Lidl is adding a new lightweight padded jacket to its Middle Aisle this Sunday, October 4, priced at £9.99 for Lidl Plus members and £12.99 for standard customers. The Esmara Ladies' Navy Lightweight Padded Jacket shares visual and functional similarities with the £69 Esprit Outdoor Woven Jacket sold by Barbours of Dumfries.
Design and Features
The Esmara jacket features a wind-resistant exterior with a specialist water-repellent treatment, a hood, side pockets, and a robust zip. According to Lidl's product description: "Ultra-lightweight, warm and wind-resistant. Water-repellent main material thanks to Bionic-finish eco technology. High quality YKK zip. With hood, side pockets and zip with inner storm flap. Slightly fitted. Sizes: S-L."
Comparison with the Esprit Jacket
The Esprit Outdoor Woven Jacket, available at barbours.co.uk, is constructed entirely from 100% recycled materials. Its product description states: "Combines great style with top performance: quilted jacket made completely of recycled material with a detachable hood and side hem zips." Available sizes range from S-XL.
Both jackets feature a quilted design, side pockets, and hoods, but differ in price and materials. The key distinction lies in affordability versus established brand reputation, with Lidl offering budget-friendly outdoor wear and Barbours positioning its jacket in the premium bracket.
