Customer Reviews Arc'teryx Covert Cardigan

I've just had my Convert Cardigan for several weeks, so I can't comment on durability. I'm sure, based on experience with past Arcteryx products, this will not be an issue. The fit of the Cardigan is on the larger side. I am 6'2" tall and weight 187 lbs. I wear a size medium, which fits me perfectly. This is despite the fact that I wear a size large in nearly every other Arcteryx piece I own. Despite having to size down, it is the perfect balance between comfort, performance, and looks. I use this, mainly, as an everyday jacket, but occasionally will wear it under a rain shell when hiking. It works perfectly for this. I get many compliments on its appearance. The way Arcteryx can make a fleece jacket look like a wool sweater is pretty awesome. All-in-all, I'm really happy with it. It is quickly becoming my most used piece of Arcteryx kit.

this is such a nice jacket for after a workout. I love to toss it in my workout bag and put it on after. it's great quality and not too heavy.

A male friend had a Covert Cardigan that looked so good I wanted one. I couldn't figure out what I was looking for so I called customer service and described it and voila the rep knew exactly the style. The jacket is a slim fit. It is soft next to the skin but substantial like a warm blanket. Not a fleece, more like a boiled wool weight, but not scratchy like wool can be. I love my jacket. I bought the Nightshadow, which is a cadet blue. I'd love it in a khaki or olive green (it comes in that color in the men's version.)

Comfortable fleece jacket. Not many features. Pretty straight forward. Expected a little more at this price point. Sleeves a little long. Could be warmer. Decent.

Searched for a while for a nice midlayer to go on hikes and to commute with. Have not had any problems so far with this jacket after using it for a few weeks. When layered properly it does its job well. Have not tried utilising it without an outer hard shell yet so i cannot comment on wind penetration. Overall very nice jacket would recommend!

I love this jacket. I have recieved so many compliments the first day I wore it. It is lightweight and warm. The material is soft. Nicely fitted not too tight around the armpits. I am 150 lbs and a medium fits nicely. I just discovered this brand and I pretty much love all of the line.

Searched for a while for a nice midlayer to go on hikes and to commute with. Have not had any problems so far with this jacket after using it for a few weeks. When layered properly it does its job well. Have not tried utilising it without an outer hard shell yet so i cannot comment on wind penetration. Overall very nice jacket would recommend!

This is the best mid layer I have had. Fit is perfect, super light yet warm. I would buy this again!

Not bad. Nice style. Looks well built. Nice arm length for someone with long arms. Slightly shorter than I would like. at 6'1 a large barely covers my belt. Not as thick as it looks in pictures, and not very warm. No coat hanger loop??? This seems minor but is incredibly annoying. Do they expect me to put this thing on a hanger every time I walk in the door? Maddening.

Not bad. Nice style. Looks well built. Nice arm length for someone with long arms. Slightly shorter than I would like. at 6'1 a large barely covers my belt. Not as thick as it looks in pictures, and not very warm. No coat hanger loop??? This seems minor but is incredibly annoying. Do they expect me to put this thing on a hanger every time I walk in the door? Maddening.

I like the cut and fit of this jacket but if you're looking for a fleece that is closed off to wind then look elsewhere. I don't know if it's the intended property of the fabric weave but it lets even a gently breeze through. In some circumstances this could be beneficial so just be aware of this if you want it as a feature of your fleece. It makes it difficult to recommend honestly as if you wanted to really make use of it in slightly wet and windy conditions you definitely would need a waterproof shell and not rely on it to keep out even the smallest breeze or dampness.

I like the cut and fit of this jacket but if you're looking for a fleece that is closed off to wind then look elsewhere. I don't know if it's the intended property of the fabric weave but it lets even a gently breeze through. In some circumstances this could be beneficial so just be aware of this if you want it as a feature of your fleece. It makes it difficult to recommend honestly as if you wanted to really make use of it in slightly wet and windy conditions you definitely would need a waterproof shell and not rely on it to keep out even the smallest breeze or dampness.

