Stores selling women's jackets, coats and outerwear
Outerwear is the hardest-working layer in a woman's wardrobe: it takes the weather so the clothes underneath do not have to, and it is usually the most expensive single purchase of the season. This directory lists women's outerwear stores across the full range — Barbour, founded by John Barbour in 1894 and home to the iconic waxed cotton jacket; Columbia Sportswear, whose outerwear is tested in the Pacific Northwest; Mackage, founded in 1999 by Eran Elfassy to balance fashion with function in leather, down and wool; Moncler, founded in 1952 in Monestier-de-Clermont, France, and known for down jackets that merge mountaineering research with city wear; Outback Trading, supplying all-weather oilskin apparel since 1983; and Pringle of Scotland for cashmere knitwear worn as outerwear. The listings come first, and the sections below explain how the main coat types differ and how to choose between them.

Women's Outerwear Stores - stores selling women's jackets, coats and outerwear.

Barbour : Founded by John Barbour
in 1894. Home to the iconic wax cotton jacket. Discover this season's
collections for men and women. Barbour has an incredibly long and loving
history with waxed cotton, dating back to 1894. It could be argued that
our relationship with this material for use in clothing is the longest
running and most consistent in the world today.
Columbia: Shop
direct from Columbia Sportswear. Their Outerwear is Tested Tough in the
Pacific Northwest. Shop for Jackets, Pants, Shirts, Shoes & more. From
cutting edge technology, to their innovative heritage in Bugaboo, their
jackets, pants, fleece, boots, and shoes are all tested tough so you can
enjoy the outdoors longer.
Mackage : Inspired by his
brothers' experience in the leather industry, Eran Elfassy founded Mackage
in 1999. Two years later, Elisa Dahan joined him and, together, they
developed one of the most prestigious contemporary outerwear brands
worldwide. Their mission was clear: to elevate outerwear with a unique
balance between fashion and function. Mackage collections combine the
finest leathers, down, and wool with tailored silhouettes and precision
detail. They are a testament to the brand's cornerstones of innovation,
design and an unwavering commitment to outstanding quality: a philosophy
that has fundamentally changed the outerwear game.
Moncler : Moncler offers you a
fine collection of clothing, down jackets and accessories for men, women
and kids. Discover more on the online store. Founded in 1952 in
Monestier-de-Clermont, Grenoble, France, Moncler is now located in Italy.
Over the course of the years the brand has merged style with ongoing
technological research, which harnesses the knowledge of mountaineering
experts. Moncler collections combine extreme needs with day-to-day city
life. Beginning in 2003, when Remo Ruffini entered in the Group, a process
of repositioning of the brand was initiated through which Moncler products
take on an ever more distinctive and exclusive aspect.
Outback Trading : Outback
is a leading supplier of all-weather outdoor apparel. They specialize in
producing high quality oilskins, jackets, vests and more for men and
women. Outback Trading Company is a leading supplier of all-weather
outdoor apparel. Established in 1983, Outback Trading Company stays true
to its reputation of producing durable and rugged high performing apparel.
they are committed to producing hard wearing comfortable clothes for
working lifestyles, as well as functional fashion apparel.
Pringle Cashmere Clothing
(Scotland) : Pringle Cashmere Clothing provides cashmere clothing and
accessories for women, men and children. Pringle is the iconic brand
founded in 1815 at the birthplace of the Scottish Knitwear industry. From
the beginning technical innovation has led to the creation of knitwear as
outerwear it became one of the first luxury knitwear manufacturers in the
world, having expanded throughout Europe, the US and Asia during the 19th
and 20th Centuries. Address: Pringle Cashmere Clothing, Glebe Mill, Noble
Place, Hawick, TD9 9QE Scotland, Phone +44 (0) 1450 360200 E-mail
webstore@pringlescotland.com
Royal Male
: Barbour is more than just clothing. It is a quiet passion for
something lasting and truly authentic. It belongs to the landscape,
evolved by time and weather. Barbour clothing has been made in the north
east of England and the borders of Scotland since the 19th century.
