Really warm kids fleeces? Dd1s lips went purple during her riding lesson today

[EnidVorhees]

are the ones from MIllets any good? I want a seriously warm one, not the Boden crappy ones

we got a jojomamanbebe one a couple of years ago made of some polartec jobbie cos dd1 gets very cold

she's still wearing it three years later - buy big, that's my advice

Do they do Peter Storm fleeces in small sizes? I bought one last winter and it's really, really warm.

Regatta do kids stuff I think.

I got a really nice,thin but warm skiing one from Marks and Sparks for dd.

looks like they do!

Get one with a lining - like this from Little Trekkers: arctic fleece . You need to stop the wind to keep the warmth in, and it cuts out on bulk. Alternatively stick a windproof jacket over the top!

tbh, I've given up on fleeces, especially for children. A cotton or a wool jumper keeps you much warmer imo (or layers of thin wool and cotton). Tights under trousers are also a good idea when it's really cold - and it will be as from tomorrow!

Natural fibres work, petrochemical ones don't.

I think that layers are the best bet, starting with a tucked in vest... (talking from experience as a rugby/football watching mum)

Agree layers,
long sleeve thermal vest and bottoms,
long sleeve t-shirt or shirt,
wool or fleece jumper,
warm coat,
wind/waterproof jacket.

I work out doors for long periods of time and sometimes have a few more layers in between those. Including riding, make sure tops are long enough to tuck into bottoms as a gap around the waist is horrible. I got a cycling light weight waterproof that has a bum flap.

Keeping dry and keeping wind out are top priority, good gloves, scarf and socks and even a thin beanie under riding hat or ski style bad to cover ears.

Technical description

"Next to skin layer - Most importantly, this layer is non-cotton. It should also fit tightly, for the best wicking effect.

Insulative Layer - This layer provides warmth and should also be the most variable, because different activities/temperatures may demand more or less insulation.

Element Layer - Wind and water rob the body of warmth, therefore, choosing garments that are both wind and waterproof will benefit the user most. "

I find 2 fleeces works well for me. M&S have some quite 'thin' unbulky ones for kids that wouldn't look bad if they were doubled up. Trespass do kids ones and I think they do lined kids ones.

lovely. Thanks everyone - florenceUK I think you are the winner! Will check with dd1 that she likes the look of it. Now, can you buy thermals online??

Muddy Puddles have some good looking layers, too, as well as other bits and pieces .

JackieNo how do you do it?

Are you sure you are not an extension of my unconscious shopping mind? Those thermals are fab (weirdly that girl looks just like dd1s best friend)

excellent thread..dd is in vest, long sleeved t-shirt, quilted body warmer, coat long socks and lined combats today!

I get them in tramping/trekking stores. They'll fit you out for Siberia if need be. Find those fleece jackets very warm. Dd has the fleece lined woollen hats and gloves too. Get all that winter stuff in those kinds of shops because our winters can be really cold. We had around -15 and more last winter so you need good stuff.

Enid.

Microfleece.

I haven't bought it for DDs yet, but Patagonia makes one out of recycled plastic bottles that is the business.

Layers. And invest in a good pair of riding gloves, and thermal socks... my feet used to be FREEZING riding.

HOW do you make them out of recycled plastic bottles I wonder?

Amazing

Fingerless gloves, too.

In my former life as a climber, I used to sprinkle cayenne pepper in my glove liners. It really does keep your hands warmer!

On feet, a silk liner sock and then a wool trekking sock.

I like SmartWool.

Muddy Puddles I think are the ones we've used - I highly recommend merino long johns, they make all the difference in the world. Without being bulky at all.

You can also get silk layers for kids.

Thinsulate lined gloves and hats are good and can be bought very cheaply.