Mens Apres Sports Jacket
We live busy lives, the fact you have the time to take to read this is a little miracle in itself, so when it comes to what you wear, it needs to be as multifunctional as you are.
Apres sports jackets
Apres sports jackets are designed to endure the journey from fashion to fitness by supporting your sport before, during and apres (meaning after). The apres sports jacket originates from skiwear, but as there has been an increasing demand for fashionable activewear, it has crept into the world of gym wear.
When to wear an apres sports jacket
The clue is in the name here. The jackets are designed with active style, they still feature technical fabrics, but they are also a lot warmer and heavier than you would usually wear during training - although some do.
The apres sport jacket is the last thing you put on and the first you take off, it’s your layer of protection between your gymwear and the world, so it needs to look good, fit comfortably and keep you warm.
What to look for in an apres sport jacket
Comfort
If this is what you're wearing after training, when your muscles are all achy, comfort is essential. At this point your skin is sweaty and vulnerable to chafing so you need to find materials that are soft and supportive.
Warmth
As this jacket is your barrier against the world between your workout gear, you want it to keep you well insulated after a tough workout, particularly if you've been running in the cold.
Style
The apres sports jacket is designed to look active, but remain stylish, as it is what the world see’s you in, you want to look good.
Technical
Due to the nature of the apres sports jacket, it's important that the jacket is still technically savvy, so that if you wanted to workout in it, you could and should! Look for moisture wicking fabrics that are water resistant and help with thermoregulation.
Apres sports jacket sizing
Size |
UK Size |
Measurement (centimetres) |
Measurement(inches) |
Extra-Small (XS) |
34-36 |
79-89 |
31-35 |
Small (S) |
38-40 |
89-99 |
35-39 |
Medium (M) |
42-44 |
99-109 |
39-43 |
Large (L) |
46-48 |
109-119 |
43-47 |
Extra-Large (XL) |
50-52 |
119-129 |
47-51 |
Extra-Extra-Large (XXL) |
54-56 |
129-139 |
51-55 |