DRESSING FOR WINTER
Head to Toe

EVERYONE SHOULD WEAR A HAT!

START WARM The Turtleneck is the garment most recommended by Americans for keeping warm in winter (based on a survey of several friends & family members)		A Turtleneck Sweater
CHOOSE CLOTHES MADE OF WARM MATERIALS Some good choices for warm winter clothes are knits, flannel, corduroy, and wool. Caution: Some people get a rash if they wear wool next to their skin. Be sure you aren't allergic to wool before you spend a lot of money on woolens.
WEAR LAYERS Wear a sweater over a shirt or a sweater over a turtleneck, even try two sweaters together (really!). As parents all over the north say to their children – if you're cold, put on a sweater.
WEAR A HAT AND GLOVES Note: Acrylic is not warm! Mittens are warmer than gloves. Mothers put mittens on young children for this reason. Caution: The disadvantage is that it is difficult to pick things up while wearing mittens.		Note that his hat covers this young man's ears.
WEAR A SCARF Try to find one made of either fleece (fleece is a material something like that sweatshirts are made of) or wool.
GET A WARM COAT The parka style is good. Try to get one with an outer layer that is both wind resistant and waterproof. Make sure it has a good warm middle layer. A hood is a real bonus on windy days.		A parka with a hood.
WEAR BOOTS ON YOUR FEET Boots are good for keeping your feet both warm and dry. Get a pair that is waterproof and lined. If you must choose, go for lined. You can buy stuff to waterproof your boots at a shoe store. If your feet are still cold, wear two pairs of socks. Wool is nice and warm. Cotton is good to wear against your skin.

Note: Buy heavy and/or bulky items like coats and boots here.

Many thanks to my models: Bogil, Bryan, Erin, and Kristen.

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