I usually layer this jacket with a long sleeved shirt underneath.  The beauty of this product is that it can be used for a casual walk, or in more austere conditions.  It holds up very well to washing, but make sure you pre-treat stubborn stains, as they will not come out after you bake them in during the dryer cycle.  It can be worn with the collar down, for a more mature or refined look, or with the collar zipped up all the way, for those extra cold days.  If durability and look are important to you, then I would defenitely give it a try.