P.E Nation
Venture Snap-Button High-Pile Fleece Jacket
CA$185.00CAD
In Stock
This is a women's snap-button high-pile fleece jacket from P.E Nation, made from 100% recycled polyester fleece. It features a full-length snap placket, stand collar, raglan sleeves, side slit pockets, inner patch pockets, and elastic-bound edges for a regular fit. Designed for warmth as an outer layer, it includes an embroidered tonal chest logo and is part of the sustainability-focused Vision program.
- Material
- Recycled polyester high pile fleece
- Style
- casual, sporty, minimal
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Color
Blue
Size
MEDIUMLARGE
Specifications
Ultra-soft recycled polyester fleece jacket with snap-button front and high neck.
Recycled polyester high-pile fleece, tone-on-tone satiny button placket, raglan sleeves, side slit pockets, inner patch pockets.
- Material
- Recycled polyester high pile fleece
- Style
- casual, sporty, minimal
- Occasion
- casual, everyday
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Additional Attributes
- ultra-soft recycled polyester high pile fleece fabric
- button placket with tone-on-tone satiny finish
- full-length snap buttons
- high neck
- side slit pockets
- inner patch pockets
- raglan sleeves
- elastic trimmed edging
- regular fit
- embroidered tonal signature logo at the chest
Product Insights
The Venture Snap-Button High-Pile Fleece Jacket by P.E Nation offers a warmth tradeoff: buyers report comfort in cool fall temps, but wind requires a base layer. Its core promise is sustainable performance, using 100% recycled polyester that cuts energy use by 45–85% and CO₂ by 30–60%, with moisture-wicking breathability. The snap-front satin placket and collar enable smooth layering and selective venting, while raglan sleeves, elastic cuffs and hem prevent bunching during activity. The high-pile fleece compresses easily into a daypack, and a full-length snap closure avoids snagging. Pilling is inherent but mitigated by satin trim; care requires washing inside out and air drying.
Verified claims
- Recycled polyester
- 100% recycled polyester cuts energy use by 45–85% and CO₂ by 30–60%.
- Breathability
- Moisture-wicking high-pile fleece stays comfortable during activity.
- Warmth range
- Buyers report comfort in cool fall temps; wind requires a base layer.
- Warmth features
- Snap closure, stand collar, elastic cuffs, and raglan sleeves optimize warmth retention and venting.
- Placket and collar
- Snap-front satin placket and collar allow smooth layering, selective venting, and two collar styles.
- Fit and mobility
- Raglan sleeves and elastic cuffs and hem prevent riding up and bunching during movement or layering.
- Packability
- The high-pile fleece compresses easily into a daypack without permanent creasing.
- Pilling
- Pilling is inherent; satin trim and snaps prevent fiber catching.
- Care
- Wash inside out and air dry; tumble drying low is not recommended.
- Color
- The Blue option is officially named Marina, a medium-to-dark navy shade.
- Trim contrast
- Satin placket and collar trim in cerulean blue contrast with the fleece body.
- Construction
- Full-length snap front avoids snagging on high-pile fleece
Product record
- Title
- Venture Snap-Button High-Pile Fleece Jacket
- Brand
- P.E Nation
- Price
- 185 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Color 'Marina' accuracy across lighting and retailer images
- Though some retailers simplify to 'Blue', P.E Nation's official color name for this jacket is 'Marina' — a descriptor used consistently across Australian and international stockists, and also featured in the brand's legging range, confirming it is a deliberate, repeatable shade rather than a generic navy.
High-pile fleece warmth, breathability, and long-term care
- The same airy, lightweight structure makes high-pile fleece compressible enough to pack into a daypack or tote without permanent creasing, so this jacket doubles as a portable warmth layer when you're not sure you'll need it.
- Pilling is not a manufacturing defect but the natural result of the short polyester fibers that create the plush surface; friction from seatbelts, backpacks, or rough clothing accelerates it, but it can be managed by turning the jacket inside out for washing and minimizing abrasion in daily use.
- Unlike many synthetic insulators that create a sauna effect, high-pile fleece actively wicks moisture and allows vapor to escape, so the jacket stays comfortable from a brisk walk to a stationary coffee run without needing to unzip.
How raglan sleeves and snap front support mobility and layering
- The raglan sleeve construction — cut from neckline to underarm in one piece — eliminates the shoulder seam, allowing for a full range of arm motion without the jacket pulling up at the hem; originally developed for sport, it ensures the jacket stays in place even during overhead lifts or when layering over bulky sweaters.
