Winter’s most wanted: The thermal athleisure capsule earning cult status

26 June 2025
By Fashion Quarterly

Lorna Jane’s bestselling Thermal Capsule Collection fuses elevated design with performance innovation, delivering the season’s most covetable cold-weather pieces.

Lorna Jane has delivered the season’s most in demand cold weather capsule. Imager: Supplied.

As the winter chill sets in, Lorna Jane is turning up the heat with an innovative Thermal Capsule Collection that has become an instant bestseller. Designed for women who want to keep pace with the elements without compromising on movement or style, this capsule is more than just athleisure – it’s functional fashion at its finest.

At the heart of this drop are two standout staples: the Amy Thermal Leggings and Amy Thermal Jacket. Crafted from the brand’s premium LJ Excel™ Nylon blend, these heat-retaining pieces feature a cotton-soft hand feel, matte finish, and sculpting silhouette that flatters every form. Inside, a brushed fleece lining offers next-level warmth without compromising on breathability or stretch.

Amy Thermal Leggings.
Lorna Jane Clarkson pictured.

The capsule was born from founder Lorna Jane Clarkson’s own experience with winter dressing while living in both the US and the UK.

“I wanted leggings that I could wear during winter, but I couldn’t find anything to keep me warm enough, whilst still allowing me the style and flexibility to keep moving,” Clarkson says. “So we created a fabric that changed everything. I needed pieces that worked with my day – and now, I don’t wear anything else through winter.”

With four-way stretch, sculpting fits, and smart details like built-in phone pockets, these are everyday wardrobe heroes you’ll reach for again and again. Looking to elevate your everyday winter uniform? Style the Amy Thermal Leggings with an oversized puffer for effortless off-duty cool, or sharpen the silhouette with a tailored wool coat. Just as versatile, the Amy Thermal Jacket works seamlessly paired with the matching leggings for a sleek, coordinated set or layered under a trench for extra warmth without the bulk.

The Amy Thermal Jacket.
Image: Katie Begbie.

Backed by over 35 years of trusted innovation, Lorna Jane continues to prove that performance and timeless style don’t have to be mutually exclusive. The verdict? Whether you’re powering through a frosty morning workout or layering up for weekend errands, these are the cold-weather essentials your wardrobe’s been waiting for.

Read on to discover how the FQ team are styling the Thermal Collection:

Editor in chief Sarah Murray's edit:

Coordinated cool

Lorna Jane Amy Thermal Active Zip Through Jacket, $176.
Lorna Jane Dolce Vita Rib Sports Bra, $105.
Lorna Jane Dolce Vita Rib Ankle Biter Leggings, $150.

Digital Producer Natalia Didovich's edit:

Fashion meets function

Lorna Jane Amy Thermal Phone Pocket Ankle Biter Leggings, $155.
Lorna Jane Alpine Club 1/2 Zip Knit Jumper, $185.
Lorna Jane Momentum High Support Sports Bra, $110.

Brand and strategy director Bridget Hewitt's edit:

Off-duty style

Lorna Jane Comfort Zone Quilted Jacket, $275.
Lorna Jane Lotus Thermal Flared Leggings, $168.
Lorna Jane Limited Edition Lotus Heritage Cap, $45.

Explore Lorna Jane’s full winter collection in store and online now at lornajane.nz

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