AD | With most of the UK COVID-imposed restrictions lifted in July, we couldn’t wait to start planning some more trips away. Staycations in Cornwall in the main, because you just don’t know how quickly these overseas traffic light bands will change, do you? And with wet weather being a sad fact of life here in the UK, both in summer and in winter, my recent discovery of the wonderful GAMMA jacket couldn’t have come at a better time. Here’s how travelling light with one of the best all weather jackets for women makes packing easy. Because it turns out you don’t need a plethora of jackets to stay protected from the rain and/or cold weather, just the right one.
Why is GAMMA one of the best all weather jackets for women?
Having had so many perfect family holidays and overseas travel plans fall through because of the pandemic, we’ve been re-learning how to pack for a trip in the UK. And trying to streamline our suitcases, and bring fewer unnecessary items for shorter trips. So a waterproof jacket that doubles up as a winter jacket but doesn’t weigh a ton feels like the Holy Grail. Enter the GAMMA, an all weather jacket that’s infused with a layer of graphene, one of the lightest and toughest materials around. And graphene is what makes Gamma unlike any other all weather jacket.
What is graphene?
Graphene is a nano-lattice – just one atom thick, yet it’s stronger than diamond. Known as “supreme graphene” for its long list of properties and benefits, this Nobel-prize winning compound is the thinnest, strongest, and most flexible known material. Fun fact: two layers of graphene are strong enough to stop a bullet. Although GAMMA uses one layer, so don’t go relying on it as a bullet proof vest…
How does GAMMA work as a cold weather coat?
Weighing less than a pound, GAMMA is extremely lightweight and thin, so it fits into smaller backpacks, travel bags, and cases with ease. As it works for both cold and warm environments, this really does make it one of the best all weather jackets for women as you can forego any others, saving precious storage space.
Graphene’s thermal properties adapt to your body almost like a second skin, moving heat through its latticed structure, evenly distributing it around your body. In cold weather, the jacket will trap your body heat within its layers, and in warm weather, it expels heat and wicks away moisture to keep you cool. But if body heat alone isn’t enough to keep you warm in winter weather, the built in heating elements (powered by any USB power bank) will warm up the jacket to a toasty 40 degrees Celsius. You can even choose from 3 different temperature settings for maximum comfort, making GAMMA one of the best winter jackets for women.
Is GAMMA a good quality waterproof jacket?
As you would expect from an all climate jacket, GAMMA’s graphene lattice is extremely resistant to outside interferences like wind and rain. The light outer fabric ensures that the jacket stays windproof and waterproof, and its adjustable hood and drawstrings ensures optimal weather protection from all the elements. It also has a rain hem and a high collar for maximum coverage.
Plus, unlike GORE-TEX, whose waterproofing can eventually wear down, you can put GAMMA through the washing machine as often as you like, it won’t affect the graphene. Nor will washing affect the heating elements, as they’re all sealed within the jacket. So no more costly in-wash waterproofing sprays and separate wash cycles make this another reason why GAMMA is one of the best all weather jackets for women.
Is GAMMA comfortable to wear?
GAMMA is light, durable, and yet comfortable to wear, unlike traditional plastics-based materials that work well in the local climate. It’s similar to wearing a hypoallergenic cotton hoody, just with added rain proofing, UV protection, and heat insulation. And a ton of useful pockets as well, making it a really good, functional, warm waterproof jacket.
Because when you’re travelling, backpacks can store a lot, but you can’t carry all that gear for all trips. What about when you want to pop to the shops, for example? Where will you put your phone, wallet, keys, and any other must have travel gadgets? Luckily, GAMMA has a total of ten pockets, strategically placed around the body for maximum storage space. While some of the inner pockets may taken up by the batteries powering the in-built heating elements, there’s still plenty of room to carry phones, money, keys, and other bits and bobs safely and securely.
Where can I order a GAMMA all weather jacket for women?
If having an all weather jacket that’s versatile and tailored to replace multiple garments for simpler travelling sounds good to you, you can learn more about graphene and order your GAMMA jacket at Wear Graphene. Oh, and just in case you’re feeling generous, the good news is GAMMA make the best all weather jackets for men too! Now there’s no excuse not to travel light, wherever you go and whatever the weather 🙂
Do you think you’d like to try a GAMMA? Have you ever worn a heated coat before? What kind of waterproof jacket do you normally pack when you travel?
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This fabric sounds amazing and one I need to look out for here in Canada. Thanks for sharing this Lisa.
Doesn’t it just though? Such a technologically advanced jacket!