- Elastic at the cuffs and hem creates a gentle, stay-put seal that traps body heat and prevents the jacket from bunching under outer layers when used as a mid-layer — a detail that keeps it functional under a shell or over a base layer without adding bulk.
- Unlike a zipper, the full-length snap closure avoids catching the high-pile fleece's fibers — a practical choice that preserves the fabric's plush look and prevents jamming, while also allowing the wearer to quickly pop open just a few snaps to vent excess heat without fully removing the jacket.
- The stand collar can be worn fully snapped for a wind-blocking, cozy turtleneck effect or left open to create a relaxed shawl-collar neckline, giving the jacket two distinct thermal profiles and looks with no zipper hardware to dig in when worn under a hood.
- The satin-finish button placket and collar trim provide a smooth slide path that reduces friction when layering under a shell or over a base layer — a small detail that prevents the fuzzy fleece from catching and makes taking the jacket on and off feel snag-free.
Recycled polyester fleece and environmental impact
- The jacket's high-pile fleece mimics the plush texture and insulating warmth of genuine shearling but is made entirely from recycled polyester, making it a vegan-friendly choice that eliminates the need for animal-derived materials while also reducing reliance on virgin petroleum-based polyester.
- Approximately 98% of recycled polyester is sourced from post-consumer PET bottles, meaning the fleece in this jacket directly diverts plastic packaging from landfills and oceans — each use of recycled material reduces the demand for new petroleum extraction and avoids the energy-intensive synthesis of virgin polymer.
- Because the fleece is 100% recycled polyester, the material's production is associated with 45–85% lower energy consumption and 30–60% fewer CO₂ emissions compared to virgin polyester, according to a meta-analysis of peer-reviewed life cycle assessments — a tangible reduction for the buyer who prioritizes climate impact.
- The molecular structure of recycled PET is identical to virgin polyester after processing, so this fleece jacket provides the same warmth, softness, and durability as a conventional polyester counterpart — the environmental benefit comes without sacrificing performance.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a cropped high-pile fleece jacket in bright blue with a center snap-button placket and contrasting smooth-finish collar and placket trim. Visible vertical seam pockets and a small embroidered chest logo on the wearer's left side.
- Overall silhouetteCropped boxy jacket with long raglan sleeves and slightly elasticated hem, shown on a model from the front.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.66 (medium) - High-pile fleece surfaceExterior has a dense high-pile (teddy) fleece texture covering the body and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (high) - Center placket and snapsVertical smooth-finish placket runs down the center front with visible round snap buttons spaced along it.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.16 · w 0.20 · h 0.56 (high) - Stand collar constructionStand-up collar finished in a smooth, slightly shinier fabric that matches the placket trim.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.08 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high) - Vertical welt pocket seamsVertical pocket seams are visible on each side of the front torso, integrated into the fleece body near the side seams.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.34 (medium); x 0.62 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.34 (medium) - Left-chest embroidered logoSmall embroidered logo on the wearer's left chest area.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.22 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (medium) - Chest logo text“P.E NATION”Partial
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.22 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (medium) - Sleeve cuff finishSleeve ends finished with the same high-pile fleece folded to form a simple cuff edge without visible elastic or ribbing.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.62 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.62 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Hem detailBottom hem sits at the waist with a slightly gathered look, appearing to have an internal elastic or draw but not visible directly.Partial
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.62 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Studio-front product shot on a model against a plain light gray background with soft even lighting; lower torso cropped to show jacket length and hands visible at the sides.
- Background and lightingNeutral light gray background with even studio lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model and poseModel facing forward with arms relaxed at sides, image cropped near mid-thigh to show jacket fit.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.88 (medium) - Visible props or garmentsModel is wearing dark fitted leggings visible below the jacket; these are not part of the product being described.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.68 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high) - Image qualitySharp, high-resolution image with clear texture detail on fleece and smooth surfaces.
Colors
bright sky blue· fleece body and sleeves#64B3F4cerulean blue (satin trim)· center placket and stand collar#4494E3medium blue· snap buttons#449BEBdeep blue· embroidered chest logo#1D4493- Overall silhouetteCropped boxy jacket with long raglan sleeves and slightly elasticated hem, shown on a model from the front.
- 02
Product
Rear three-quarter view of a bright blue high-pile fleece jacket on a model, showing the back panel, collar, long sleeves, raglan-style seams, and an elasticized hem.
