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Patagonia Capilene Midweight Base Layer Bottoms - Women's
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Warm, breathable and quick-drying, the women's Patagonia Capilene Midweight base layer bottoms feature HeiQ® Fresh durable odor control for daily use.
- These bottoms hit the sweet spot between fabric weight, breathability and wicking performance so you can wear them on their own or under layers to stay dry and comfortable
- Smooth face allows easy layering; internal diamond-grid pattern rests lightly on your skin to trap warmth
- 100% recycled hollow-core yarn construction increases wicking performance and speeds dry times
- HeiQ Fresh durable odor control means less washing and longer wearing
- Brushed elastic sewn into the wide waistband adds next-to-skin softness and a personalized fit
- Gusseted crotch and forgiving stretch enhance mobility
- Flatlock seams minimize chafing
- Fair trade certification promotes safe working conditions and sustainable livelihoods
Imported.
View the Patagonia Capilene Product LineView all Patagonia Women's Base Layer Bottoms| Best Use | Multisport |
|---|---|
| Fabric | Recycled polyester (bluesign® approved) |
| Moisture Wicking | Yes |
| Quick Drying | Yes |
| Inseam (in.) | Unavailable |
| Gender | Women's |
| Sustainability | Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria Fair Trade Certified™ sewing Contains recycled materials |
Patagonia Clothing - Women's
| XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | 00 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 22 | |
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| Numerical Size | 00 - 0 | 2 - 4 | 6 - 8 | 10 - 12 | 14 - 16 | 18 - 20 | 22 | 00 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 22 |
| Chest | 31 - 32 | 33 - 34 | 35 - 36 | 37 - 38.5 | 40 - 42 | 44 - 46 | 48 | |||||||||||||
| Waist | 24.5 - 25.5 | 26.5 - 27.5 | 28.5 - 29.5 | 30.5 - 32 | 33.5 - 35.5 | 37.5 - 39.5 | 41.5 | 24.5 | 25.5 | 26.5 | 27.5 | 28.5 | 29.5 | 30.5 | 32 | 33.5 | 35.5 | 37.5 | 39.5 | 41.5 |
| Hip | 34 - 35 | 36 - 37 | 38 - 39 | 40 - 41.5 | 43 - 45 | 47 - 49 | 51 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 38 | 39 | 40 | 41.5 | 43 | 45 | 47 | 49 | 51 |
| Inseam | 30 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 |
Sizing Notes
Inseam varies depending on style. Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.
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Comfortable
Lala5 years ago
These are very comfortable, but being a cold sleeper they didn't seem to keep me as warm as I had hoped. They feel like a lightweight layer. Maybe I just need to go for heavy weight. Also, a hole is already in the crotch and I've worn only 3 times. Unfortunately, will be returning.
Lala
Seattle, WA
19 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
Weird fit and not enough stretch for activewear!
Cold Legged Katie4 years ago
I tried both these and the thermal weight base layers and was pretty disappointed with both. These are really low rise. They didn't even fully cover my butt even though they were the right size everywhere else. Once I got them on, I found it difficult to bend my knees and the material wasn't very comfortable against the skin at all. I don't know how you could do anything active in them like skiing or snowshoeing. I tried the size up and they were just baggy everywhere and didn't work under jeans/tighter pants (and still were weirdly low rise). I can't wear wool, so these were kinda my last hope for high quality base layers to keep me warm. Super disappointed!
Cold Legged Katie
Denver, CO
33 people found this review helpful
Cold Legged Katie
Denver, CO
Weird fit and not enough stretch for activewear!
4 years ago
I tried both these and the thermal weight base layers and was pretty disappointed with both. These are really low rise. They didn't even fully cover my butt even though they were the right size everywhere else. Once I got them on, I found it difficult to bend my knees and the material wasn't very comfortable against the skin at all. I don't know how you could do anything active in them like skiing or snowshoeing. I tried the size up and they were just baggy everywhere and didn't work under jeans/tighter pants (and still were weirdly low rise). I can't wear wool, so these were kinda my last hope for high quality base layers to keep me warm. Super disappointed!
