Customer Reviews Columbia Benton Springs™ Vest

The cut was shorter and wider than what I prefer.

Third color of the sane item. Love vests when the weather doesn't need a full coat with sleeves.

For reference, i m 5'1" height and 143 lbs weight. I bought the grey color and P/L size in benton fleece half sleeves jacket. Pros: The fabric is soft, color is a nice grey not dull. Zipper is good. Covers my back and protects it from cold wind. Cons: it runs little large, i should have gone with P/M. But i shopped online and not sure of my size. But i wear it at home so big problem. Its serving its purpose of keeping me cozy with freedom to move my arms with the weight of a full sleeves jacket.

Am replacing an old one and this one doesn't seem as well made

I normally wear a medium in most tops, but I ordered a large knowing that Columbia fleece items tend to run small. I'm around 5'6", 130lbs and a large works, a medium would've been too small.

Nice soft fleece vest! I have an older Columbia fleece vest that I wear all the time, both inside and outside. I wanted another similar one. This is a bit lighter weight but still feels like it will be warm. Based on the size chart I ordered an XL when I normally wear a size large. It is big, but I can't be sure the size L would have been too small? The biggest part is the armholes which I may end up altering. It is a nice extra layer that would work for inside. For outside it would work as a casual outer layer on a cool day. Perhaps it could be worn for an active sport such as XC skiing as an extra outside layer.

I like the Vest, but it's a little large in the bust area. I'm 5 foot two and my bust size is a little large. Overall the quality is excellent and I will keep my best. Maybe it will shrink a little bit after I wash it.

I bought this for running in chilly weather. I couldn't find a vest for under $100. I would have preferred something un-fleece, but for the price, I will deal with it and just wash as needed. I didn't expect it to protect against wind, but it does a better job than I thought. Fit seems a bit larger than expected, but not too much. Will be perfectly after washing. A great value- well made and does exactly what I want.

I purchased this vest to wear around the house for a bit more warmth and for the pockets for my phone and chapstick! I would have liked for this vest to be a bit thicker. Ironically, I purchased the fleece jacket for my 6 year old and that to me was the perfect fleece weight! I will keep it as it’s on sale and I do need another vest but will probably wear it over my sweatshirts rather than a long sleeve T-shirt.

Vest is Soft, and Mid-weight. Just wish the Black didn't look a tad bit gray. Wish this was a little thicker, my Benton Spring Jackets that I have purchased in the store seem as if the material is thicker on them than on this vest. Not sure why, as the vest is Benton Springs just like my jackets??? Still would recommend, just be aware.

I love this vest. This is the 3rd one I've ordered. But the color is quite a bit off so that's why it is only getting 4 stars. The vest that I received is a much lighter gray than the one pictured which is more of a medium gray. However, I like it enough to keep it. Please update the photo.

Love fleece vest, keeps your body core warm. The color is a very light pink. I bought a large for a roomy fit. 5'3" 165lbs

Runs slightly big which was surprising, because I normally find that Columbia clothes run really small the last couple years! I also have a broad chest & wear a 38D at the moment. So I sized down to the large and it fits perfectly and still isn't tight at all. I haven't worn it yet since it's summer now but it seems great! I do wish it was lined even if it was with thin material, I think Columbia can do better than this, for the price! but other than that it has an internal pocket which I like! And I'm sure will do it's job!

A tad disappointed with way it fit, at first seemed assymetric armholes, one had ever so slight puckering..... pockets seemed a bit high. For the price, a nice piece

Soft, comfortable, fits as expected however the color is much lighter in person. Was hoping for a darker gray but it is very, very light gray.

Bought this to replace an older Columbia vest that I was starting to have issues with the zipper sticking.

I am 5' 3", 110 lbs and the small fit was true to size, loose enough to allow a thermal shirt underneath, tight enough to keep you warm and not bunch up. The vest provided me with the warmth needed on the slopes. It fit perfectly under my ski shell and is perfect for layering.

I love the vest! Perfect weight, launders well! I returned the vest because it was not black as I ordered. I didn't need two charcoal gray vests...

I got this just because I wanted something for chilly days and this was perfect. True to size for me. One thing that is a little off is the neck is very high. I do love the zip pockets.

This is a nice vest. The fabric is soft and warm. I wish they had made it slightly longer, but I will definitely be wearing it when the colder weather comes, both alone and, later, under my winter coat.

My wife loves it! The color is deep and rich. Looks stylish and durable. A great everyday vest for cool temps.

This is a great vest. I have it in two colors. It adds that 'something' to an outfit that is missing something. And it has large, soft pockets which it always a WIN-WIN for me!

This is a great vest with good featuressecure pockets, washes well, warm fabric weight but not too bulky. It does run a little large, even the XS was loose on me. I wish it came in more colors!

Color is vivid and bright. Warm and cozy. Easy to maintain.

Holds shape and color after many washing. Good length @ mid-hip. The only thing that I do not like is the Columbia logo emblazoned on the front of vest @ lapel height.