Clothing for a morning when you have to go out in the dark
Short answer: In winter it is often dark when you have to go out in the morning. Warm layers, good visibility and an unhurried way of dressing mean you set off safely and comfortably.
Dark mornings call for planning
When you get up while it is still dark, it is hard to see what you are putting on, and it is easy to take too little clothing with you. Lay your clothes out the evening before and check the weather forecast before you go to bed. Keep the clothes in order so you can put them on without switching on a bright light. Remember that the air outside can be much cooler than it feels from behind the window. It is better to have one layer too many that you can take off than one too few.
A set for the first minutes at home
Before you go out, you may have time for breakfast and a cup of coffee. Many people put on something soft for the first minutes and change just before they leave. You can look at the collection from Egtved if you want to see what a matching range can look like. Choose clothes you like putting on and that suit your pace. Keep a warm jumper ready, and put it on as you go out into the cold.
Loungewear as a warm layer at home
While you get ready, it is pleasant to wear something warm and soft that keeps the cold out. Loungewear is loose and comfortable and can be taken off before you put on outer clothing. See bamboo loungewear for men. It is also easy to put on in the dark, because you do not need to think about how it sits. Hang it up when you change so it can air, and put on something fresh if you are going to be out for longer.
The sweatshirt as a middle layer
A sweatshirt is a good middle layer when you have to go out in the cold. It keeps the warmth in and can be taken off if you get warm on the way. See bamboo sweatshirt for men. Put a jacket over it, and bring a hat and gloves if the temperature is low. Choose a sweatshirt with a calm neckline so a scarf can sit neatly. You can leave it on the hanger when you come in, so it is ready for the next morning.
Visibility and safety in the dark
When you walk or cycle in the dark, it is important that others can see you. Use reflectors, lights and light or reflective parts of your clothing. Wear a high visibility vest if you cycle, and check that the lights work before you set off. Choose shoes with good grip if it is slippery. Clothes can help keep you warm, but it is visibility that keeps you safe. Take your time, and walk or cycle calmly in the dark so you can see what is going on around you.
Frequently asked questions
How do I dress when I have to go out in the dark
Use several layers with a warm middle layer and a jacket over it. Remember a hat, gloves and reflectors, so you are both warm and visible.
Should I get dressed before I go out
Yes, put the clothes on in good time so you do not freeze. It is easier to take a layer off than to be cold on the way.
How do I become visible in the dark
Use reflectors and lights, and wear light or reflective parts of your clothing. Check that the lights work before you set off.
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