Quick Summary
The Mountain Warehouse Opal is a women’s padded gilet in pink, size 10. It has microfibre insulation, a high collar and front pockets. Its DWR finish is described as offering protection in light rain and brief wet conditions, not as making the gilet waterproof.
Key Details
| Detail | Product information and buyer relevance |
|---|---|
| Product | Women’s padded gilet, model Opal. Its sleeveless design makes it a layering option. |
| Brand and model code | Mountain Warehouse, model 024418040003. Check the code when identifying this variant. |
| Colour and size | Pink, size 10. Confirm both details match the version you want. |
| Insulation | Soft microfibre padding, described as insulation for cooler conditions. |
| Collar and pockets | High collar and front pockets for small essentials. |
| Water-repellent finish | DWR finish described for light rain and brief wet exposure. It is not a stated waterproof rating. |
| Listed weight and quantity | 0.82 pounds; one item. |
What to Compare Before Buying
- Weather protection: The finish is described for light rain and brief exposure. If you need protection from sustained rain, compare it with a garment specifically described as waterproof.
- Layering: Consider what you plan to wear underneath and check that the gilet fits comfortably over those layers.
- Variant: Check that pink and size 10 are the colour and size you intend to choose.
Compatibility, Size and Fit
Size 10 identifies this version but does not establish how it will fit over your usual layers. Compare the available garment measurements with a similar item you already wear. The sleeveless cut leaves the arms uncovered, so consider what you would wear underneath in cooler conditions.
Plan a Simple Layering Combination
For a walk in changeable conditions, you could pair the gilet with a long-sleeved layer and keep a separate waterproof jacket available for heavier or prolonged rain. Try the combination with the layers you expect to wear and check that the collar and front pockets work for your intended use.
Before You Decide
Confirm the pink, size 10 variant and model code, and consider whether the stated DWR protection suits the conditions you expect. Check the fit over your intended layers; choose a waterproof garment if you need protection from sustained rain.
