A modern fleece is essentially a better sweater. It’s lighter and quicker-drying for backcountry travel, but fundamentally does the same job as those fishermen’s cable knit tops of yore: it keeps you ...

There’s something undeniably comforting about slipping into a fleece jacket on a cold morning—that instant rush of warmth, ease, and softness that feels like a well-timed hug. And no matter how trends ...

Are men's fleeces still having a moment or have we simply realised that comfort is king? Once a purely practical piece endorsed by hikers, climbers and National Trust membership holders, the comfy, ...

When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more In the frigid depths of winter, your mood often ties right into what you're wearing. If you're warm, cozy ...

As temperatures drop during fall and winter, having a cozy fleece jacket can be a game changer for practical layering and outdoor adventures. The material is warm and comfortable, and keeps your ...

I can still remember my shock when my ex-girlfriend’s mother—the matriarch of a New England family that lived in L.L. Bean fleece—told me that it wasn’t actually wool. And if something called “fleece” ...

Where fleeces were once the exclusive remit of easygoing dads and crunchy climber types with pro tips on sleeping in a Subaru's trunk, the best men's fleece jacket is now a closet staple for everyone.