Thank you for this, I am in need of a new coat! I love the outdoors and always do my best to travel light.
Oh that’s great timing then, I’m so pleased.
This is actually my first time hearing about GAMMA women jacket but it sounds so good. The fact that it is waterproof, is a comfortable jacket and has a ton of useful pockets as well. You’ve bought me in already haha. I’ll check it out. Thank you for sharing. x
That’s so good to hear, Ruth, thank you very much! Yes, I think GAMMA really is the perfect all weather jacket, so clever 🙂 x
Great post! I hadn’t heard of this product before but this sounds like such an amazing coat which I’ll be sure to check out! Thanks for sharing x
Thank you – and yes, it’s one of a kind for sure! x
Amazing article, it looks stylish and in the same time is very beneficial. thank you for sharing!
You’re welcome, it’s a great jacket 🙂
Great post! I like to wear light jackets instead of heavy winter coats, and I’ve finally got one I like (that I stole off my mum haha) 🙂 thanks for sharing Lisa x
Ah, well, in that case, your mum needs a new jacket now! x
Lovely, this weather is so unpredictable, I never know what to leave the house with so I need a really nice light weight rain jacket. Glorious English summer, eh?
Rosie
Yes, it’s always an adventure with the British summer!
This looks and sounds like a great jacket! I am after something similar myself and this sounds dreamy to say the least Lisa! Thank you for sharing it x
Oh, that’s great timing, Simona, I hope this will fit the bill for you! x
I like the look of this jacket, and, of course how techy is as well. I did not know about it, so thanks for sharing these details, it’s very interesting indeed.
It’s a really hi-tech jacket, isn’t it? Very cool!
Oooh I feel like we all need a good jacket, but I’m definitely going to chck this one out!
It’s a great jacket, hope you like it 🙂
These are lovely jackets for all weathers, I do like having a proper raincoat and waterproof coat at hand during the rainy and wintry months! x
Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk
Yes, I do too – but this is such a bonus that you can heat it up as well! x
This jacket sounds incredible! The USB powered heating system is amazing. I actually had no idea that jackets like this existed!
https://www.femaleoriginal.com
Me neither, especially ones you can run through the washing machine as well!
I love the sounds of this jacket! I am not a big fan of bulky coats, even if they are warm, so this sounds like a good, weatherproof alternative that has a great cut and style!
Thanks so much for sharing. <3
I’m not a fan of looking like the Michelin Man either, so I think this jacket is a great option too 🙂
Ooh, I absolutely love light weight jackets! I hate carrying around heavy jackets so this would be suitable for me. I need a mew winter jacket so this is lovely! Thanks for sharing xx
Lynn | https://www.lynnmumbingmejia.com
Excellent timing then, thank you, Lynn, it sounds like it’s a good fit for you! x
This sounds like the perfect jacket for a UK break or our weather in general! Fab post x
Absolutely, it’s tailor-made for the UK 🙂 x
Wow, the GAMMA looks perfect for exploring in all the crazy weather we get here in the UK. Love the style of it, too – great design. Thanks for sharing!
It’s such a clever concept, isn’t it? Perfect for the UK weather!
These jackets sound absolutely amazing for Winter! I’m always that person who never wears enough clothes when it’s cold out, so a jacket like this would be perfect for me haha!
Don’t they just? And yes, the inbuilt heating elements mean you don’t need to wear lots of layers! x
This jacket sounds wonderful! I like that it is lightweight and has lot of pockets.
xoxo
Lovely
http://www.mynameislovely.com
It sounds amazing, doesn’t it? 🙂
This sounds great. I need a new waterproof jacket as mine is getting a bit tatty now.
Thank you, Nikki, this is certainly a fab jacket 🙂
I haven’t heard of graphene before but this sounds like a great jacket – looks very practical! thanks for sharing! 🙂
Hope you are having a good weekend 🙂 We enjoyed the warmer weather at the park yesterday, such a nice day for winter!
I know, it’s really smart tech, isn’t it? We did, thank you, glad you had some good weather too 🙂
I never heard about graphene before, but it sounds like an amazing material for a jacket and love how it can be used both in warm and cold weather, something to check out for sure! x
It’s really amazing, isn’t it? Who knew such a thing was even possible! x
This jacket sounds amazing. Besides it also looks stylish and practical. We have plans to travel in September and I am searching for jackets already. Will check this one out. 🙂
Ooooh, exciting to have travel plans! Happy jacket shopping, I think this one would be perfect 🙂
It sounds like an amazing fabric
Doesn’t it just!