Do you recognize this?
's Morning you step out the door and it's suddenly quite chilly. You put on a thick jacket… and by the middle of the afternoon you're carrying it under your arm.
Welcome to autumn. 🍂
Too cold for just a cardigan.
Too mild for a winter jacket.
Wind. Occasional rain. And if you're lucky, suddenly the sun is shining again.
A softshell jacket is just perfect for days like that.
What exactly is a softshell jacket?
A softshell is actually right between a thin jacket and a proper winter jacket.
The outer fabric protects against wind and a shower, while the soft fleece on the inside provides just that little bit of extra warmth.
And because the fabric is supple and stretchy, a softshell moves very comfortably with you.
That makes it ideal for walking, cycling, walking the dog, doing the shopping, or just going to work every day.
In other words: for all those days when you mainly want to put on a nice jacket.
Why is a softshell so nice in autumn?
Especially in September, October and during mild November days, the temperature can vary considerably during the day.
's Morning it's chilly.
's Afternoon the sun breaks through.
And by the end of the day, suddenly a cold wind is blowing again.
A thicker jacket is then often still too warm, while a thin unlined jacket is sometimes just too chilly.
A softshell forms exactly that nice middle ground.
✓ Soft fleece lining for extra warmth
✓ Windproof
✓ Breathable
✓ Supple and comfortable
✓ Protection during a shower
✓ Nice for cycling and walking
✓ And simply nice enough to wear every day
But is a softshell jacket waterproof?
This is often a source of confusion.
The softshell jackets at Hipinderegen have technical fabrics that can hold back quite a lot of water. Depending on the model, the water column can be 8,000 or 10,000 mm, for example.
But with a softshell, we don't just look at the fabric.
On the inside is that lovely soft fleece lining. Because of this, the seams are not fully taped like in a real technical raincoat.
During a normal shower you are therefore well protected, but are you going to walk through the pouring rain for an hour? Then we would choose a fully waterproof raincoat.
In short:
Softshell: perfect for changeable weather and a shower.
Fully waterproof raincoat: better for prolonged or heavy rain.
👉 Waterproof or water-resistant? Read here how it works exactly.
Is a softshell warm enough for autumn?
For many days, yes.
The soft fleece lining retains body heat better than a thin unlined raincoat, without you immediately feeling like you're wearing a thick winter jacket.
And that makes a softshell so easy to combine.
On a mild day you just wear a shirt or blouse underneath.
Getting colder? Then you can wear a sweater underneath.
Only when the temperatures really head towards winter and you are outside for longer periods does a lined winter jacket usually become more comfortable.
Are you looking for a jacket for exactly those days in between? 🍂
Which softshell jacket suits you?
That mainly depends on how you like to wear your jacket.
Danejane – feminine and longer
The Danejane has been a favorite at Hipinderegen for years. A longer, feminine softshell that is nice when you want a bit more coverage and also cycle or walk a lot.
DaneKarla – slightly roomier and nice and comfortable
Do you want a bit more freedom of movement or like to easily wear a thicker sweater under your jacket? Then the DaneKarla is a nice choice.
The DaneKarla has a water column of 8,000 mm, is windproof and breathable and has a soft fleece lining.
Danelandscape – shorter and easy for every day
Prefer a slightly shorter model? Then the Danelandscape is interesting.
A comfortable softshell that you can easily wear as a regular everyday jacket and that also protects you when the weather turns.
Derbe Peutby – sporty, feminine and just a bit different
The Peutby by Derbe is a nice choice when you are looking for a softshell with a slightly sportier look. The feminine fit and nice length make it easy for every day, while the soft inside provides that comfortable softshell feel.
A nice transitional jacket for chilly mornings, walks and changeable autumn days.
Softshell jackets for men – comfortable through autumn
For men too, you will find more and more softshell jackets at Hipinderegen. Especially Derbe has various models that are perfect as a comfortable transitional jacket for autumn.
Windproof, breathable and nice during changeable weather – for a walk, on the bike or just every day to work.
Softshell or raincoat?
Still in doubt?
Then mainly ask yourself this question:
When do I want to wear my jacket most often?
Are you looking for a comfortable jacket for chilly, changeable days, walking, cycling and daily trips? Then a softshell is often just right.
Do you already know that you regularly have to walk through heavy rain for a long time? Then rather choose a fully waterproof raincoat with taped seams.
And honestly?
For the Dutch autumn, it's not crazy at all to eventually have both on the coat rack. 😉
That jacket you keep reaching for
That might be why softshell jackets have been so popular at Hipinderegen for so long.
You don't just buy it for when it rains.
You wear it because it fits nicely, is warm enough for chilly days and looks like a jacket you just like to put on.
And if suddenly a shower falls on the way?
Then you are prepared for that too.
Ready for autumn? 🍂
Discover our softshell jackets for women and choose the model that suits you.
View the softshell collection.
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