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Spring Active Jackets

Find your next spring active jacket in L.L.Bean’s selection of outdoor-ready styles. Compare fit, design details and individual jacket features to choose an option that complements your spring wardrobe.

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Women's Waterproof PrimaLoft Packaway Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's Waterproof PrimaLoft Packaway Jacket
A blue waterproof nylon jacket with lightweight PrimaLoft insulation, attached hood and packable design.
(1,235)
$280 $280
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What customers like:
Waterproof
Lightweight
Warmth
Versatile
Comfortable
$280 $280
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Men's Bean Bright Multisport Jacket
L.L.Bean Men's Bean Bright Multisport Jacket
A yellow multisport jacket in 50-denier polyester with water-repellent protection and reflective accents for low-light visibility.
(269)
$110 $110
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What customers like:
Windproof and warm
Excellent visibility
Versatile use
Lightweight design
Comfortable fit
$110 $110
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Men's PrimaLoft Packaway Air Hoodie
L.L.Bean Men's PrimaLoft Packaway Air Hoodie
A red insulated hoodie with a weather-resistant recycled-nylon shell, PrimaLoft® Gold warmth, and packable design.
(0)
$200 $200
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$200 $200
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Women's All Season Access Fleece Full-Zip Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's All Season Access Fleece Full-Zip Jacket
A blue recycled polyester fleece jacket with quick-drying comfort, raglan sleeves, elastic cuffs, and zippered pockets.
(0)
$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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Women's Bean Bright Multisport Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's Bean Bright Multisport Jacket
A red polyester multisport jacket with wind- and water-resistant protection, reflective accents, and breathable back vent.
(247)
$110 $110
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What customers like:
Attractive design
Lightweight
Good size pockets
Versatile
Comfortable
$110 $110
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Women's Airlight Snap Front Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's Airlight Snap Front Jacket
A green polyester-blend snap-front jacket with UPF 50+ protection and moisture-wicking, quick-drying comfort.
(0)
$89.95 $64.99
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$89.95 $64.99
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Women's Ridgeknit Full-Zip Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's Ridgeknit Full-Zip Jacket
A pink full-zip jacket with four-way stretch, UPF 50+, moisture-wicking polyester blend, and thumbholes.
(0)
$99.95 $74.99
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$99.95 $74.99
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Women's PrimaLoft Packaway Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's PrimaLoft Packaway Jacket
A green insulated jacket with recycled PrimaLoft insulation, windproof water-resistant shell, and packable design.
(0)
$200 $129.99
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$200 $129.99
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Men's Bean's Access Fleece Jacket, Full-Zip
L.L.Bean Men's Bean's Access Fleece Jacket, Full-Zip
A blue fleece jacket in quick-drying recycled polyester, with raglan sleeves, elastic cuffs and pockets.
(0)
$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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Women's Wind Challenger Stretch Down Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's Wind Challenger Stretch Down Jacket
A multicolor stretch-nylon down jacket with 650-fill insulation, windproof protection, helmet-compatible hood, and pit zips.
(0)
$370 $274.99
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$370 $274.99
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Women's PrimaLoft Packaway Air Hoodie
L.L.Bean Women's PrimaLoft Packaway Air Hoodie
A red, packable insulated hoodie with recycled nylon, weather-resistant Pertex® shell and lightweight PrimaLoft® warmth.
(0)
$200 $200
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$200 $200
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Women's Airlight Grid Full-Zip Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's Airlight Grid Full-Zip Jacket
A green polyester-blend full-zip hooded jacket with ultralight grid warmth, moisture-wicking fabric and thumbholes.
(0)
$99.95 $99.95
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$99.95 $99.95
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Men's L.L.Bean Sweater Fleece Full-Zip Jacket
L.L.Bean Men's L.L.Bean Sweater Fleece Full-Zip Jacket
A blue synthetic fleece jacket with sweater-knit exterior, brushed interior, zippered pockets, and wind-blocking warmth.
(3,681)
$110 $110
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What customers like:
Quality
Warmth
Soft fleece interior
Durability
Good fit
$110 $110
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Women's Mountain Classic Puffer Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's Mountain Classic Puffer Jacket
A lightweight black synthetic puffer jacket with 80-gram insulation, wind and water resistance, and snap-closure pockets.
(1,159)
$99.95 $99.95
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What customers like:
Attractive color
Lightweight
Warmth
Versatile
Comfortable fit
$99.95 $99.95
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Men's Insulated 3-Season Bomber Hooded Jacket
L.L.Bean Men's Insulated 3-Season Bomber Hooded Jacket
A green insulated bomber jacket with windproof, water-resistant recycled nylon, fleece lining, and adjustable hood.
(1,125)
$130 $130
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What customers like:
Good quality
Warmth
Versatile
Comfortable
Looks great
$130 $130
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Women's Mountain Classic Puffer Jacket, Colorblock
L.L.Bean Women's Mountain Classic Puffer Jacket, Colorblock
A colorblock synthetic puffer jacket with 80-gram insulation, wind and water resistance, and stand-up collar.
(1,103)
$99.95 $99.95
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What customers like:
Lightweight
Stylish
True to size
Comfortable
Warm
$99.95 $99.95
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Women's Mountain Classic Full-Zip Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's Mountain Classic Full-Zip Jacket
A black synthetic SUPPLEX® jacket with an attached hood, full-zip design, and weather-resistant protection.
(975)
$79.95 $79.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
Lightweight
Durable
Waterproof feature
Comfortable
$79.95 $79.95
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Women's Cresta Stretch Rain Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's Cresta Stretch Rain Jacket
A green nylon rain jacket with waterproof-breathable four-way stretch, adjustable hood, vents and taped seams.
(821)
$180 $180
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What customers like:
Perfect fit
Lightweight
Stylish design
Comfortable
Great rain protection
$180 $180
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Men's Bean's Windproof Softshell Jacket
L.L.Bean Men's Bean's Windproof Softshell Jacket
A black recycled-polyester softshell jacket with windproof, water-resistant protection, breathable stretch and cozy fleece backing.
(724)
$120 $120
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What customers like:
Windproof
Good quality
Lightweight
Well constructed
Comfortable fit
$120 $120
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Men's BeanFlex Utility Trucker Jacket
L.L.Bean Men's BeanFlex Utility Trucker Jacket
A green cotton trucker jacket with stretch, water- and wind-resistant construction, and practical button-closure pockets.
(713)
$140 $140
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What customers like:
Great fit
High quality
Warmth
Versatile
Comfortable
$140 $140
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Men's Waterproof PrimaLoft Packaway Jacket
L.L.Bean Men's Waterproof PrimaLoft Packaway Jacket
A black nylon jacket with waterproof breathable protection, packable PrimaLoft insulation, and an adjustable insulated hood.
(702)
$280 $280
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What customers like:
Waterproof
Lightweight
Well-made
Warmth
Comfortable
$280 $280
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Men's Cresta Stretch Rain Jacket
L.L.Bean Men's Cresta Stretch Rain Jacket
A red nylon rain jacket with waterproof-breathable protection, four-way stretch, adjustable hood and taped seams.
(530)
$180 $180
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What customers like:
Great for layering and all-weather use
Lightweight and easy to pack
Stretchy and soft fabric
Excellent water resistance
Comfortable fit
$180 $180
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Women's Mountain Classic Puffer Hooded Jacket, Colorblock
L.L.Bean Women's Mountain Classic Puffer Hooded Jacket, Colorblock
A colorblock synthetic puffer jacket with an insulated hood, 80-gram warmth, and water- and wind-resistant protection.
(490)
$120 $120
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What customers like:
Colorful designs
Lightweight
Comfort
Warmth
Good fit
$120 $120
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Spring Active Jackets

