Women's Softshell Jackets UTOPY

What is the UTOPY softshell jacket

The UTOPY softshell is a 2-layer performance jacket built for the in-between seasons and conditions where only proper rain will soak you through. The outer layer blocks wind and light showers thanks to its water-repellent finish, while the inner microfleece keeps you warm and wicks away sweat. 4-way stretch gives the jacket flexibility in every direction – it won't restrict your movement when running, cycling or climbing a hill with a rucksack.

Construction: 2-layer softshell

Layer	Material and function
Outer	96% polyester + 4% elastane, 100D fibre, 4-way stretch, water-repellent finish
Inner	100% polyester microfleece with anti-pilling finish (won't pill even after dozens of washes)

Construction details

Slightly fitted cut – follows your silhouette without being skin-tight
Full-length reverse coil zip with chin guard – stops your chin getting caught in the zip
Hood and hem with elastic drawcord adjustment – to adjust in wind or rain
Hook-and-loop adjustable cuffs – a closer seal against the wind
Side pockets with reverse coil zips – handy for keys and phone
Chest pocket – quick-access storage
Shaped, slightly longer back – protects your lower back and doesn't ride up when you sit
Neutral size label at the side of the neckline – won't irritate your neck while you wear it

Water-repellent finish – what it means

The water-repellent (DWR) finish on the outer layer makes water droplets run off the surface instead of soaking in. It is not a fully waterproof jacket – in heavy rain it will eventually soak through. It works for drizzle, short showers, snow, morning dew. After dozens of washes the finish gradually weakens – you can then restore it with a special spray.

200 °C sublimation – original design on softshell

The outer layer is 96% polyester – fully sublimatable. We apply designs by sublimation at 200 °C in our workshop in Měšice near Prague: the dye bonds chemically with the polyester fibre and becomes a permanent part of the fabric. No cracked print, no flaking after washing, no fading in the sun. The jacket keeps its design for as long as the fabric lasts.

Who it's for and when

In-between seasons (spring, autumn) – ideal as an outer layer between a t-shirt and a coat
Chilly summer mornings and evenings – trips, festivals, morning coffee in the garden
Outdoor sport – running, cycling, inline skating, mountain hiking in drizzle
Winter layering – under a parka or down jacket as a mid-layer
Lifestyle – around town in changeable weather, with a motif design as a standout outerwear piece

Outfits and pairing

Sports set: softshell + UTOPY leggings + UTOPY sports t-shirt = a functional outdoor outfit. Lifestyle: softshell over a UTOPY sweatshirt = a layered winter look. For layering: UTOPY leggings as the base layer, softshell as the outer layer.

Softshell care

Wash inside out at 30 °C on a delicate cycle
No fabric softener – it clogs the fibres and degrades the water-repellent finish
No bleach – it damages elastane and microfleece
Dry flat in the shade, not in a tumble dryer
Iron only on the reverse at a low temperature, never on the motif
After a few seasons, you can restore the water-repellent finish with a DWR spray

Tip from Tomáš: “A softshell is more versatile than a classic jacket – it blocks wind, handles drizzle, keeps you warm thanks to the microfleece and stretches in every direction. If you're torn between a softshell and a down jacket, choose by scenario: a softshell for active movement in transitional weather, a down jacket for standing still in freezing temperatures. For most Czech seasons, a softshell works 8 months of the year.”

UTOPY brand promise: “Never washes out, never fades.” This applies to every sublimated motif – even on a softshell, it goes through the same 200 °C sublimation as our t-shirts and leggings.