As bomb cyclones and cold fronts sweep across the US, staying warm has become a daily challenge. The Filter team has compiled 20 winter essentials, tested by experts and people living in some of the coldest places on Earth, to help you brave the frosty temperatures.
For ultra-warm gloves, a combination of ATG MaxiFlex Work Gloves and M McGuire Wool Glove Inserts is recommended. A warm and stylish sweater option is the Gobi Cashmere Essential Crewneck Sweater.
Lauren Gould, editorial coordinator at the Filter US, swears by her Aritzia Super Puff coat, which has 800+ premium down and is wind- and water-resistant. Karen Yuan, commissioning editor, calls her Lululemon puffer a 'sleeping bag' coat, noting it has stayed waterproof and wind repellent for six winters.
Mongolia-based Breanna Wilson recommends the Venustas heated jacket, with heating zones in the chest, shoulders and pockets. An engineer in Stockholm praises her black long puffer as 'like wearing a duvet,' while Alaska-based journalist Julia O’Malley recommends the thigh-length Patagonia Downdrift Women’s Parka for extra warmth.
For footwear, Ruth Baron, senior editor, has worn her limited edition Red Wing boots for seven years, praising their sturdy soles and leather that repels wintry mix. Nick Mokey, editor, has used Danner Explorers for 16 years, noting the lugged Vibram sole and full-grain leather upper. O’Malley recommends Steger Mukluks, handmade in Minnesota, which keep feet toasty even in the Arctic.
These durable staples have been tested in extreme conditions and are designed to keep you warm without sacrificing style.
