleece?
For woollen fleece, it is often enough to air it out overnight in the fresh air; when washing, hand washing with a woollen detergent is usually best. Cotton fleece can generally be machine-washed, and the surface stays fluffy if you avoid using fabric softener. You’ll find washing instructions for your specific garment on the care label and on the product page.
How warm is wool or cotton fleece?
Wool fleece provides excellent warmth and is ideal for cold days and outdoor activities, as merino wool traps heat in tiny air pockets. Cotton fleece is slightly less warm and is well suited to everyday wear and the transitional seasons.
What size should I choose for a fleece jacket?
If you’re wearing the jacket as a mid-layer under a parka, your usual size in a regular fit will generally suit you. For a jacket you’ll be wearing over a jumper, relaxed and oversized styles offer more room. You’ll find fit guides on the product page.
Which fleece is best if I don’t want to wear wool?
In that case, go for cotton fleece or soft fleece. You’ll find a selection in our range of Women's cotton fleece clothing.