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The 11 Best North Face Jackets For the 2025 Winter Season

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It’s beginning to look a lot like winter wonderland. Okay, I might be a tad bit too early, but it is an unspoken fashion rule that you have to shop for clothes a season early, and just about everyone needs a winter jacket whether you live in a place that experiences a cooler season, or plan to travel to one. So why not start looking at some of the best North Face jackets to pair with your winter pants and boots? For more than fifty years, The North Face has been making activewear and outdoor sports gear that exceeds expectations, and one of their specialties are, of course, winter jackets. While the brand has always been quite popular, you could credit the 1990s for taking things to the next level. In the '90s, North Face jackets could be seen on many hip-hop and R&B figures. Since the '90s and Y2K is experiencing a resurgence, I figured I'd roundup the best North Face jackets for the season ahead.

Below is a compiled list of multiple jackets from the brand that ranges in style and technicality for this upcoming winter. Whether it's the brand's North Face Highrail Fleece jacket ($160) or the North Face 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket ($330), I think they're all pretty great.

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The Best North Face Jackets:

1. North Face Highrail Fleece Jacket

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Best Fleece Jacket

  • Temperature rating: Warmer
  • Material: 67 percent organic cotton woven, 33 percent recycled fleece
  • Sizes available: S-XXL

The classic urban style jacket that never ever gets outdated and looks aged. Made with 67 percent organic cotton and 33 percent fleece, the features on the Highrail Fleece are endless starting with comfortable lining that generates warmth, and ending with the layering ability. You've got multiple different colors and sizing options available, giving you a variety of selections for everybody. The pockets are limitless as well, with two hand pockets and a sleeve pocket. Plus, the comfort is supreme making this one of my favorite TNF jackets at the moment.

SHOP NOW AT NORTH FACE, $160

2. North Face Printed 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket

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Best Classic Option

  • Temperature rating: Warmest
  • Material: 100 percent Recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent, recycled nylon taffeta
  • Sizes available: XXS-3XL

The topic of which North Face jacket has the best colorway is obviously debatable, but the 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket certainly has to be up for discussion as it's one of the brand's all-time classics. Made with recycled nylon, it keeps you warm with its 700 fill goose down, relaxed with its boxy silhouette and protects against the rain with the Non-PFC DWR. You can adjust the jacket to your liking with the Shockcord at the hem along with the adjustable hook-and-loop cuff tabs present on the jacket, and there's pockets you can store your hands into should you forget your gloves. Multiple color choices come with the 1996 Retro Nuptse at the moment, with the jacket being priced at $330.

SHOP NOW AT NORTH FACE, $330

3. North Face McMurdo Bomber

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Best Hooded Option

  • Temperature rating: Warmest
  • Material: 100 percent recycled nylon woven with non-PFC durable water-repellent, elastane, acrylic
  • Sizes available: XS-3XL

With plenty of sizes available, there's plenty of McMurdo Bombers to go around, which is a testament to it being one of the best North Face jacket options available. Clocking in with high ratings, this jacket is also made with the 100 percent recycled nylon woven TNF is known for, along with a small bit of elastane on the rib of the jacket and some sprinklings of acrylic on the faux fur. Along with the waterproof element provided by TNF's DryVent 2L shell, you'll also be kept cozy with the jackets 600 fill recycled waterfowl down. The hood can be removed and reattached to your liking, and there's two patch chest pockets to store some of your smaller essentials. 

SHOP NOW AT NORTH FACE, $350

4. Men’s Junction Insulated Jacket

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Most Affordable Option

  • Temperature rating: Warmer
  • Material: 100 percent recycled polyester plain weave with non-PFC durable water-repellent
  • Sizes available: S-3XL

If you are looking to keep your spending $100 or under, there's several options available on The North Face website as well including the Men's Junction Insulated Jacket.While at first glance this may look like a rather light jacket not capable of keeping you warm in cold conditions, this jacket is actually insulated with the brand's Heatseeker Eco synthetic insulation. Adding to the warmth are its water-repellent capabilities, meaning you won't have to worry about staying cozy and dry when the weather is anything but.

