These are some of my favorite outdoor apparel recommendations. It can be difficult to find outdoor apparel for someone who is short and on the heavier side (me lol). I’ve found these companies have inclusive sizing on a lot of their products.
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Outerwear
Footwear and Socks
Base layers
Favorite Apparel Companies
Outerwear
This jacket is waterproof and lightweight. Perfect for those wet hikes. Comes in plus sizes as well.
REI Co-op Rainier Rain Jacket - Women's
These pants are waterproof and lightweight to wear over leggings when hiking. They come in petite and plus sizes as well.
REI Co-op Flash Stretch Rain Pants - Women's
These snow pants are waterproof and super warm. They come in petite and plus sizes as well!
Women's Bugaboo™ II Pants - Columbia Sportswear
I love this vest for those chilly spring or fall hikes.
Women's Lightweight Poly-Fill Packable Vest - 32 Degrees
This coat is waterproof and super warm, yet lightweight. It comes in Plus sizes as well!
REI Co-op 650 Down Jacket - Women's
Footwear and Socks
My favorite shoes and socks to keep your feet comfortable and blister free!
I’m on my 2nd pair and they are the best hiking shoes I’ve found. They are truly waterproof. I have wide feet and they are super comfortable. They hold up really well.
Brooks Addiction are my go-to walking shoes. I have had multiple pairs and have never been disappointed. They come in wide widths and have great ankle support.
Addiction Shoes | Walking Shoes with Arch Support | Brooks Running
These shoes are very comfortable and have a lot of padding. Great for if you’re on your feet all day. The padding can take a little getting used to but after a few wears, they’re great. Comes in wide widths too!
Bondi 8 Max Cushioned Road Running Shoe - HOKA
These socks are worth every penny! I have the hiking socks and ankle socks and both are wonderful for preventing blisters.
Swiftwick - Equipment to Take You Further
Base layers
These shirts are the perfect base layer. Lightweight yet thermal. They hold up really well too.
Women's Lightweight Baselayer Scoop Top - 32 Degrees
These leggings are perfect as a base layer or for every day wear.
This shirt is perfect for a heavier base layer for those cold hikes.
women's heavyweight fleece baselayer scoop top - 32 Degrees
Heavier leggings for those colder hikes.
Women's Soft Rib Legging - 32 Degrees
Favorite Apparel Companies
32 degrees is my favorite company for basic outdoor wear. The clothing is so comfortable and their clothing holds up really well. The prices are amazing and they often run incredible sales. Most of their products have extended sizes and they run true...
32 Degrees | All Day Comfort.
REI offers a wide range of products and is one of the few places where I can find petite pants.
REI: A Life Outdoors is a Life Well Lived | REI Co-op