The Perfect Gentleman Issue 9 - Christmas | Page 45

3. Add as many thin layers over this as you like –
fewer if you’re a larger man who may easily
over heat, and more if you’re smaller and tend
to feel the chill (you can take the top layers off
once you’re inside).

HANDS
As you can see from the picture, there isn’t
much to the human hand. Like ears, the tips of
our fingers can be frostbitten too, so take care of
them.

4. Top off with a warm winter coat of your
choice.

Textile options for your t-shirts and long
underwear:
• Cotton works well for warmth and wicking
perspiration away – available in plain knit weave
or warmer waffle weave (raised and recessed
squares on the surface of the fabric)
• Silk is thin and fantastically warm
• Lightweight wool is also a favourite for long
underwear, but wear with caution – wool is
VERY warm and might be too much for some of
you
Note that wearing a base layer will make your
clothes feel tighter, so if you can, wear baggier
clothes to accommodate your insulating layers.

Experiment with different types of gloves for
different temperatures to see what suits you:
knitted wool or acrylic, fleece, leather, or
synthetic. Doubling up on gloves is an idea as
well. If it gets really cold or you work outside,
try high-tech 3M Thinsulate gloves.
The skin of our hands really gets beaten up
during the winter. If you can, use heavier
moisturizer on your hands before you leave in
the morning and don’t be afraid to work some
into your hands and cuticles before you go to
bed.
Remember, taking care of your skin is just as
important as eating a sensible diet – your skin is
the largest organ of your body!

The Perfect Lady

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