Aussie Pacific Olympus men's softshell vest

The Olympus is Aussie Pacific's softshell vest for men, built around a 320gm three layer performance softshell. The outer face is 95% polyester with 5% elastane, so there is a little give without it being a stretch garment, and the inside is a 100% polyester bonded fleece that does the warmth work against your core.

It carries a light water repellent and wind resistant finish, rated WP 3000 and BP 3000 on the listing. That puts it in sleeveless layer territory: a vest keeps your chest and back warm while leaving your arms free for desk, warehouse or driving tasks. When a full jacket runs too warm but a shirt or polo alone is not enough, this is the gap it fills. For pockets you get two side zip pockets and one chest zip pocket.

If you are kitting out a team or a uniform run, it is worth a look. You can check current sizing and the full listing on the Olympus vest product page at Done Right Safety.

Deciding if a softshell vest is the right layer

Start with how the wearer actually spends the day. A vest adds core warmth while leaving the arms free, which suits desk, warehouse and driving tasks where sleeves get in the way. If staff are mostly outdoors in steady cold, a sleeved jacket will hold more heat. The Olympus sits in between: warmer than a shirt or polo on its own, cooler and freer than a full jacket. The 320gm softshell and bonded fleece inner give it body, and the WP 3000 / BP 3000 finish handles light rain and wind rather than a downpour.

Sizing and decoration

Men's corporate ranges vary by brand and cut, so confirm the size before ordering rather than assuming it matches another label. If you are branding the vest, look at the front panel and yoke details first. Those areas affect where a logo or embroidery sits cleanly, and it is easier to plan placement before the order goes in than to work around a seam afterwards. The 5% elastane in the outer gives a touch of movement, so allow for that when a wearer is between sizes.

Care and getting the most from it

Treat the water repellent finish as a light, refreshable coating rather than a permanent waterproof membrane. Follow the care instructions on the garment label, since the bonded fleece and softshell face respond best to gentle washing and air drying. Done Right Safety lists the official care guidance on the product page, so check there for the exact wash settings before laundering a full team's worth.

The four vests in the table are all like for like men's vests in the same corporate workwear range, so it is a genuine same type comparison. The difference is mostly in how each one keeps you warm: a bonded softshell, a recycled puffer, or a fleece lined softshell.

If you want a vest with a bit of structure and a chest zip pocket on top of the two side pockets, the Olympus has the edge in this group, since the Selwyn and Alpine list two side pockets or leave pocket detail to the product page. The Geneva is the closest match on construction, with its own bonded fleece lining and a stand up collar, so choose that if a chin guard collar matters to your crew.

Go for the Alpine puffer instead when warmth and recycled content are the priority and you are happy to trade the softshell feel for puffer style insulation. The Selwyn is the lighter, more dressed back option in the same Aussie Pacific family, handy when you want customisable tonal zip pullers and a shaped, tailed hem.

On paper the Olympus is a sensible workhorse vest. The 320gm three layer softshell and bonded fleece inner are the kind of build that holds up to daily wear, and the pocket layout (two side zips plus a chest zip) is more generous than several vests it sits next to. The light water repellent and wind resistant finish, listed as WP 3000 and BP 3000, is the right level for cool mornings and breezy sites rather than serious rain.

What is confirmed on the listing: the fabric weight and composition, the WP and BP figures, the finish, and the pocket count. What you should verify on the product page or datasheet: the exact size range and measurements, the available colours, and the official wash and care guidance. The listing does not name any standard or certification for this vest, so treat it as a comfort and warmth layer and confirm anything compliance related directly with Done Right Safety before relying on it.

For a corporate or branded uniform program where you want a tidy, warm layer that leaves the arms free, it is an easy one to shortlist. Just lock in sizing across the team first.