outerwear
noun
out·er·wear
ˈau̇-tər-ˌwer 
1
: clothing for outdoor wear
2
: outer clothing as opposed to underwear
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The brand makes outerwear that’s luxuriously stylish, but practical, too.
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Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2026
Put your out-of-season coats and extra outerwear in the coat closet instead.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 8 Jan. 2026
The new store will carry the brand’s full footwear lineup, along with select outerwear, and will give customers the opportunity to experience the brand’s proprietary Dyma-tex waterproof technology and fit in person.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 7 Jan. 2026
The contrast feels sleek and intentional, instantly elevating a classic outerwear staple while adding warmth and a touch of drama to cold-weather looks.
—Belle Bakst, InStyle, 6 Jan. 2026
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Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2026
Put your out-of-season coats and extra outerwear in the coat closet instead.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 8 Jan. 2026
The new store will carry the brand’s full footwear lineup, along with select outerwear, and will give customers the opportunity to experience the brand’s proprietary Dyma-tex waterproof technology and fit in person.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 7 Jan. 2026
The contrast feels sleek and intentional, instantly elevating a classic outerwear staple while adding warmth and a touch of drama to cold-weather looks.
—Belle Bakst, InStyle, 6 Jan. 2026
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“Outerwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outerwear. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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outerwear
noun
out·er·wear
ˈau̇t-ər-ˌwa(ə)r
-ˌwe(ə)r
1
: clothing for outdoor wear
2
: outer clothing as opposed to underwear
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