The Most Stylish GORE-TEX Jackets For 2026
With spring showers looming on the horizon, waterproofing your wardrobe should be a shopping priority right now. And though there are a number of materials that can boast keeping wet weather and windchill at bay, few do it quite as well as GORE-TEX.
Introduced in the late ’60s by William L. Gore, anything packing GORE-TEX is about as waterproof as garments get. Most impressive about the Teflon material, though, is its ability to let vapor and sweat escape while keeping you and your fit underneath out of harm's way, allowing for optimum temperature control.
It's a technology that was first adopted by mountaineering brands, applied to outdoor gear such as hiking jackets and winter boots. But while GORE-TEX has traditionally been associated with high-performance gear, the material has had equal love in the collections of brands far and wide, from Stüssy to Nike.
In appreciation of the infallible waterproof material and the man who invented it, we've rounded up a few of the best GORE-TEX jackets to shop right now. Ranging from streetwear brands such as thisisneverthat and Aimé Leon Dore, to high-performance names like Marmot or Arc'teryx, those looking to buy into GORE-TEX aren't short of options.
Scroll down to view some of the best GORE-TEX jackets in Fall 2023 below.
thisisneverthat x GORE-TEX 2L Reversible Jacket
Seoul-based streetwear label thisisneverthat is a ntural fit for a GORE-TEX jacket. On one side, the brand offers understateed and easy-to-style staples, exemplified perfefctly by this neutral everyday jacket detailed only by limited GTX insignia. On the other side, quite literally since this is a reversible jacket, is something much bolder. Dressed in full camo, the alternative side speaks to the more striking, street-leaning energy in the collections of thisisneverthat.
The North Face RMST GORE-TEX® Nuptse Tek Jacket
The North Face and The Gore-Tex go together like peanut butter and jelly. An updated version of the Nuptse Tek jacket comes equipped with a GORE-TEX WINDSTOPPER finish. If you're wondering, "What's GORE-TEX WINDSTOPPER all about?", think durable, windproof fabric with a breathable WINDWALL™ lining. Topped off with 700-fill down insulation, this is a toasty piece for less-than-ideal weather.
Arc'teryx Macai Shell Jacket
When the chat turns to GORE-TEX, you know Arc'teryx is about to dominate the convo. This jacket? A savior for the trailblazers still keen on conquering hikes when the rain's coming down. The Macai Shell Jacket is windproof and waterproof as well as being incredibly lightweight. With its athletic silhouette, it promises maximum freedom to move. In the world of jackets, going Arc'teryx is always a power move.
Nanamica 2L Cotton GORE-TEX Double Breasted Coat
While many GORE-TEX jackets lean into the technical roots of the fabric, looking to sporty silhouettes and performance details, Japanese label nanamica shows that waterproofing can be chic, too. Cut from 2L GORE-TEX, it offers full waterproofing as well as warmth thanks to a full flannel lining. This coat shows the beauty that occurs when classic and contemporary meet: A double-breated fastening, a color palette fit for the board room, and specs to conquer a mountain hike, there's nothing it can't do.
Nike ACG "Misery Ridge" Storm-FIT ADV GORE-TEX Jacket
You don't have to spend hundreds of dollars to get a quality GORE-TEX jacket. Nike outdoor imprint ACG's Misery Ridge Storm-FIT GORE-TEX Jacket is a much more accessible outerwear staple at a price that is easy to swallow. Designed and tested in the stunning wilderness of Oregon, it takes its name from Misery Ridge, a famous climbing and hiking spot located in Smith Rock State Park.
Aimé Leon Dore Jacket GORE-TEX Shell Jacket
If you're vibing with GORE-TEX but craving a splash of color, then look no further than this Aimé Leon Dore number. Born in New York, ALD knows a thing or two about navigating city streets in terrible weather, and this knowledge shines through here. Cut from 3L GORE-TEX, it's fully waterproof and windproof while remaining breathable for a day running errands.
Marmot Mammoth GORE-TEX® Down Parka
Any big-coat fiend worth the coat on their back will tell you that finding a good down jacket that's also waterproof is a seriously difficult task. Marmot's Mammoth Parka, therefore, is a gem to behold. Featuring a full GORE-TEX external layer as well as taped seams to prevent any leakage, it's elevated to new levels by the 700-fill down lining.
Peak Performance Alpine GORE-TEX C-Knit™ 3L Shell Jacket
Whether or not you are headed to the slopes this season has very little to do with this Ski-ready jacket. Peak Performance channels futuristic shield vibes against the fickle elements. The high-performance GORE-TEX shell boasts taped zips throughout to ensure there's no weak links while the slightly oversized fit ensures there's space for down layers underneath.
Moncler x FRGMT Hiroshi Fujiwara Nabeh Down Coat
Hiroshi Fujiwara's Fragment Design imprint has been a defining force in Japanese (actually, make that global) streetwear since 2003. Having been called on for a collaborative collection with Moncler, Fujiwara puts all his skills on show. The Nabeh Coat might look like a formal mac with a corduroy collar to boot, but its shell is 2L GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ and it even features a 90/10 goose down and feather lining.
Stone Island 3L Gore-Tex Made Bionic Poly Stellina Jacket
Veteran status in the style stakes? That's Stone Island for you when we're talking elite outerwear. Dive into this Stone Island coach jacket, boasting GORE-TEX 3L: a fabric that's not only breathable but armed with a waterproof membrane. Quick to dry and robust against the wind, this piece is unassuming from the outset, but offers the same kind of specs you could expect from a high-performance mountaineering jacket.
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