This product is produced in China. My last review was cencored because I stated it, even though it's NOT against the guidelines.

I really like the covert cardigan jacket I purchased in 2014. Fabric and fit was excellent. The cut was perfect in allowing free movement, but still being trim and not baggy. I don't have big biceps, but the design of the 2015/16 product changed slightly and the upper arms are simply too tight. I don't know why Arcteryx did this, but I had to return the jacket because it was simply not as comfortable as the 2014 model.

I purchased the covert cardigan (argent) because I was looking for a new fleece that was warm but also presentable enough to wear in a variety of environments. It fits very well, and I wasn't disappointed! Earlier this year I was packing for a long trip out of the country that would involve a number of multi-day backcountry hikes in chillier climates, including alpine walks in New Zealand. I hesitated whether to bring the covert cardigan as I knew it would be subject to rough treatment and many, many days of wear. In the end, I brought it because not only would it keep me warm, it also looks good enough to wear in town, to casual restaurants, etc. While I didn't hike in my covert cardigan, it became a key peace of evening attire, keeping me warm after a long day on the trail, and often through the night if really cold. I wore this fleece almost daily for months and was thoroughly impressed with its durability, warmth, and odour resistance. (I have experienced minimal pilling of the fabric, but considering how often I have worn the garment, it is very minimal.) This fleece is now a valued part of my cold weather travelling kit and I would absolutely purchase it again.

I purchased the covert cardigan (argent) because I was looking for a new fleece that was warm but also presentable enough to wear in a variety of environments. It fits very well, and I wasn't disappointed! Earlier this year I was packing for a long trip out of the country that would involve a number of multi-day backcountry hikes in chillier climates, including alpine walks in New Zealand. I hesitated whether to bring the covert cardigan as I knew it would be subject to rough treatment and many, many days of wear. In the end, I brought it because not only would it keep me warm, it also looks good enough to wear in town, to casual restaurants, etc. While I didn't hike in my covert cardigan, it became a key peace of evening attire, keeping me warm after a long day on the trail, and often through the night if really cold. I wore this fleece almost daily for months and was thoroughly impressed with its durability, warmth, and odour resistance. (I have experienced minimal pilling of the fabric, but considering how often I have worn the garment, it is very minimal.) This fleece is now a valued part of my cold weather travelling kit and I would absolutely purchase it again.

This is a generous top, and nicely tailored, but the sleeves are fingertip length--way too long.

C'est le meilleur produit que j'aie eu comme polar. Je le recommande tous mes amis.

Love this fleece. I have worn it almost every day for a year. I am getting a second one.

Very nice all-around jacket for casual wear. Good looking, non-binding, with a reasonable price.

A warm cardigan that is good as a layer with jacket for cold conditions

Well made, perfect fit. A great item to layer under my hard shell jacket

This is a very comfortable top to wear anywhere I'm going. This is the first time I have bought an Arcteryx top. The fit, finish and the pink tulip color are top notch. I happened upon this sweater top when I was walking in DC in August. Even though it was summer I could not resist the gorgeous color. Usually every winter top is in a muted tone but this one caught my eye and I was hooked. My husband also bought a lightweight jacket because he does not like heavy winter jackets. The fit and finish is also great. He has not worn his as yet but it's very soft and looks quite well made.

I own two them (Harvest and Black), I simply loved them. Very confortable, warm and soft. I like the clean and casual look of it. Usaually, I'm wearing Medium, but for this one, it was a better fit in Small size. Highly recommanded.

The previous similar product I bought (2011) was better made. I appreciated the lycra part at the end of sleeves. This is a good product but frankly speaking neck too tight: it is impossible to close. it fit -3 cm in comparison with the previous. 4 stitches also not so well done. What i mean: it is a little "cheap" figuring product considering your brand positioning and the use which is urban style and so to be used in offices etc.