Quality has never been compromised, purpose never forgotten by the
generations of weavers, tailors and seamstresses that have made each
garment. It is this legacy which is celebrated by Barbour classics.
Unique British country clothing that could only be Barbour. Barbour's
classic range of jackets is based on the original Barbour proofing
formula which is called Sylkoil. Soft, flexible and non-sticky, the oil
proofs natural cotton drapes superbly, bringing an extra workability to
the tailoring and cut, and more comfort and style to the wearer, while
keeping out the wet for the general out-of-door man and woman.
You can also buy women's outwear from women's fashion stores such as Nordstrom, Bloomingdales, Macy's, Neiman Marcus, Dillard's, JC Penney, etc.
Yes, we agree that the world consists of MANY more women's outerwear stores. We plan to add more to this section in the near future. For now, we suggest you visit the Women's Clothing Stores section to find other retailers selling women's jackets or outerwear.
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Outerwear divides by the job it does. Waxed cotton jackets — the Barbour speciality in this directory, proofed with wax since 1894 — keep out wet weather while draping softly, and suit country and dog-walking life as much as town. Down jackets and coats, the Moncler and Mackage territory, insulate with trapped air in baffled chambers: the warmest weight-for-weight option, in lengths from cropped jacket to full coat. Technical shells and outdoor jackets, Columbia's home ground, prioritise waterproof membranes and breathability for active use. Oilskin — Outback Trading's material — is cotton densely proofed for sustained rain in working outdoor life. The tailored wool coat is the layer that goes over dresses and suits, and knitwear-as-outerwear, from cashmere specialists such as Pringle, covers mild days. Most women need two of these: one weatherproof everyday layer and one tailored or dress layer.
Proofing ideas differ in kind, not just degree. Waxed cotton can be re-waxed at home or by the maker to restore its water resistance, and ages with a patina many wearers prize; it resists sustained rain well but is not storm-sealed at the seams. Laminated membranes in technical shells give the highest waterproof and breathability ratings, at the cost of a sportier look. Down is insulation, not proofing: a down coat needs a water-resistant shell fabric and loses warmth when soaked, which is why expedition designs pair down with proofed outers. Oilskin is the heavy-duty traditional answer, proofed cotton that sheds hours of rain and is maintained by re-dressing. Sealed seams, storm flaps over zips, adjustable cuffs and a hood that fits over hair without pulling matter as much as the headline fabric — an outerwear specialist store will explain which of its coats are built for a commute, which for a full day outdoors, and which for appearance first.
Try outerwear on over the thickest layer you will wear beneath it. A coat should close without strain across the chest and hips with a sweater underneath, sleeves should cover the wrist with arms forward — driving, pushing a pram, holding a lead — and length is a real choice: hip-length jackets move easiest, knee and midi lengths protect and dress up more, and full-length coats are the warmest and most formal. Check the coat sitting down as well as standing, and check pockets: country and technical jackets earn handwarmer and secure inside pockets that tailored coats trade for a cleaner line. For care, hang coats on broad hangers to hold the shoulders, brush mud off once dry rather than washing, re-proof waxed cotton when water stops beading, and store down uncompressed so the loft survives the summer. Bought for the weather you actually get, a good coat from a store in this directory is a purchase measured in years.
A cotton jacket proofed with wax — Barbour has made them since 1894 — so rain is kept out while the cloth stays flexible. It can be re-waxed to restore its proofing.
No — down is insulation. It loses warmth when soaked, so down coats rely on water-resistant shell fabrics; sustained heavy rain calls for a membrane shell or proofed outer instead.
It should close comfortably over your thickest sweater, cover the wrist with arms forward, and be checked sitting down as well as standing. Buy for the weather and layers you actually wear.