SHOP NOW AT THE NORTH FACE, $100

5. The North Face Summit Series Pumori Down Parka

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Best Splurge

  • Temperature rating: Warmest
  • Material: 100 percent recycled nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent 
  • Sizes available: S-XL

If you are going to splurge, you might as well go big right? The Summit Series Pumori Down Parka is deemed as “high performance gear for high altitudes,” and delivers waterproof protection from just about any scenario you can think of. You'll stay warm with the 800-fill ProDown, along with the incorporation of TNF's Cloud Down construction, which helps with reducing cold spots. If needed, there's a helmet-compatible hood, and zip pockets to go along with two internal mesh drop pockets. The jacket also features an adjustable internal hem cinch-cord that has a riveted cord lock, along with plenty of other features that will come in handy.

SHOP NOW AT BACKCOUNTRY, $650

6. North Face Aconcagua 3 Jacket

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A Technical Option

  • Temperature rating: Warmer
  • Material: 100 percent recycled polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent
  • Sizes available: S-XXL

There’s just something about colorful jackets during the winter season that really pop. From an optics standpoint, it’s the perfect visual combo (especially when paired with a snowy background). One of the best jackets from North Face all-around, is the Men’s Aconcagua 3, which is crafted with recycled polyester for the sustainability element. Sporting a unique combination of fully recycled 600-fill down and synthetic insulation on the inner part of the jacket, you'll certainly stay warm and toasty while wearing. Also keeping you warm and toasty is the zoned sheet insulation in the shoulders and underarm regions, which insulates while giving you plenty of movement.

SHOP NOW AT NORTH FACE, $200

7. North Face GTX Mountain Guide Insulated Jacket

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Best Insulated Jacket

  • Temperature rating: Warmer
  • Material: 100 percent Recycled polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent
  • Sizes available: S-3XL

Speaking of insulated jackets from The North Face, here is the Men’s GTX Mountain Guide Insulated Jacket, which is loaded with 100 percent recycled polyester, 600-fill down to ensure warmness. If that isn't enough, you've also got the GORE-TEX 2L shell fabric to keep the water away. And if that isn't enough, there are multiple pockets (including two in the front) to go along with a storm flap that has a snap closure. The pit-zip venting allows for breathability so that you aren't too hot, and the fit is a relaxed one. I've also never heard of the GTX Mountain Guide Jacket not keeping anyone warm, so there is also that.

SHOP NOW AT NORTH FACE, $250

8. North Face HMLYN Baltoro Jacket

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Best Newer Arrival

  • Temperature rating: Warmest
  • Material: 100 percent recycled nylon ripstop with durable water-repellent
  • Sizes available: M-XXL

The Men’s HMLYN Baltoro Jacket is brand new to The North Face lineup and ready to rock with its sturdy composition and 600-fill down insulation. The jacket is both wind and water-proof, has internal chest pockets, a removable hood and two internal mesh pockets amongst other specs that add to its technicality. Pricing sits under $500, which is reasonable for a jacket of its make up.

SHOP NOW AT NORTH FACE, $440

9. North Face Explore Farther Parka

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Best Parka

  • Temperature rating: Warmest
  • Material: 73 percent nylon, 27 percent cotton
  • Sizes available: S-3XL

Taking it back to the retro look with its 70s design meets modern tech crafting, this North Face Parka is actually a slightly different make up than some of its counterparts as there are roughly 27 percent of cotton incorporated in its design along with the recycled nylon. The jacket also meets the requirements of being wind and water-resistant along with those sleek hand pockets that were popular in the '70s. The puffiness of the style will keep you warm, and there's also an option to remove/add back on the hood trim like some of the other jackets I've included.

SHOP NOW AT NORTH FACE, $300

10. North Face Dragline Shell Jacket

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Best New Arrival

  • Temperature rating: Warmest
  • Material: 100 percent recycled polyester
  • Sizes available: S-3XL

The bad boy is a new arrival and bound to sellout quickly. Crafted with the standard 100% recycled polyester along with its other sustainable TNF companions, alongside an insulation that keeps you super warm even when your jacket has gotten wet. There is the option of whether you want a smoky brown or plum color, and other neat features such as the stow chest pockets and detachable hood.

SHOP NOW AT NORTH FACE, $450

11. North Face Junction Insulated Hoodie

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Best Insulated Hoodie

  • Temperature rating: Warmer
  • Material: 100 percent recycled polyester
  • Sizes available: S-3XL

The insulated hoodie is cool and cutting-edge with a standard and flattering cut that accentuates the back and shoulders nicely. You certainly won't have to worry about freezing, and the Non-PFC DWR protects water. There are also multiple pockets to work with, and tons of color options available. Plus, the under $150 price tag makes it one of the brand's more affordable jackets.

SHOP NOW AT NORTH FACE, $140
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