Featuring soft fabric and lightweight warmth, the COLUMBIA® women's Kaleidaslope™ II jacket cancels out the cold with a decidedly feminine flourish. It is Omni-Shield® water repellent and packs extraordinary heat retention thanks to Omni-Heat® thermal insulation and thermal reflective technology. Pretty pleating on the chest elevates the style factor, while high-pile fleece on the interior collar enhances coziness.
I wore this jacket in very cold weather and kept it on while shopping in the mall without getting too hot. The pockets are easy to get in and out of while carrying bags and a purse, which is a plus. I would recommend this jacket to anyone who is looking for something that is lightweight and non-restrictive. It's really the perfect jacket :)The only thing I would have liked to have that it doesn't have is a hood.
I like the tapered fit because I feel that it give more of an attractive look than most winter jackets. The fact that the jacket is light weight and not too bulky makes it a very comforatable to wear. Lastly, the omni-heat lining is suprisingly very warm. I have to admit I had my doubts when I bought it but I have this jacket for over a year and have never been cold at any time during our Minnesota winters or while watching my son's hockey games. In fact, I would say it is so warm that there have been times I actually got HOT while walking the dog.
My wife LOVES this jacket! It looks very nice on her, has no bulk, is super-lightweight, and keeps her toasty! What else could you want in a casual jacket?