Apparel

Apparel rounds out your footwear with the layers, accessories, and outerwear you need for every season and activity. The right pieces work alongside your shoes to keep you comfortable, protected, and properly outfitted, whether you're heading out for a hike, hitting the gym, or bundling up for winter. Below is a breakdown of the main apparel categories, with the styles and variations you'll find in each.

Shirts Shirts are the foundation of any outfit, with styles built for everything from athletic performance to casual everyday wear. Common types include t-shirts for relaxed daily use, long-sleeve shirts for cooler weather or sun protection, performance shirts made from moisture-wicking fabrics for workouts and outdoor activities, and button-up shirts for a more polished look. Materials range from soft cotton for comfort to technical blends designed to keep you cool, dry, and odor-free during activity.

Sweatshirts Sweatshirts deliver casual comfort and mid-layer warmth, making them a year-round wardrobe staple. The two main styles are crewneck sweatshirts with their classic round neckline and hoodies with built-in hoods and often a front pocket. They come in lightweight versions for cool spring and fall days, midweight options for general wear, and heavyweight builds with thicker fleece interiors for cold-weather warmth. Pullover and zip-up versions give you options for layering and easy on-and-off wear.

Jackets Jackets provide outer-layer protection against wind, rain, cold, and snow, with styles tailored to specific conditions. Common types include rain jackets for wet weather, windbreakers for breezy days, insulated jackets for cold conditions, down jackets for maximum warmth-to-weight, soft shell jackets for active use in mild weather, and hard shell jackets for serious wind and waterproofing. The right pick depends on the climate, the activity, and how much warmth and weather protection you need.

Fleece Fleece is a soft, warm, breathable mid-layer that works on its own in mild weather or under a jacket in cold conditions. Styles include classic fleece pullovers and full-zip fleece jackets, along with vests for core warmth without restricting your arms. Fleece comes in different weights too, with lightweight versions for active use and breathability, midweight options for everyday wear, and heavyweight builds for serious warmth in cold conditions. It's a favorite for hiking, casual wear, and layering through fall and winter.

Gloves?Mittens Gloves and mittens protect your hands from cold, wind, wet weather, and abrasion, with styles built for different activities and conditions. Common types include insulated gloves/mittens for cold weather, waterproof gloves for snow and rain, lightweight liner gloves for layering or mild conditions, work gloves for jobs and chores, and touchscreen-compatible gloves that let you use your phone without taking them off. Mittens are also a great option for maximum warmth in extreme cold, since keeping the fingers together helps trap heat.

Hats Hats cover everything from sun protection in summer to serious warmth in winter, with a style for every season. Warm-weather options include baseball caps for casual wear, brimmed sun hats for outdoor activities, and bucket hats for trendy coverage. Cold-weather styles include knit beanies for everyday winter wear, insulated trapper hats with ear flaps for serious cold, and fleece-lined hats for added warmth. Performance hats with moisture-wicking fabrics also work well for running, hiking, and other active use.