Layering is essential to stay both warm and dry, but not hot and sweaty, when walking in cooler weather. From the base, you need a shirt that will draw away any moisture, a jacket or vest to insulate and cut the wind, and a waterproof layer if you are in a wet climate.
1. L. L. Bean Trail Model Rain Jacket
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This waterproof shell jacket is what I like to wear most of year as my outer layer. Wear it over a fleece vest in colder weather. It is lightweight and breathable. Comes in sizes 1X to 3X.
2. Columbia Kona Plus Size Jacket
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A waterproof, breathable jacket is a walking essential for cooler, wetter times of the year. This Columbia jacket is good for layering. On colder days, add a microfleece vest under it. It comes in plus sizes 1X-3X.
3. L.L. Bean Fitness Fleece Quarter Zip
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I love a fleece quarter-zip pullover to add a perfect layer under my waterproof jacket on cold days. And then I love just lounging around in one all day and evening! This lightweight fleece is easy to use for layering, and comfy to wear all by itself. It wicks away sweat so you won't end up cold and clammy after your winter exercise. Comes in plus sizes 1X-3X.
4. QuikWik® Scrunch Turtleneck
This long-sleeved turtleneck is great for cool weather walks. The wicking fabric is far superior to cotton for keeping you dry yet insulated from the chill. I wear a similar long sleeve technical t-shirt on all of my cool walks - it's perfect under a wind-resistant or waterproof jacket. The antimicrobial finish helps keep odor away. It comes in plus sizes 1-4.5. Cloudburst Rain Jacket
A waterproof shell jacket is a winter essential. Layer this over a fleece vest in wet, cold weather. It has a hood with a brim to keep the rain off your head and out of your eyes. It comes in plus sizes 1X to 6X.6. Lands' End ThermaCheck 200 Fleece Jacket
This performance fleece jacket is a great design for fitness walking and nordic walking in cooler weather. It provides an insulating layer that also wicks away sweat. It comes over the hip but has a tailored profile so it won't get in your way when you move your arms or use fitness walking poles, and is easier to layer under a waterproof jacket. It has two zip pockets. Wear this over a base layer shirt on cool and dry days, or wear as the insulating layer beneath a waterproof/windproof jacket and over a base layer shirt on cold and wet days. It comes in plus sizes 1X-3X.7. L.L. Bean Women's Fitness Fleece Vest
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Sometimes all you need or want is a vest to cut the wind, layered over your favorite walking top. Or you may layer it under a waterproof jacket for an insulating layer that still help wick away sweat. This vest has two front zip pockets for essentials. It has princess fit so it layers well under a jacket. Comes in plus sizes 1X-3X.
8. Supplex Bra Top
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Underneath it all you need a sports bra that can help support and wick away moisture. This double layer sports bra can do double duty. Plus sizes 0X-6X.
9. Active Adaptables Long-Sleeve Zip Hoodie
When rain isn't a problem but you need an outer layer to cut the wind or chill, this hoodie is an essential. It has zippered pockets and elastic cuffs. Team this with one of the shirts and you are good to go. Plus sizes XL-4X.10. Cuddl Duds Climatesmart Plus Size Crew Neck Long Sleeved Top
This top is made with Coolmax Extreme fabric, which provides a great base layer to transport moisture away from your skin to the outer surface of the garment where it can quickly evaporate. Available in 1X and 2X sizes.