Spring active jackets bring together the appeal of active style and the familiar place of outerwear in a spring wardrobe. Choosing one starts with personal preferences: the look that feels most natural, the fit that suits the wearer and the details that make a jacket worth a closer look. Spring has its own familiar backdrop, from new leaves along neighborhood streets to longer afternoons and plans that bring friends and family together outside. A seasonal wardrobe does not need to feel entirely different from the clothes someone already enjoys. Often, a thoughtfully chosen jacket adds variety while keeping a familiar sense of style. Some people gravitate toward an understated look, while others prefer a more distinctive silhouette or a detail that gives an outfit extra character. Neither approach needs to be complicated. Looking at a jacket alongside favorite shirts, pants and shoes helps put the choice in perspective, especially when those everyday pieces already reflect the wearer’s taste. Proportion matters as much as any individual detail. The relationship between a jacket’s length, the clothes beneath it and the rest of an outfit can influence its overall appearance. Product photographs offer a useful starting point for considering that relationship, particularly when several views are shown. A front view may draw attention to the neckline and closure, while a side or back view can make the overall shape easier to understand. Personal style also includes how someone prefers to wear clothing, whether closer to the body or with a more relaxed outline. Those preferences are worth keeping separate from assumptions about size. An active look does not dictate a single silhouette, and a familiar size label does not tell the whole story. Spring active jackets are best considered as individual garments, with attention to their descriptions rather than expectations based on the category name alone. That approach leaves room for different tastes while keeping the focus on quality, versatility and a look that feels like a natural part of the wearer’s wardrobe.

