Columbia Women's Benton Springs Full Zip Jacket

 (109 customer reviews)

I was out shopping recently and I didn't realize how cold it was going to be that day. I had not brought anything with me to layer with and I stopped into the outerwear section of a sporting goods store looking for something affordable I could pick up to keep warm for the rest of the day. I found myself deciding between this Columbia Benton Springs Zip Fleece and a NorthFace Osito Jacket for Women. Both were just as warm and nice looking in appearance, but the Columbia was 1/3 the price. So the Columbia is was.

Color:
I picked it up in a color called "Corange". I'm thinking it stands for a cross between coral and orange, since this is how I would describe the color. The "corange" color can easily transition from summer to fall.

Material:
The material is a nice medium weight polar fleece. The zipper is the...Read more

I measure 36" around the chest and I ordered a Small. It's definitely roomy, which adds to the warmth.

Pros:
-Warm
-Soft

Cons:
-Runs large
-Makes me feel like my mother

This fleece was well sized, and especially good because it had elasticized wrist cuffs. It washes well, and the color is a rich charcoal grey. The interior pocket is handy for carrying keys, cell phones and other small objects.