Patagonia Women’s Maipo Active Dress in Black

Meet the Women’s Maipo Active Dress by Patagonia — a highly functional active dress that proves you can go from the trail to town in one piece. With a built-in liner and stretchy performance fabric, it’s made for hikes, bike rides, and everyday movement.

Key Features: Built-in liner shorts for coverage and confidence; lightly compressive bodice for gentle support; scoop neckline and racerback straps that stay put; mid-thigh length that moves with you; hidden pockets in the liner for keys, cards, or a lip balm.

Fabric & Feel: The Patagonia Women’s Maipo Active Dress uses a soft, stretchy performance knit made primarily from recycled nylon with elastane for recovery. The fabric is lightweight, quick-drying, and moisture-wicking, with a smooth hand that glides over skin instead of clinging. It’s designed to keep you cool, comfortable, and confidently covered through active days.

Why It’s Good: Patagonia prioritizes recycled fibers — including NetPlus® recycled nylon made from discarded fishing nets — to help keep plastic out of the ocean and reduce dependence on virgin petroleum. Many Maipo pieces are sewn in Fair Trade Certified™ factories, supporting safer working conditions and a premium for workers. A highly versatile dress like this reduces the need for separate gym, hike, and casual pieces, helping you own fewer, harder-working garments.

Fit & Care: Slim, athletic fit with a supportive top and comfortable liner shorts. Choose your regular Patagonia size; size up if you prefer a bit more ease. Machine wash cold, line dry or tumble dry low to protect the performance fibers.

Style Notes: Wear the Patagonia Maipo Active Dress with trail runners and a light windbreaker on the trail, then swap to sandals and a denim jacket for post-hike hangs or casual nights out.