Patagonia Retro Pile Vest

Constructed from a plush double sided shearling fleece made of 100 percent recycled polyester, the Patagonia Retro Pile Vest in Pelican W/ Canopy Green delivers high pile insulation with a soft, natural hand feel. This functional bodywarmer tackles cold weather layering through a full length front zip and a tall stand up collar that retains core warmth. Designed with offset shoulder seams to eliminate pack strap chafing, it features a zippered chest pocket and two zippered handwarmer pockets to keep small essentials secure on the trail.

Key Features

• Built from 100 percent recycled polyester double sided shearling fleece.
• High pile fabric texture offers superior insulation and warmth.
• Full length front zipper extending into a tall stand up collar.
• Offset shoulder seams provide comfort under backpack straps.
• One zippered chest pocket and two zippered hand pockets with webbed pulls.
• Soft elastane binding around the armholes and bottom hem seals in heat.
• Fair Trade Certified sewn construction.

At Urban Industry We Recommend These For

• Layering over heavy cotton tees, flannel shirts, or hoodies during transitional seasons.
• Wearing underneath a waterproof shell jacket for extra core insulation on wet hikes.
• Outdoor activities, camp sites, and casual weekend walks in cool weather.
• Adding an eye catching pattern to functional, outdoor inspired outfits.

Fit & Sizing Recommendations

• The brand notes that this garment is cut for a regular, easy fit through the body.
• Patagonia advises opting for your standard size for comfortable layering over midlayers.
• Flexible binding on the armholes prevents restriction while sealing out cold drafts.
• The hip length hem offers balanced coverage whether sitting or active on the trail.

Washing & Care Instructions

• Machine wash inside out on a cool, gentle cycle to preserve the high pile fleece.
• Wash alongside similar dark or tonal earth colours to avoid lint contamination.
• Do not bleach or use fabric softeners that flatten shearling fleece fibres.
• Tumble dry on low heat or hang dry naturally away from direct heat sources.
• Do not iron the synthetic shearling material.

Patagonia Retro Pile Vest - Our FAQs

1. Is this vest warm enough to wear as an outer layer in autumn? Yes, the thick double sided shearling fleece provides excellent core warmth when worn over a shirt or jumper.
2. What is the fit like on the Retro Pile Vest? It features a standard regular fit that offers enough room to layer comfortably over a sweatshirt without feeling tight.
3. How many pockets does this fleece vest have? It features three secure zippered pockets, including one chest pocket and two mesh lined handwarmer pockets.
4. How should I clean this high pile fleece? Wash it on a cool machine setting with mild detergent and line dry or tumble dry on low heat.
5. Is this product made using recycled materials? Yes, the fleece fabric is crafted entirely from 100 percent recycled polyester.
6. Does the collar stand up on its own? Yes, the tall collar is lined with fleece to stay upright and protect your neck from cold winds.

Why Buy Patagonia from Urban Industry

• Independent and UK based, Urban Industry has been serving menswear customers since 2002.
• Customers have rated us Excellent across Trustpilot, Google and Judge.me, with over 20,000 reviews behind that score.
• Each season we choose a small number of standout menswear and Modern outdoor brands to carry.
• We ship daily to the UK, Europe and beyond, with an easy returns process if needed.

Product Code: 22822