Images magazine Digital Edition April 2018

LIGHTWEIGHT JACKETS & GILETS www.images-magazine.com 66 images APRIL 2018 The unpredictable British weather means that even in summer, lightweight outerwear is a must. Here’s our 2018 selection of fleeces, gilets and lightweight jackets for the warmer months ahead Pro RTX: Pro 2 Layer Softshell jacket The Pro 2 Layer Softshell Jacket (RX500) is a style that is suitable for both smart workwear and casualwear and features front zip fastening and front zipped pockets. Also from the brand is the Pro 2 Layer Softshell Gilet (RX550), a warming extra layer that has full front zip fastening and is shower- resistant. Both styles come in black, charcoal and navy, and in sizes S-3XL. www.prortx.com Summer season outerwear United Brands of Scandinavia: Clique Basic Rain Jacket United Brands has introduced a number of new styles this year, including the Clique Basic Rain Jacket. Available in four colours, this sporty style has one front zipped pocket with taped seams, and can be folded into a lightweight bag through the pocket. Both the bag and the jacket can be printed. www.united-brands.co.uk Roly: Norway Jacket Roly says cold will no longer be a problem thanks to its Norway Jacket (RA5090), which is quilted with feather-touch padding and has a fitted hood. It has a contrast inner lining, inverted zips with chin protector, and two front pockets with zips. This light and foldable garment comes with a carry bag, and is windproof and water-resistant. The women’s style (RA5091) has a fitted cut; both styles are available in three colourways. www.roly.eu PAG Leisurewear: Anorak Jacket New from Independent Trading Company, which is exclusive to PAG Leisurewear, is the Anorak Jacket (EXP94NAW). PAG reports that this screen print-friendly, water-resistant jacket is made from 100% nylon, has a three-panel hood with fine mesh liner, a scuba neck and elastic cuffs. It also offers the water-resistant windbreaker Coach Jacket (EXP99CNB), which is available in six colours. www.pag-leisurewear.co.uk Fusible Systems: James & Nicholson Knitted Hybrid Jacket The melange-look Knitted Hybrid Jacket by James & Nicholson is made of knitted fleece with a back-stitched check design and contrasting flatlock seam. This easy-care, warm, between-seasons jacket is windproof thanks to a full-length, concealed zip, says Fusible. Available for men and women, it comes in fives colours and sizes S-3XL. www.fusiblesystems.co.uk Larkwood: Rain Jacket New for 2018, the Rain Jacket (LW035) is a brightly coloured coat that’s available in yellow or navy, and features a striped lining and contrast button detailing. It comes in sizes 6/12 months up to 3/4 years, and has a 100% polyester outer with 100% striped cotton lining. “Ideal for printing, this sweet, showerproof jacket has a size tab only, so is easy for rebranding,” says Larkwood. www.larkwoodclothing.com