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"
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| Medium |
40-41"
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39-40" |
| Large |
42-44"
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41-43" |
| X-Large |
46-48"
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44.5-46.5" |
Please note: Size guide provided from the brands general sizing chart and refers to body measurements, we would always recommend coming in store to try on if possible and please contact us if you need guidance on sizing.
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.
