The name of the Women's Columbia Sleet to Street Vest says it all. With Columbia's proprietary Omni-Shield(R) advanced water and stain repellency this vest will turn away sleet, mist, anything short of steady rain, and keep you looking good as you scamper down the street for shelter. Because really, even if your vest is up to the task, do you want to hang about in the rain Synthetic insulation adds warmth and zippered pockets an easy place to rewarm chilly digits. Look good, even when the weather's not, in the Sleet to Street Vest for women from Columbia.