- Back panel shapeStraight back panel with a slightly boxy, cropped silhouette that ends at an elasticized hemline.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.62 · h 0.52 (high) - High-pile fleece textureUniform dense, fuzzy high-pile fleece surface covering the entire visible jacket body and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.78 · h 0.78 (high) - Stand collarShort stand-up collar that appears slightly structured and covered in the same high-pile fleece.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.32 · h 0.16 (high) - Raglan seamDiagonal raglan-style seam visible from the collar toward the underarm on the jacket's back.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.16 · w 0.36 · h 0.36 (medium) - Elasticized hem detailHemline gathered with elastic producing a slight puckering at the jacket waist.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.66 · w 0.56 · h 0.16 (high) - Sleeve profileLong, slightly voluminous sleeves tapering to the wrist with the same high-pile texture; left sleeve (model right) rests alongside body.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.34 · w 0.38 · h 0.54 (medium); x 0.60 · y 0.46 · w 0.26 · h 0.46 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral light gray background with a model shown from the rear three-quarter angle; even diffuse lighting and soft shadows define form.
- Model presence and poseFemale model shown from the rear three-quarter view turning head to the left, with one hand relaxed at the side.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.04 · w 0.92 · h 0.92 (high) - Background and lightingEven, neutral light gray seamless background with soft, diffuse studio lighting and minimal shadows.
- Visible non-product garmentDark brown leggings worn by the model are visible below the jacket and are not part of the product.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.76 · w 0.44 · h 0.22 (high)
Colors
bright cornflower blue· fleece body and sleeves- Back panel shapeStraight back panel with a slightly boxy, cropped silhouette that ends at an elasticized hemline.
- 03
Product
Front three-quarter view of a boxy high-pile fleece jacket with visible snap-button placket, stand collar, raglan sleeves, and side pockets; model's right hand is inserted in the right pocket.
- Fleece body textureHigh-pile sherpa-style fleece exterior covering the jacket body and sleeves with a dense, nubby pile texture.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.08 · w 0.56 · h 0.68 (high) - Snap-button placketNarrow smooth-faced placket running down the front with visible round metal snap buttons spaced along its length; placket material contrasts in finish from the fleece.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.60 (high) - Stand collar with snapsShort stand-up collar finished in the same smooth placket material with a visible snap at the throat.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.06 · w 0.25 · h 0.16 (high) - Right side pocket with handSide-entry pocket on the model's right where the model's hand is inserted, creating a slight gather in the fleece at the pocket opening.
1 region
x 0.67 · y 0.52 · w 0.18 · h 0.25 (high) - Left chest markingA small embroidered or stitched mark is visible on the left chest area on the fleece, slightly darker than the fleece pile.Partial
1 region
x 0.57 · y 0.25 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (medium) - Unfastened front stylingJacket is worn open with the placket unbuttoned, revealing inner placket lining and the garment worn underneath.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.20 · w 0.30 · h 0.54 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model from mid-thigh up against a uniform light gray background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows; image is a three-quarter front view cropped near the top of the head and mid-thigh.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from mid-thigh to just above the head in a three-quarter front pose with left shoulder turned slightly back and right hand in the right pocket.
- Background and lightingPlain light gray background with soft diffuse lighting that produces gentle shadows and even illumination on the jacket surface.
- Crop and framingImage cropped near the top of the model's head and at mid-thigh, showing the jacket front and part of the underlayer and pants.
Colors
bright sky blue· fleece exterior#7BBDFBmedium azure blue· placket and collar lining#63ACF3- Fleece body textureHigh-pile sherpa-style fleece exterior covering the jacket body and sleeves with a dense, nubby pile texture.
Documents & Data
Q&A
3 answered- Is this fleece jacket lined? What weight fleece (e.g., 200gsm) is used? Would it be suitable for temps around 10-15°C?
- The product data does not indicate a lining or specify the fleece weight (gsm). High-pile fleece jackets like this are typically unlined. For 10-15°C, this jacket would work as a mid-layer with a base layer, but may not be warm enough alone in wind. Customer reviews suggest it's comfortable for cool fall temperatures.
- Can this jacket be machine washed and tumble dried on low? Does the high-pile fleece pill or shed after washing?
- The care instructions state machine wash cold, do not bleach, dry in the shade, and iron with or without steam. Tumble drying on low is not recommended as it may damage the high-pile fleece. Regarding pilling or shedding, polyester fleece can pill over time with friction, but no specific customer feedback is available in the listing.
- How does the blue color compare to the product photos? Is it a true navy or more of a cobalt blue?
- The product color is listed simply as 'Blue' with no further shade description. Based on the product image shown in the listing, it appears to be a medium to dark blue, likely closer to a true navy than a bright cobalt. We recommend viewing the item in person if color accuracy is critical.