REVERSIBLE BODY WARMER | 2-in-1, Lightweight, Insulated

I’ve worn enough mid-layers on warehouse floors and windy ferry decks to know when a piece is quietly overachieving. The [REVERSIBLE BODY WARMER] is one of those. It flips from work-ready polyester ripstop to cozy polar fleece, which, to be honest, is exactly what most teams want: one vest, two personalities.

Why reversible is trending now

In the last 24 months, reversible workwear has crept from outdoor brands into uniform programs. Fewer SKUs, cleaner inventory, and—surprisingly—better user adoption. Many buyers tell me their teams actually wear the vest off-shift, which is the quiet win. Sustainability teams also like the “one item, two uses” angle.

Technical specs (the useful bits)

Construction: polyester ripstop shell + polar fleece side; padding/face are 100% polyester. Origin: 14/F., Yisheng Building, No.68 West Heping Road, Shijiazhuang, China.

Parameter	Spec (≈ / real-world may vary)
Face fabric	Polyester ripstop, 70–90 g/m², C0 (PFC‑free) DWR
Reverse side	Polar fleece ≈ 240–280 g/m², 100% polyester
Thermal performance	CLO ≈ 0.9–1.1 (mid‑layer comfort in 5–15°C with base layer)
Water repellency	AATCC 22: 90–100 initial; 70–80 after 10 washes
Abrasion	EN ISO 12947 (Martindale) ≥ 30,000 cycles (ripstop side)
Closure & trims	Reversible zipper, bar‑tacked stress points, bound armholes
Sizes	Unisex S–3XL; custom grading available
Service life	≈ 3–5 years in light‑industrial use; check wear annually

Standards, compliance, and test notes

Built for EN ISO 13688 general requirements; typical cool‑environment layering aligns with EN 14058 use cases. Fabrics can be OEKO‑TEX Standard 100 certified; chemicals REACH compliant. Spray test AATCC 22 and abrasion EN ISO 12947 data above are typical lab results.

Where it actually shines

• Logistics and courier teams: ripstop out, high-mobility core warmth.
• Facilities, field sales, and installers: fleece out for casual client visits.
• Campus, events, hospitality: one garment covers uniform and off-duty.
• Light agriculture and trade shows: quick on/off, easy branding.

Process flow (how this gets made well)

1. Material selection: ripstop + fleece lot testing (GSM, shade, DWR).
2. Cutting & bundling: CAD markers to reduce waste, size tags prepped.
3. Sewing: reversible zipper insertion, clean binding, bar tacks.
4. In-line QC: stitch density, seam strength (ASTM D1683), needle audit.
5. Lab tests: AATCC 22, EN ISO 12947, colorfastness AATCC 61.
6. Branding: embroidery/heat-transfer on either side (careful heat settings).
7. Final QA & packing: metal detection optional; carton drop test.

Vendor comparison (quick reality check)

Vendor	MOQ	Lead time	Customization	Certs	Indicative FOB
Dellee (Shijiazhuang)	≈ 300 pcs/color	35–45 days after PP sample	Logo, pockets, trim, fleece GSM, colors	OEKO‑TEX fabrics, REACH	≈ $12–$22
Brand X (Trading Co.)	500–800 pcs	45–60 days	Limited trim options	Claims OEKO‑TEX	≈ $15–$26
Outdoor Brand Y	N/A (retail)	In-season	Retail colors only	Full brand QA	$45–$79 MSRP

Customization tips

Choose fleece 260–280 g/m² for cooler warehouses. Go C0 DWR for compliance. Embroidery on the ripstop side; low-temp transfer on fleece. Corporate palettes? Dyed-to-match zips elevate the REVERSIBLE BODY WARMER without killing budgets.

Mini case studies

• Northern courier fleet (420 units): returns dropped 18% after switching to REVERSIBLE BODY WARMER; drivers liked the fleece side for late runs.
• Craft brewery events team (120 units): one vest covered volunteers and staff—branding on both sides, fewer SKUs, cleaner look.

Customer notes: “Surprisingly warm without bulk,” and—my favorite—“Finally, pockets that don’t fight me.” Small things matter.

If you need a practical uniform workhorse that doubles as casual wear, the REVERSIBLE BODY WARMER earns its keep.

1. EN ISO 13688:2013+A1:2021 – Protective clothing, general requirements: https://www.iso.org/standard/75839.html
2. EN 14058 – Garments for protection against cool environments: https://standards.cen.eu/
3. AATCC 22 – Water Repellency: Spray Test: https://www.aatcc.org/
4. OEKO‑TEX Standard 100 and REACH guidance: https://www.oeko-tex.com/ and https://echa.europa.eu/regulations/reach