14 Fleece-lined Winter Clothes That Are Must-haves for Travel

As they say in the Nordic countries: “There’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes.” And although your clothes might not be “bad,” per se, they could probably be better suited for the cold. 

Whether you’re headed for a few laps around an outdoor ice rink, a full-blown immersion trip in the mountains, or just out and about to run some errands, your winter wardrobe should be conducive to staying warm regardless of the conditions. We shopped around for fleece-lined clothing to keep you cozy this season, including everything from loungewear and performance layers to trendy shackets and denim. Read on for warm staples you’ll want to live and travel in over the next few cold months.

Best Fleece-lined Clothes for Winter

Baleaf Fleece-lined Leggings

These fleece-lined leggings from Baleaf are Amazon’s No. 1 best-seller in thermal underwear bottoms, with almost 35,000 total ratings and more than 10,000 more sold in the last month. Reviewers have tested them while hiking, sledding, snowmobiling, and snowboarding Colorado peaks in -12 degrees Fahrenheit, reporting back that they’re some of the warmest pants ever. One customer said, “It’s like each leg is wrapped in a warm blanket.” You’d probably spend a small fortune for that level of comfort when it’s freezing, but you’ll pay only $25 for these right now.

Automet Fleece-lined Quarter-zip

This top seller is purchased about once every 20 minutes. The trendy quarter-zip has a smooth knit face and cozy fleece underside. Its cool slouchy-cropped fit and “unbelievable” comfort make it like the modern version of your absolute favorite collegiate sweatshirt you’ve worn to death over the past decade. One likened the material to “soft butter.” Reviewers say there’s no need even to wear a T-shirt under this sweater since it’s warm enough on its own and demands full contact with the “luxurious” interior.

Free Fly Thermal Fleece Hoodie

REI shoppers have found “the softest sweatshirt ever” in this fleecy Free Fly hoodie, currently on sale for $74. “I typically would not spend this much money on a hoodie, but I’m so glad I did,” said one reviewer who called themselves a “connoisseur of coziness.” The double-layered bamboo viscose, polyester, and spandex blend makes it plush, stretchy, and comfy. The hoodie has a classic, relaxed below-the-hip fit and a hidden kangaroo pocket.

G4Free Fleece-lined Pants

The same style as the viral G4Free wide-leg yoga pants with 10,000 Amazon ratings, this fleece-lined version is made for temperatures from 15 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. They’re loungey enough to wear around the Airbnb all weekend but can be dressed up enough for a professional occasion, reviewers say. For $40, you will never be freezing in slacks on a business trip again. 

Ecowish Reversible Long Puffer Vest

This thigh-length puffer vest is a statement layer with a basic polyester exterior and soft fleece interior, or vice versa, since it’s reversible. It has a hood, a zipper, two side pockets, and a patch pocket on the chest, too. Reviewers say they like layering it with heavier sweaters for extra warmth. One wrote that it was a great layer for traveling in 45- to 60-degree Fahrenheit temperatures.

Zesica Fleece-lined Mock-neck Sweater

This is your standard, comfy mock-neck sweater for your outdoor winter excursions. It’s super tuckable and made for layering—but with a fuzzy interior. Reviewers say it’s a classy, cold weather essential that provides cozy warmth without the bulk or lazy look. It “really feels like a sweatshirt, but is polished like a sweater,” one wrote. It has even received high praise from travelers—one calling it “an absolute lifesaver in Iceland’s freezing temps!” They also noted they used it as a “mid layer in single-digit weather (sometimes below zero), and it kept me so warm.”

REI Co-op Sahara Lined Pants

One of REI Co-op’s most popular styles of hiking pants, the Sahara, has more than 700 ratings on the outdoor retailer’s website. This is the fleece-lined version of the beloved bottoms, just winterized. They have the same composition as the non-lined pants—96 percent nylon and four percent spandex—but include a “brushed-back micro tricot lining” that adds warmth and wicks away sweat. You’ll be set for short winter hikes and multiday backpacking trips through frigid temperatures alike.

Wrangler Sherpa-lined Denim Jacket

It just doesn’t get any cooler than a Wrangler fleece-lined denim jacket. The timeless wardrobe staple is endlessly stylish and equally practical with its warm interior that keeps reviewers snug in 10-degree Fahrenheit weather. Of course, the brand is known for its classic coolness and quality, especially since it’s made of 99 percent cotton for total comfort. Size up for room to fit it over a hoodie for extra warmth.

Beyond Yoga Allure Zip-pocket Leggings

If you’re going to splurge on a pair of leggings, opt for these extra warm and durable pants by Beyond Yoga (they’re less of a splurge now anyway, at 30 percent off). The athleisure brand has reimagined a best-selling bottom for winter with a brushed interior that feels like fleece but is a little more lightweight. You don’t want the bulkiness of fuzzy lining when you’re working on your running pace or power walking between sites in the city, so these keep you warm without the additional volume. Plus, they have zipper pockets.

Trendy Queen Zip-up Hoodie

Dozens of reviewers compare this $35 Amazon jacket to Lululemon’s Scuba Oversized Full-zip Hoodie—and some have said it’s even better. “The quality is amazing and as soft or even softer than Lulu,” one wrote. The jacket is half polyester, half cotton, with a cozy sweatshirt-fleece lining. It’s designed with a drop shoulder collar, thumb holes, and subtle side pockets. As far as warmth goes, one shopper said the hoodie keeps them warm when it’s “freezing and dumping snow in Chicago.”

Zeagoo Flannel Shacket

Looking for a cute coat alternative to keep your luggage light and your winter style interesting? Enter: the shacket. This $30 shirt-jacket hybrid from Amazon is reviewers’ “go-to cozy layer when the cold hits.” It’s boxy and oversized with a soft, snuggly lining that extends all the way down the sleeves. It comes in nine plaid color options as well as black-and-white houndstooth.

Luvamia Fleece-lined Jeans

Jeans are an easy starting point for any outfit, which is why many people won’t travel without them. But denim isn’t the warmest material for winter, so you have to wear tights underneath—or, instead, invest in a cute pair of insulated jeans. You’d never guess this trendy style contains a thin layer of “luxuriously soft fleece” inside. They’re high-waisted and slightly flared to fit perfectly over your favorite boots, too.

Glacial Trail Pullover Hoody

Mountain Hardwear’s Glacial Trail Pullover Hoody has so many handy features, from the zippered breast pocket to the “three-piece hood” that can be worn under your chin, over your chin, or over your mouth. It blocks the bitter cold and biting wind with a soft-brushed grid fleece interior designed for warmth, as well as superior breathability and moisture-wicking, too. Tackle the trails in any weather with this technical sweater, marked down to $66 from $110.

Yeokou Sherpa-lined Joggers

Last on the list but certainly not least popular (considering the almost 15,000 five-star ratings), these sherpa-lined joggers are currently ranking in the No. 2 spot in women’s sweatpants on Amazon. The outer material is 100 percent cotton, and the interior is a thick polyester fleece. “If these pants were a food, they would be lasagna and a glass of wine,” wrote one reviewer. “If they were a place, they’d be a cozy cabin in the mountains with a crackling fire.” Doesn’t that sound nice?

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