DESCRIPTION
The Patagonia Men's Better Sweater Vest is a versatile fleece layering piece for anyone who loves spending time outside, crafted from 100% recycled polyester with a low-impact dye process - so you stay comfortable and feel good about what you're wearing.
Made with 100% recycled polyester knitted fleece with a fleece interior and heathered yarns. The Men's Better Sweater Vest has a full-zip at the front with zip-through stand-up collar, it's a great alternative to a pullover fleece if you need an easy to layer and low bulk fleece, with a zippered left-chest pocket and two zippered handwarmer pockets.
KEY FEATURES
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Recycled fleece construction – 100% post-consumer recycled polyester with a sweater-knit exterior
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Perfect layering piece – Sleeveless design allows full range of motion under shells or over base layers
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Practical details – Zippered handwarmer pockets keep essentials secure
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Stand-up collar – Extra protection when the wind picks up
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Fair Trade Certified™ – Paying a premium for every Patagonia item that is made
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Body: 10-oz 100% recycled polyester knit fleece dyed with a low-impact process that reduces the use of dyestuffs, energy and water compared to conventional heather dyeing methods
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Pocket bags and trim: 5.3-oz 100% recycled polyester brushed tricot
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Manufacture: Pocket bag and trim fabric is certified as bluesign® approved, Made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory
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Country of Origin: Made in Sri Lanka
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Weight: 394 g (13.9 oz)
SIZE GUIDE
| Size |
Chest |
Hip |
| Small |
38-39" |
37-38" |
| Medium |
40-41" |
38-39" |
| Large |
42-44" |
41-43" |
| X-Large |
46-48" |
44.5-46.5" |
PROVENANCE AND ETHICS
Patagonia was founded by Yvon Chouinard in 1973, the company's roots are in clothing for rock and alpine climbing, but they now produce a diverse mix of apparel targeted towards skiers, snowboarders, surfers and climbers. Patagonia are a world leader in creating ethical, sustainable clothing.
Recycled Polyester: Polyester is a naturally water-repellent material that can withstand the elements. Using polyester fibre made from mechanically recycled plastic bottles reduces CO2 emissions.
Fair Trade: Patagonia now use more than 20 Fair Trade factories that specialise in the production of outdoor clothing, paying a premium for every Patagonia item that is made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory. They actively encourage other brands that do business in those factories to join them in the Fair Trade movement, ensuring living wages within the supply chain.
