The humble windbreaker is having a fashion moment, and New Balance is giving the classic lightweight layer a fresh seasonal update.
As the weather starts to become increasingly unpredictable, finding a jacket that can handle everything from a breezy morning to a sudden shower becomes essential. Enter the windbreaker: lightweight, practical and easy to throw on when you need an extra layer.
New Balance’s latest collection of windbreakers combines performance-focused details with a more fashion-led approach, making the jackets just as suitable for everyday outfits as they are for running.
The collection includes three colourways of the women’s RC Jacket, each offering a different take on the classic silhouette.
A Windbreaker Made For Unpredictable Weather
Designed with changing conditions in mind, the RC Jacket is lightweight and easy to pack away when you’re not wearing it.
The jackets feature a water-repellent DWR finish, helping provide protection from light rain, while zipped hand pockets give you somewhere secure to keep your essentials. A packable hood can also be tucked away when it isn’t needed, giving the jacket a more streamlined look.
That combination makes the windbreaker a particularly useful layer for autumn, when the forecast can change dramatically throughout the day.
And while practicality remains at the heart of the design, New Balance is also tapping into the growing popularity of sporty, technical-inspired fashion.
New Balance Women’s RC Jacket – Streamsong with Altitude
Priced at £130, the Women’s RC Jacket in Streamsong with Altitude gives the traditional windbreaker a bold update.
The colour combination adds a vibrant edge to the lightweight silhouette, while the packable construction means it can easily be stashed away when the weather improves.
The jacket features a DWR finish, zipped hand pockets and a packable hood, making it designed for both movement and everyday wear.
Whether you’re heading out for a run, commuting across town or simply looking for a lightweight jacket to layer over your autumn wardrobe, the colourful design brings a sporty finish to the look.
New Balance Women’s RC Jacket – Cherry Leather with Podium Red!
For those looking for something a little bolder, the Cherry Leather with Podium Red colourway is priced at £130.
The rich red tones give the RC Jacket a statement-making appearance without moving away from its streamlined shape.
The design includes elasticated cuffs, zipped hand pockets and the signature Flying NB logo at the chest, combining functional details with New Balance’s recognisable branding.
It’s an easy option for adding a pop of colour to an otherwise neutral autumn outfit, while still keeping the practical benefits of a lightweight running jacket.
New Balance Women’s RC Jacket – Grey Matter
Taking a more understated approach, the Grey Matter RC Jacket is priced at £130 and offers a versatile alternative to the brighter colourways.
The relaxed fit and streamlined finish make it particularly easy to style outside of running, while the packable construction means it can be folded away when it’s no longer needed.
It also features a water-repellent finish and subtle Flying NB branding, giving the jacket a more pared-back appearance.
The neutral colour makes it an easy layer to pair with everything from running gear and trainers to jeans and everyday casualwear.
Why Windbreakers Are Having A Fashion Moment!
Windbreakers have traditionally been associated with running, hiking and other outdoor activities, but technical sportswear has increasingly found its way into everyday fashion.
Lightweight jackets are particularly useful because they don’t add the bulk of a traditional coat, while still providing another layer between you and the elements.
The New Balance RC Jacket collection sits comfortably between performance and lifestyle, giving runners a functional outer layer while offering something that can be worn long after you’ve finished your workout.
Get The New Balance RC Jacket Collection!
The New Balance Women’s RC Jacket collection is available in Streamsong with Altitude, Cherry Leather with Podium Red and Grey Matter, with all three styles priced at £130.
You can find out more about New Balance’s latest running and lifestyle collections via the official New Balance website.
With its lightweight construction, water-repellent finish and easy-to-style silhouettes, the windbreaker could be one of the most useful layers to add to your autumn wardrobe.
