By Zoe Griffin For Dailymail.com

Published: 13:28 EDT, 8 March 2022 | Updated: 13:28 EDT, 8 March 2022

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Even though the days are getting longer and lighter, there's still a chill in the air that means we still need to wear a jacket.

To stay warm, comfortable and cute without over-heating at this time of year, the smart way to do it is to look for a fleece that's snuggly enough to keep us cozy but light enough to fold away when we don't need it any more. 

Supermodel Kaia Gerber showed us the perfect way to do it this week wearing the Free People Hit the Slopes jacket made from a cozy but breathable fuzzy fleece fabric.

When she's not strutting down a runway, supermodel Kaia Gerber is an expert in choosing practical and comfortable clothing that also flatters her figure. She has this Free People Hit the Slopes fleece in several colors.

The bright blue shade that she wore in Los Angeles for a hike is now sold out but it's still available in navy - for now!

With a button-up front and cool zippered pockets, there are more fashion elements on this fleece than you'd find on a fleece from your local outdoors store.

Plus, the cropped length means that it will keep you warm without smothering your shape. 

Fit: The runway star donned a light blue cropped fleece jacket from Free People for a dog walk with boyfriend Austin Butler in Los Angeles

With a button front, the fleece can be left undone when the weather heats up and done up to the top for maximum warmth on breezy spring days. 

Available in 18 different colors, other light options for spring include a yellow Pineapple Punch, coral Sparked and a nude beige Canvas shade.

The Free People fleece worn by Kaia Gerber is available in 18 different shades including this spring-ready shade of Canvas

At $148, the jacket is an investment piece but it will last you for several seasons as it's made from Free People's top quality performance fabric.

Not sure you have more than $100 to spend on a fleece right now? Fear not as we've found some slightly less pricey fleece alternatives. 

This is the perfect top later for spring with a smooth, rugged sweater-knit exterior and soft, brushed interior for exceptional warmth and comfort.

The collar may be worn up or down depending on what the weather throws at you.

For a classic take on the beloved zip-up fleece add this exceptionally soft, midweight fleece jacket from Port Authority to your closet.

Available at Walmart for a very reasonable $20.99, it's great for all your everyday excursions!

For a fashionable and wallet-friendly take on the trend opt for H&M's faux shearling number which costs just $35.99.

We love the light blue color and the oversized fit, it looks so snug! Wear with jeans and sneakers. 

You can always count on SHEIN for a bargain buy and this drop shoulder fleece doesn't disappoint as it costs just $8!

We like how it's styled here with white jeans and a black roll-up, it will lift all your everyday looks in an instant.  

Forever 21 have taken on the trend with a typically cool approach. This reversed fleece shacket is oversized for a cool girl finish.

We like the black buttons and the long cut, it's relaxed and would make any outfit pop.  

Cute and comfy, this pull over from Columbia is more sweater style than our other options.

The fitted shape is super-flattering and we like the zip up collar detail too. Wear with your sweats to the gym or pants for everyday comfort.

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