Running vests are my favorite fall and early winter running accessory. They are perfect for layering on a chilly morning while allowing your arms freedom to move. Check out my top picks for the best running vests for fall 2022. This post may contain affiliate links.
Top Picks for running vests
Brooks Run Visible Insulated Vest
Wind and water resistant with a quilted feel. 3 pockets and lots of reflective detail. This vest is perfect for early morning runners who want to be seen. This vest is my favorite addition for this season. Fits true to size.
Stylish and warm without the bulky feel. This vest will take you into early winter. With 5 pockets to hold your gloves, keys, or phone, you can’t go wrong with the great fall color. I can’t wait to wear it!
Athleta Stroll Fleece Moto Vest
A new style this year, this fleece vest is super soft and cozy. 2 zip pockets, and runs slightly large. It is available in 2 great fall colors and would also be perfect to wear with jeans. I am in love with this green shade.
Lululemon Down for it all vest
A best-seller every year. This cozy slim-fit vest is designed for runners. It is windproof and water resistant with 2 zipped hand pockets. This one will take you through even the coldest runs.
Sweaty Betty Accelerate Running vest
Slim fitting, lightweight, and water resistant this stylish vest has a packable hood. Insider tip it’s currently on sale. If you have not tried Sweaty Betty yet, run don’t walk to their website.
Wondering if a running vest is something you will wear? If you live in a colder climate, you most likely have a number of jackets. Why wear a running vest? They provide warmth to your core while giving you the freedom to move your arms around. Vests (like the Brooks one above) have great reflective designs to make sure you are seen. Running vests will keep you dry in light rain or snow as well as give you some wind resistance. Running vests are a great addition to any runner’s wardrobe.
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I like the look of that first Brooks vest!
Vests are so practical for autumn weather and yet I don’t have one in my running wardrobe. I should get one!
The high visiblity is fantastic and it’s so comfortable. They are so versatile
I do love vests. I have a Skirtsports one I wear when it’s cold. And a few from Target.
The ones you shared look nice.
They are really nice and I look forward to wearing them often this fall and winter
A huge whopping YES to the vest! They are a staple in my wardrobe, and not just for running. I hate the underarm bulk of a jacket, so vests (in varying degrees of warmth) are my go-to, even in the winter.
Agreed! I love them for all the same reasons
I’ve run in fleece vests before but this is the first time I’ve run in a padded vest. I love the Run Visible vest!
It has not been cold enough to run in the padded vest yet but I love the feel of it
I haven’t run in the Run Visible vest yet but Im so excited to try it! I dont have alot of vests so I think this will be a good addition to my running wardrobe.
I am looking forward to running in it as well it is so comfy
I run warm already so a vest is the perfect go-to as temps start to drop! I’m loving the look of the LuLuLemon for sure!
You can’t go wrong with any of them. Thanks for stopping by
I never think of running w a vest. I do have the lululemon one but I think it’s way to nice to get it all sweaty….lol.
ha they are so great for fall and winter running and also just to wear around
So cute!
We don’t really go through vest season here. They are cute, but a big investment when I don’t really need one. Then again, WANTING one is another thing!
No, I don’t think you need them down there! They are cute though
Although it’s never cold enough for me to wear a running vest, the vests you have showcased here, have me wanting to buy one! LOL. I love those that come with the reflective detail – very practical and yet stylish too.
No, I don’t think you ever need one but they are a great accessory