Anything can include work gear – Carhartt overalls preferred by construction teams, or Aramark suits and Refrigiwear made for those who work in cold rooms for extended periods of time. Or if you go skiing, snowboarding or snowshoeing, put on your gear – from old pants lying around in the back of the closet to a crisp white Verbier suit, the current bestseller from My Sunday Ski, a British brand.
Sarah Crockett, director of marketing for Backcountry.com, an outdoor apparel and gear website, reported growth across all snow categories. “The one-piece business increased by 59 percent compared to the previous year. People are trying to figure out how to stay warm and cozy, ”she said, specifically citing companies that make colorful suits, including Airblaster and Picture Organic. “The brands we carry are designed for a specific activity like backcountry riding and require technical characteristics. But that doesn’t mean they’re not great for a socially distant driveway visit either.”
(If you’re wondering how to pee in a snowsuit, Ms. Crockett says her own Burton bib has a “no-undress system,” which sounds a lot like old-school Dr. Denton pajamas. Unfortunately, not all brands have given similar priority to technical performance – “We’re working on a bathroom solution,” said Murillo of Selk’bag.
But the cold can creep in even in a snowsuit – do you remember tobogganing in childhood? Ms. Lubomirski feels it in her toes. “I only wear used shoes. I wore my 90s LL Bean boots and froze, ”she said.
The answer to staying warm when you’re not moving is what’s under your snowsuits.
Ms. Crockett, who lives in Park City, Utah, has “personal expertise to keep you warm” and is passionate about the art of shifting. For a comfortable fit, she likes a thick base layer (fleece or wool). In very cold weather, an insulator such as a thin down jacket is useful. Thin layers do not restrict movement. “You don’t walk around like the kid from the Christmas story,” she promised.
Don’t underestimate headgear. Mrs. Crockett is a fan of hoods; They completely cover the ears and protect the neck. For a game changer, throw hand and foot warmers into gloves and boots. “That’s the cherry on top,” she said.
