It's What's Underneath That Counts. Just Ask UNIQLO

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Nobody wants to think about winter yet. But winter, rude as ever, is going to happen whether your wardrobe is ready for it or not. There’s still time to make a few sensible preparations before the gloves come out and your coat becomes a permanent extension of your personality.

Rather than panic-buying the puffiest puffer you can find, it’s worth thinking inwards. Or more specifically, about what’s underneath. A good base layer means you can keep wearing the clothes you actually like while adding a little extra warmth when the temperature eventually starts doing its worst. It’s not exactly groundbreaking, but it works.

UNIQLO’s HEATTECH collection has been doing this for years, with lightweight layers designed to keep you warm without making you feel like you’ve added an entire outfit underneath your outfit. Tees, tops, leggings, socks, you name it. Basically, the stuff you’ll be very happy to have once winter stops being a distant threat and becomes your daily reality.

Layer Slayer

The tops are probably the easiest place to start. HEATTECH has pretty much every base layer covered, so your favorite fits aren't doomed to a three-month run. The science behind it is pretty neat, too. Different fibers work together to absorb moisture from your body and turn it into heat, which is then trapped in tiny air pockets. The fibers are so fine that the tops stay surprisingly thin, meaning you can layer up without turning into the Michelin Man. 

Legging It

The pants are worth thinking about, too, especially if you’re someone who spends half the winter complaining about being cold. Sorry to break it to you, but it’s not a personality trait. UNIQLO’s HEATTECH leggings and tights are handy for everything from enduring the morning commute to heading out for a weekend walk when the weather has other plans. In short, they’re for keeping your legs warm when it’s cold enough to make staying under the duvet look very appealing.

Foot Notes

Your feet deserve a bit of attention, too. There’s nothing quite like spending money on a decent winter coat only to have your toes turned blue five minutes out the door. UNIQLO’s HEATTECH socks are an easy fix, adding warmth where you need it without forcing you into the sort of thick hiking socks that suddenly make your sneakers feel two sizes too small. Nobody needs that kind of headache before 9 a.m.

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