Outdoor Research

Emersion Fleece Crew - Women's

Maybe

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The head hole is so small! It's listed as "relaxed" fit and I'm usually a Small or Medium, so I opted for the Small. The sweater otherwise is roomy & comfortable once on but for some reason the head hole is so tiny!

awful

Familiarity:

I returned this product before using it

Size Bought:

S

Height:

5' 7"

Weight:

135

This item is one of those which you try on and then think to yourself, "Who designed this? Did anyone test this on an actual human?!" This fleece/sweatshirt thing appears to be fine (if a tad dull), but there is ZERO stretch to the garment. And the neck is rather small. So in order to pull it on over my (very normal-sized) head, I have to remove my glasses, and even then it raked across my eyeballs and pulled at my earrings. Not cool. Either add some stretch or make the neck-hole bigger! Yeesh.

This fabric!

I love the way this fleece feels! It's an upgrade from a typical fleece crew.

My new go-to fleece for the office and camp

Seriously so comfortable. I've basically worn it every day since I bought it. Its shape holds up well to many wears between washes. Warm, but not bulky. Perfect for cooler offices and evening chills at camp. The shape is a little boxy, which I like, and falls right below waist level on me (5'4'', 125 lbs, size XS). Considering buying more colors!

Flattering, cozy, love it

I'm 5/7, 125 lb., my torso is slightly long, I'm an outdoor professional living in the PNW, and always looking for items that can go between the trail and work. I chose XS and this one hit the nail on the head. Looks good, not too long or short, super comfortable, yes the neck is snug when pulling it over my head, but looks and feels great otherwise. Goes great with jeans, jean skirt, or skort. Loving it. Would not likely take it into the field, at least for a few more years. For now, it's a great casual, in town, at home, on the trail piece.

Returned it.

Returned this product. More like a sweat shirt than a fleece. Boxy fit. Overpriced for what it is.

Comfy and cute!

I bought this to wear around the campfire on a camping trip to Yellowstone and it worked perfectly. The inside is fleecy soft and I ended up using it as a sleep layer on a really cold night.

VERY Comfortable-Tight Neckline

I bought the size small yellow version and the color is really cute for that outdoorsy field work-type look! It is EXTREMELY comfortable and the little pocket is just big enough for your ID, a credit card, and your car or house key. As other reviewers mentioned, the neckline is very tight and it popped a few times when I squeezed it down over my head (and I don't have too big of a head). However, beyond the initial popping, the neckline seems to maintain its shape and not stretch any further than your head needs (it doesn't look floppy). I am a little concerned about staining. The color is very nice end bright and I intended to wear the fleece for field work. I also wear it for hiking/camping/climbing. So far it has held up well and not stained easily, but I have only had it for a month or two. Time will tell! All in all, I think it is a good fleece-my only complaints are the neckline and the fabric's propensity to stain.

I would buy this again!

I love love love this sweater. It's packable and fit just as described - great for layering.

The best sweatshirt you will ever buy

This has become my go to sweater for early mornings and brisk evenings. I use the pocket way more than I thought I would. Get this while you can it's amazing