Customers overwhelmingly praise this vest for its exceptional lightweight warmth and packability, with many describing it as an essential layering piece they wear daily. The flattering, non-puffy cut and tailored fit appeal to reviewers who appreciate how it layers seamlessly without bulk. Customers highlight secure zippered pockets and thoughtful design details, with many owning multiple versions in different colors and expressing strong brand loyalty. A small number note the newer version feels thinner and less structured than prior models, and a few mention stiff collar fabric or minor pilling. Despite these minor concerns, most consider it a versatile wardrobe staple worth repurchasing.
This lightweight vest is warm and comfortable to wear.
Bunny
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 28, 2026
a miss
Weight: 100-110 lbs
Height: 5'2"
Size Purchased: Small
Fit: Too large
Used for: Casual or Every Day, Running or Fitness
not the same as previous fleece-lined vest garments - this is too boxy....... and does not have a two-way zipper -
Response from L.L.Bean
July 2, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service Team
Thank you for review. We've forwarded your feedback to the product team and we're glad you were able to return the vest.
quilterbean
berkshires, MA
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 13, 2026
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'4"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
This is my second of these vests! They are very comfortable and provide that extra warmth. Lots of pockets especially without looking bulky, great when traveling!
Kathy
Boston
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 12, 2026
Versatile and Flattering Vest for Year Round Use
Weight: 120-130 lbs
Height: 5'3"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day, Running or Fitness
I love this vest, the lack of puffiness makes for a very flattering look. The vest is the perfect weight to use the vest all year. In New Hampshire, even summer has nights that ar
Susan C
New London, NH
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 7, 2026
Large arm holes, small chest area
Weight: 150-160 lbs
Height: 5'6"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day, Running or Fitness
Great quality vest but designed for women with a small chest only. I would have loved to use it as a layering over a sweatshirt or sweater type vest, and the armholes were sized ve
ThreeStyle
MA
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 3, 2026
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'3"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Used for: Travel, Hiking
I bought this for a trip to Alaska. It was the perfect part of my layers.
Perfect
Buffalo, NY
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 15, 2026
Love this vest!
Weight: 120-130 lbs
Height: 5'3"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Used for: Travel, Casual or Every Day
I purchased this vest before traveling to Europe. It packs easily and I lived in it. It provides a comfortable layer of warmth without being bulky and is attractive.
I highly recom
PA
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 9, 2026
White vest
Fit: True to size
I bought this vest because my down vest was done! I love wearing this vest it’s easy to pack, surprisingly warm and provides white warm highlight color!
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 8, 2026
Bring Back the Prior Version!
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
In 2020 I bought the prior version in black in the regular medium size. Compared to this new version, the prior version seems thicker and is definitely more structured with a flatt
LoyalOne
Ann Arbor, Michigan
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★★★★★★★★★★
April 28, 2026
Perfect for anyone
Fit: True to size
This was a gift for someone who lives where the temperature fluctuates and they love the outdoors. Having owned one myself it was an easy decision especially for all the zippered
Twiggy
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★★★★★★★★★★
April 11, 2026
The perfect vest!!
Weight: 110-120 lbs
Height: 5'6"
Size Purchased: X-Small
Used for: Travel, Casual or Every Day, Running or Fitness, Snowshoeing, Yoga, Camping, Hiking
I LOVE the primaloft vests! This is my 4th!! Perfect for hiking, walking, a warm layering piece. Keep putting out new colors! A red would nice!!
Hikermom
Orrington, Maine
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★★★★★★★★★★
April 8, 2026
Worth the Price
Just what I needed..lightweight, warm, and not too long.
Momo
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★★★★★★★★★★
March 13, 2026
Love it!
Weight: 180-190 lbs
Height: 5'7"
Size Purchased: X-Large
Used for: Casual or Every Day, Camping
Love it! Light weight, warm. I love that I pack it up and can take it easily anywhere.
Massachusetts
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★★★★★★★★★★
February 6, 2026
Very light, comfortable and warm.
Weight: 130-140 lbs
Height: 5'4"
Size Purchased: Large
Used for: Cycling
Very light and comfortable and warm. Excellent for layering.
Holly
South Carolina
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★★★★★★★★★★
January 28, 2026
Perfect so very glad to find
Size Purchased: Medium
Perfect so glad to find a lightweight vest that comes in a petite size. Highly recommend.
Mely
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★★★★★★★★★★
January 27, 2026
Nice vest
Weight: 120-130 lbs
Height: 5'5"
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day
Lightweight and packs small, but for the price it should have a two-way zipper. 5’5’. 125. Medium fit me fine.
Margo W
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★★★★★★★★★★
January 24, 2026
Nice vest
Size Purchased: X-Large
I wanted a white (not a puffer) vest for some additional warmth. Really like the vest, I just wish the logo wasnt so prominently placed on the chest area. Other than that its ex
Jujuinseattle
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★★★★★★★★★★
January 16, 2026
Lightweight warm and soft!
Weight: 150-160 lbs
Height: 5'7"
Size Purchased: Large
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day, Hiking
I love it! I thought it cost less but realized how much it was at checkout. I’m glad I spent the money it’s going to last!
Lisa
Northern VT
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★★★★★★★★★★
January 8, 2026
Warm and fit
Weight: 120-130 lbs
Height: 5'0"
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Relaxing, Casual or Every Day, Hiking
A warm, comfortable vest with a good fit, not too bulky
Nutritionist
SE Tennee
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★★★★★★★★★★
January 5, 2026
Comparing the Prior Model Primaloft Vest
Height: 5'5"
Size Purchased: Large
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day, Camping
Primaloft vests are a wardrobe staple for me. I ordered this vest in the white (sea salt), a good basic color. Ignoring the brand logo which is a bit too prominent, I loved the c
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