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2022-05-28 23:43:13 By : Ms. Helen Ho

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Fleece jackets are many people's go-to for spring layering, but not every fleece is a good fashion choice. Rather than picking a generic black or navy blue fleece with your company's logo embroidered on it, we recommend picking something colorful and unique.

Choosing a fleece with a bolder color, an interesting pattern, or a more fashion-forward fit can be the difference between looking unique and memorable or being another anonymous clone. Whether your personal style falls in line with retro outdoors gear or more fashion-forward brands, there are plenty of options to choose from.

To help you give your workwear and weekend looks some flair, we rounded up 14 cool fleeces to choose over the company-branded sweaters once seen everywhere. Some are more appropriate for the office, some for the weekends — but all of them will keep you warm and comfortable.

A revised version of The North Face's most popular fleece jacket, the Denali 2 features retro-inspired styling and recycled materials.

As the lightweight version of the iconic Synchilla Snap T Fleece, this pullover fleece is perfect for milder weather conditions. It's warm, but not too warm for the spring.

Designed to celebrate Columbia's legacy designs, the Back Bowl Lightweight Fleece Jacket features retro-style color-blocking. The jacket also uses Columbia's Omni-Shade UPF 50, which will protect you from the sun while you're wearing it.

Featuring a patterned side and a solid color side, this reversible fleece from Bonobos can fit your style depending on your mood.

The Cotopaxi Abrazo Fleece is soft, stretchy, and made from recycled materials. Whether you're wearing it outdoors or at home, it's a comfortable choice you won't want to take off.

This fleece-lined sherpa jacket from Amazon is an easy and affordable way to add some style to your wardrobe. All of Amazon Aware's products are made sustainably, too.

Canada Goose might be best known for its winter parkas, but its lighter fleece layers are great for milder weather. The Kelowna Fleece, in particular, delivers the warmth of wool in a high-pile fleece.

The Arcteryx Kyanite LT Hoody was designed to be lightweight and stretchy for a next-to-skin feel. It's a great choice for layering or wearing for outdoor activities where mobility is important.

Designed in collaboration with Billionaire Boys Club's Bee Line brand, this Timberland fleece features a unique pattern and is made from 100% recycled plastic.

This mostly cream-colored fleece features pops of bright colors on the collar, sleeves, and chest pocket. It's a cool way to add more color to your wardrobe without overdoing it.

Featuring a soft fleece outside layer and a cozy sherpa interior, the Outdoor Research Juneau is one of the most comfortable and warm fleeces you can find.

The Abisko Trail Fleece from Fjallraven is warm yet lightweight and airy to prevent overheating while layering. Hand pockets, a chest pocket, and a hood all add usability and convenience to the design.

The Patagonia R1 Techface Hoodie is designed to be abrasion- and weather-resistant while providing a thin layer of warmth. Whether rock climbing or lounging, you'll appreciate the build quality and comfort.

Uniqlo is one of our favorite places to shop for affordable basics of all kinds. The Fluffy Yarn Fleece features a stylish sherpa-like material and comes in a variety of colors.

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