I grabbed this in black and it's become my absolute favorite for those unpredictable mornings. The nylon material is so lightweight I barely notice it's there, but it seriously blocks the wind. Hood goes up in seconds and the full zip makes it easy to adjust on the fly. At this price point, I'm honestly shocked at the quality. Already considering getting the ivory one too.
The ivory windbreaker arrived and the full-zip front is convenient for quick adjustments. Material feels durable and the regular fit works well over a light layer. Only thing is it runs a bit tighter than expected in the sleeves, so I'd suggest sizing up if you plan to wear thicker shirts underneath.
Absolutely love the fit and how functional this jacket is for everyday wear. My only complaint is the hood could use slightly longer drawstrings, but honestly not a deal breaker at this price point.
The ivory color is beautiful and bright, but I noticed after one walk it picks up dust and marks pretty quickly. Jacket itself is great quality though, just requires more frequent cleaning than I expected.
I grabbed the black Melanie in size M and wore it on a super windy hike yesterday. The lightweight nylon actually blocks the wind perfectly without making me feel like I'm wearing a parka, and the adjustable hood stayed put the whole time. This jacket is exactly what I needed for layering over my regular hoodies during fall walks.
The nylon construction works fine for blocking wind and the fit is comfortable. However, the material makes a loud rustling sound with every movement, which gets annoying during quiet activities like yoga or meditation.
Tested this on a blustery day and the nylon construction really does block the wind. Zipper feels smooth and reliable. My only note is I wish there were side pockets, but the hood functionality makes up for it.
The jacket does block wind and the black color looks nice, but after one month of regular wearing the nylon started pilling. I'm concerned about how long this will actually last before it looks shabby, even though I paid eighty-nine dollars for it.
The ivory color is gorgeous and the full zip makes it easy to ventilate when I'm layering over my hoodie. My only minor issue is the sleeve length runs just slightly longer than expected in the regular fit, but it's not a deal breaker. Overall a dependable windbreaker for the price.
This black version is my third windbreaker purchase and by far the best. It's lightweight enough to carry stuffed in a backpack but serious about wind protection when you need it most.
The Melanie windbreaker delivers on its promise of lightweight wind protection. The only drawback is the hood string tends to slip out if you're not careful when zipping up.
Purchased the size M in black and it's been reliable for weekend outings. One thing to note: the lining can feel a bit cold against skin when worn alone.
Perfect jacket for unexpected weather. The full zip makes it so easy to get on and off, the hood actually adjusts properly, and the long sleeves give real coverage without feeling restrictive at all.
The adjustable hood actually works and doesn't flap around when I'm moving fast. Love the nylon material, keeps me dry without feeling like I'm wearing a sleeping bag.
Grabbed the black in size M and wear it constantly. The regular fit layers perfectly over my hoodies, and the full zip makes it so easy to throw on when I head out the door.
Grabbed the ivory in size M and I'm obsessed. It layers beautifully over sweaters, the regular fit isn't tight, and I've gotten compliments every time I wear it.
The jacket blocks wind fine and the hood adjustment works well. My problem is the nylon material feels thin enough that I worry about durability after several washes. For this price I expected more substantial construction. It looks cute but I'm not confident it'll last a full year of regular wear.
I wear this jacket three times a week on my bike commute and it's been flawless. The nylon blocks wind completely without adding bulk, and the adjustable hood stays put even at speed.
The jacket looked perfect when I first got it in ivory size M and the full zip is convenient. However it shrank slightly after washing and now feels tight across the shoulders. The nylon construction is thin which I liked initially but makes me worry about durability after multiple seasons.