What to wear at minus six degrees
Short answer: At minus six degrees you can happily wear a dress or skirt if you layer with tights and a warm middle layer. The key is to keep wind off bare skin.
A cold but manageable day
Minus six degrees is cold enough that you feel it at once, but not so cold that ordinary clothes will not do. Many people still choose a dress, skirt or thin trousers for work and parties. As long as you have thought the layers through, it is not a problem. The important thing is to plan from the inside out so that every layer has a job.
Tights as the first layer on the legs
Tights are an often underrated layer, because they give warmth without bulk. They should stay up without sliding down, but not be so tight that they leave marks. Choose a thickness that suits the day, and remember that thicker is not always warmer if the tights become too tight. See bamboo tights for women. Under a dress or skirt they can also be worn with boots, so that there is no bare skin between sock and boot top.
Underwear you cannot see but can feel
Underwear is the innermost layer and matters a great deal for whether you feel comfortable all day. Panties made of viscose from bamboo are soft and smooth against the skin and do not add bulk under tights. See bamboo panties. Choose a fit that does not squeeze and does not show edges under your clothes. That also lets you move more easily when you are wearing several layers.
The hoodie as a warm middle layer
A hoodie can be a good choice on a cold day if you combine it with trousers or a longer skirt. The hood protects the neck in the wind, and the top gives a soft, warm layer. See bamboo hoodies for women. If you want to wear a dress, a short hoodie or a cardigan over the dress can be a solution that both looks right and keeps you warm.
Wind and bare skin
The cold is rarely the big problem when you are wrapped up. It is the wind that finds the places where skin is bare, for example at the neck, the wrists and between sock and skirt. A long coat, high boots and a scarf cover most spots. If you have to stand outside for a long time, it is a good idea to choose trousers over a dress and to wear an extra layer underneath.
Caring for tights and underwear
Wash tights made of viscose from bamboo in a laundry bag at 30 degrees so that they do not catch on other clothes. Do not use fabric softener, and dry them flat. Panties are washed at 30 to 40 degrees and dried on a rack. The clothes last longer if they are not exposed to heat from a radiator or tumble dryer.
Frequently asked questions
Can I wear a dress at minus six degrees
Yes, if you layer with tights, boots, a warm coat and perhaps a cardigan. Avoid bare skin exposed to the wind, especially if you will be outside for long.
Which tights are warmest
It depends on the thickness and on how well they fit. Thick tights are warm, but those with a smooth fit and a little room at the crotch move better.
Does underwear need to be a certain material in winter
It is mostly about what feels good. A soft, smooth material without heavy seams is pleasant under several layers, and viscose from bamboo is one example.
You can find the full range at Bamboo-Clothing.com.
