Looking for VERY warm clothes recommendations for ill DH

[Myotis]

Hi

My husband is ill at the moment and waiting for a big op- he was slim anyway but has lost weight after being so poorly this year. Can anyone recommend any really warm clothes I can get him so he’s not always wearing two coats in the house?
He already has plenty of standard thermals and base layers as when he was working he was outside a lot so is used to layering up but it’s just not enough. So- warm thermal ideas and really warm jumpers please. Has to be in at least an XS if men’s sizes.

Thanks

Also make sure any base layers are loose. I have found those skin tight base layers actually make me colder. I need the layer if air at my skin to warm up if that makes sense. Also a wool blend with alpaka (sp?) if you can find any. Incredibly warm.

Hope your husband isn't waiting too long for the operation.

Heat Holder socks - I wear them to the stables in very cold weather and to be honest my feet get too hot in them! I'm pretty sure they do hats too?

Also def a heated gilet as it's not too bulky.

Fleece, the half zip types with funnel neck, 2 sizes larger than he needs. Or oodie type garment. Thermal base layer ( not skin tight, remember the air layer rule) plus larger fleece means air is trapped between which is warming. Heated throw definitely. Also would add a hot water behind his back when sitting. If he is sitting or lying in your sofa put a single size electric blanket along the sofa, cover with a throw. Sheer bliss. Also works on reclining chairs I’m told.

Primark do really good leggings woth fake fur on the inside

I get really cold too. Cashmere socks, jumpers and scarf. Over my cashmere jumper I wear a big fleece jumper. Sheepskin slippers over my cashmere socks.

Watching with interest. Unfortunately, DH has very long arms and to get the arm length everything hangs like a tent on him.

I was going to get some clothes from Uniqlo, but having read about their returns on MN I am loath to do so. I don't live anywhere near a Uniqlo, sadly.

I ordered Merino Wool thermals from an etsy store in Lithuania. Only thing is- be careful with size as mine are too loose so not as warm as they should be.

Lots of layers are better than one thick jumper as each layer acts as insulation.

loon for wool, merino thermals etc.

Go to Mountain warehouse, Trepass, go outdoors etc

I think wool is warmest, Lidl and Aldi usually have merino base layers for skiers around this time of year, though as others have said cashmere is best.

@Myotis The Uniqlo Heattech stuff is extraordinary - it comes in three warmth levels, but even the warmest is easy to wear under other layers. Don't just get the tops but also leggings - and don't underestimate the thermal socks either.

You need lots of layers ideally in natural fibres so silk and wool - and yes I know they are expensive.

I have heated throws, so far this year I have had the heating on twice - it's about 12 degrees but I'm warm (also I don't feel the heat like others do).

Fingerless gloves so he can still write or use the TV remote.

Thick tights. I know they are normally for women but they do keep you warm.

Have a look here. My Dad had some very warm Aran jumpers over the years. Looks like shipping might be free too

Primark do those plush lined leggings things as thermal long johns for men.

They come in an XS.

£8

Lands End silk base layers, then vintage cashmere jumpers from eBay. Plus anything alpaca you can find. Alcapa is sooooo cosy

I recently upgraded my base layers from acrylic to Merino wool - got them on sale from Mountain Warehouse - and it's an absolute gamechanger, so much warmer and more comfortable under other clothes.

I also have fingerless knitted silk gloves that I wear when working at my laptop, which are bizarrely effective. I got them from a technical workwear online site, they're designed for people working outdoors who need manual dexterity (but work perfectly well for indoors WfH IT workers!).

Thermal underwear - long John's and long sleeved vest - think Primark and m and s do them

Lands End down gilets are very good. DH always wears one under his jacket when out in his open car, they are so light but not bulky. They have xs in brown for £39 in the sale at the moment.

Keeping the trunk warm is useful, maybe pick up some old fashioned knitted slipovers in the charity shops, they don't restrict the arms and can bulk up the layers.

I have this jacket and often wear it indoors as you feel like you're not wearing anything as it's so lightweight and very warm. My mum has it and loves it too for warmth. They don't do men's version but asyou say your dh is small a women's would fit.

www.uniqlo.com/uk/en/product/ultra-light-down-compact-jacket-460929.html

Yes, they are very thin but really effective I have worn them in Norway in the winter and New York in February and they were toasty. Wash and dry well too. He needs to keep extremities warm , thermal gloves, good thermal socks, a hat. The body will automatically keep internal organs warm but at the expense of extremities, but cold hands and feet make you feel miserable.

My SIL works outdoors on a stall (so not very active work) and absolutely swears by her heated gilet. You can also get those rechargeable handwarmers (I think there are some Black Friday deals on Amazon) that he can pop into his pockets.

Wool wool wool. Merino wool next to skin, then thicker wools. If you can get a traditional jumper from a cold place where people worked outdoors, they are a thousand times better than wool blend jumpers designed as fashion items.

Cashmere all the way, u should find some in charity shops. If too big, u can easily take them at the seams by hand.

I repurpose mine with worn out elbows by cutting sleeves off for sleeveless overtop AND end of sleeves as FINGERLESS GLOVES - I wore them when studying in cold rooms and they kept my hands warm. Or just get fingerless gloves or cut off tips of fleecy gloves and use that - makes a big difference!

A dry robe?

Heat Tech are brilliant base layers, and I would also really recommend thick merino walking socks. He may also enjoy one of those heatable grain cushions that go in the microwave: I use them to warm up feet and then they are kept warm by the merino socks. Also really useful to put the warm cushion over the heat tech layer but under a thick jumper to warm up abdomen etc.

Have you mentioned to the doctor how cold he feels? Sometimes it can be a side effect of medication or a sign that certain nutrients are low and they may be able to tweak things so he is more comfortable.

You need to think about how heat can be generated for him, together with keeping him warm as well if that make sense.
So a heated gilet would be a really good idea and a heated blanket for when he is at home.

Also have a look here:
Undergarments - Varusteleka.com

The quality of garments in the Nordic countries are so much better than we have here (obviously because they need to be). Not cheap but will last for many years. You can get the sent to the UK - presuming that's where you are - albeit with a Brexit tax of course.