Age:25–34
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'4"
No, I do not recommend this product
knighthikes12
comfortable but large
5 years ago
I bought a size medium and they were a little loose in the legs and big around the waist. I am 5’8” and weight about 140 lbs. My waist is around 28” and hips around 39”. These pants probably would have been better if I had ordered a size smaller. Also they were not full length for me, they went down to about my ankles.
Lala
Seattle, WA
Comfortable
5 years ago
These are very comfortable, but being a cold sleeper they didn't seem to keep me as warm as I had hoped. They feel like a lightweight layer. Maybe I just need to go for heavy weight. Also, a hole is already in the crotch and I've worn only 3 times. Unfortunately, will be returning.
Yes , I recommend this product
Mindy
Love these!
7 months ago
I was hesitant to buy these with some of the negative reviews. But, I just wore these skiing under my snow pants in 28° weather with some wind. They were great! They kept their shape. I have struggled finding a base layer that I like that doesn’t stretch out after one use. Size was as expected. Yes, they sit just below my belly button and go just above my ankles, but I had no problem with that. I loved these so much, I ordered the thermal weight to wear in colder conditions. I got a size large. I am 5’10 and 175 pounds.
Height:5'10"
ajosacto
Massachusetts
Prefer waistband in thermal weight bottoms
3 years ago
I bought these thinking I was getting a second pair of my much loved Patagonia Capilene Thermal Weight Long Underwear Bottoms, but I was mistaken. In addition to the temperature difference, the waistband of these tights is narrow and elastic, so it's tighter than the non-elastic waistband of the Thermal Weight tights, which I find more comfortable and much prefer. In terms of warmth, these kept me cozy under jeans on a freezing evening walk with my dog.
Age:25–34
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Yes , I recommend this product
RavenMama
Traverse City, MI
Live in these all winter!
4 years ago
Love these long underwear! Playing in the yard with the kids under snow pants, under soft shell pants for winter hiking and under XC ski pants on colder days, I feel like I practically live in these and have to time when I wash them. Time for a second pair. I am a size 4, 125lbs, 5’7” with slim hips and the S fits me great!
Age:35–44
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'7"
Yes , I recommend this product
Katie
low waisted
2 years ago
The pattern was cute but it fits low waisted. I prefer high waisted fit. I'm 5'3 weigh 135lbs, ordered size small. Usually wear size 6-8 in pants or size 28.
Height:5'3"
Age:35–44
Weight:125–150 lbs.
No, I do not recommend this product
ChrisK
Evanston, IL
Base Layer these are not
4 years ago
Material too thick, waist band too stiff and short, overall length too short. A "Base Layer" implies under clothes. Seems instead to be marketed as a leggings to compete with outerwear. The basic Patagonia base layer of about 8 years ago 2014 when they came rubber-banded around a piece of cardboard was perfect.
Age:55–64
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'8"
No, I do not recommend this product
Adagio27
Nice in most ways but too short
1 year ago
The fabric is lightweight and smooth and I like the flat waistband, but the length is too short for me, reaching several inches above my ankles. Will be returning them. The size chart has a footnote that says that actual measurements for garments may vary from the chart, and that was the case here. Instead of a 32" inseam, it is 28.5", per my measurement from the crotch down.
Csilla
Berkeley, CA
Very short!
4 years ago
These are okay. I had to size up, usually a small, but those were skin tight, so I went with a medium. I'm 5'6" and 140 lbs. They are so short! They hit about 2 inches above my ankles. Like other reviewers said, they are not stretchy at all. I'm keeping them because the pattern is super cute and I can wear them under other pants with tall socks, but I'm disappointed.
Age:25–34
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'6"
No, I do not recommend this product
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