Fit, fabric information and care details give a clearer picture of an individual jacket than photographs alone. Size charts are a practical place to begin, particularly when shopping for someone who has a well-established preference about how jackets should sit at the shoulders or fall at the hem. Taking measurements according to the chart’s directions provides a more useful reference than relying only on a size worn in another garment. Where garment measurements are provided, comparing them with a jacket that already fits well can add helpful context. The comparison is most meaningful when both garments are measured in the same way; a flat measurement across the chest is not the same as a measurement taken around the body. Length deserves its own attention, too, since two jackets with similar chest measurements may have noticeably different proportions. The clothing expected underneath is another part of evaluating fit, not a reason to assume that every style will fit the same way. When trying on a jacket, viewing it fastened and unfastened can reveal differences that are less obvious in a photograph. The neckline, sleeves and hem should be considered together rather than as separate details. Fabric composition is another individual consideration, especially for shoppers with established material preferences. The information listed for each garment provides the basis for that comparison; the word “active” alone does not identify what a jacket is made from. Care deserves the same attention before a choice is made. Someone who prefers a simple clothing-care routine may weigh the listed instructions differently from someone accustomed to caring for garments in several ways. Cleaning and drying should follow the garment’s care label, rather than assumptions based on its appearance or another jacket’s instructions. Construction information, where provided, can also help shoppers understand an individual garment more clearly. Looking after clothing over time begins with knowing its specific requirements. Together, these details make comparison more grounded, with the emphasis on the jacket itself and the wearer’s preferences rather than a broad promise about the entire category.

A spring jacket can also be a thoughtful gift when the recipient’s style and sizing are familiar. A partner, sibling or friend may have clear preferences that are easy to recognize: a particular jacket length, an understated appearance or a consistent way of putting outfits together. Paying attention to those habits is usually more useful than choosing something that reflects the giver’s own taste. A favorite jacket can offer clues, especially when its size and measurements are known, although the details of the new choice still deserve a separate look. For someone whose preferences are less familiar, asking about fit and care expectations can keep the decision personal without relying on guesswork. The same thinking applies when choosing a jacket for oneself. A useful starting point is the wardrobe already in place: which silhouettes appear most often, which details consistently appeal and which clothing-care routines fit everyday life. This is not about making every garment match. It is about recognizing the choices that already feel right and considering how another piece relates to them. The Spring Athletic Jackets collection provides another way to explore this seasonal outerwear category, with individual descriptions supplying the details needed for comparison. Browsing with a few clear preferences in mind can make those details easier to assess without reducing the decision to a single feature. A jacket’s appearance may first catch someone’s attention, but its measurements, composition and care requirements help complete the picture. For a gift recipient, that attention shows consideration for the person behind the choice. For a personal wardrobe, it supports a selection that feels deliberate rather than disconnected from everything else in the closet. Spring active jackets belong in that broader conversation about quality, personal style and the shared enjoyment of the outdoors. The most meaningful choice is one made with a clear understanding of the individual garment and an equally clear sense of the person who will wear it.
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