Hi Michelle - I don't think 100 grams of insulation is going to be adequate for the types of temps that you are talking about - here are some other suggestions for longer coats with higher insulation packages:
-The North Face Arctic Jacket (warmest of the bunch)
-The North Face Metropolis Jacket
-The North Face Tempest Down Jacket

I think all three of these would work well for a cold Canadian winter, and down is the way you are going to want to go for insulation.
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Yes - it does have the same pit zips that the reg. Denali has-

Hi Henry- These pants will be 100% windblocking. There is a full side-zip version of these (Venture Side Zip Pant) that I think would be more convenient when using these pants with boots and over clothes - make sure you upsize as well to make room for pants-
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Hey Brad- This would make a great layer over the XTC-

Hi - I would go XL in this jacket-

Yep - I think the 10 would be the way to go.

Hi Melissa- These boots are not waterproof, but they do have a DWR treatment on the fabric that keep them very water-resistant. I have the men's version, and wear them around the snow all of them time and have never had a problem with and any water getting though.
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Hi Bee - if you are looking for a slimmer fit, I would stick with the medium.

Hi Paula - I would recommend checking out The North Face Modulation Jacket - it is very similar to the Insulated Varius Guide - both waterproof, same amount of insulation, similar price- but the Modulation has more ski specific features like a snow skirt and interior pockets for goggles etc. - Similar jackets, but the Modulation was designed as a more ski friendly piece.
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Hi Keelie - I think the jacket that you are talking about is The North Face Tempest Down Jacket - Ingrid skis in this one quite a bit, and helped design it.
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Hi Jen - This is a proprietary North Face synthetic fill - similar to something like Primaloft or Thinsulate. This jacket has a 100 gram insulation package which seems fine for the application that you describe, but if you are worried about your daughter staying warm, there are many other North Face jackets on the Backcountry site that have 200 grams is insulation or more (Blizzard, Shades Away), or you could look at one of the down jackets (Nuptse, Aconcagua, Moondoggie) which are all going to be very warm for just about any winter conditions.
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Hi Currie - that isn't quite enough info to help - could you give height and weight? Do you know generally what size she is in youth sizing? 12 or 14 or something along those lines? Happy to help with a little more info-

Hi Caroline - This jacket doesn't have any sheen to it - it is a matte finish.
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Hi Kayra - The Transit is not going to be as warm as The Nuptse jacket, but that is not to say that the Transit is not warm- it is still going to keep most folks warm in all but the coldest conditions. I got a Transit for my mom that lives in Park City Utah - and she stays really warm in a pretty cold winter climate-
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Hi Gisele - I think it is going to be pretty tough to find a warmer jacket than the Arctic Parka. In that minus 40 degree type of stuff you are still going to need some layers under this jacket, but it is as warm as they come outside of an expedition type jacket like The North Face Prism Optimus jacket.
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Hey Devin - This is a good choice for a year-round shell. It is not insulated, so it is going to be good in the winter when you layer with it, and light enough so that you won't roast in the warmer months.

Hi Robin - not quite as warm as the Denali. The Osito is about a 200 weight fleece, where the Denali is a 300 weight - so the Denali is going to be quite a bit warmer.

Hi Alice - it does, just like the adult version.

I can't speak too much to the Venta, but typically you are going to give up most of the stretch when you opt for a windstopper membrane - it does not have a lot of stretch. If you are looking for a little extra warmth from this type of jacket, you may want to check out the Sentinel Thermal Jacket - it has a high loft fleece liner that is super comfortable and warmer than the Sentinel.
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No - just the main zip-

For the temperatures that you listed, I would think the Pumori or Khumbu would be the more usable weights. From there, it is really just a matter of fabric difference - the Pumori is a Polartec fleece, while the Khumbu is a proprietary fleece. They are both nice, I like the clean looks of the Pumori - but obviously that is totally subjective.
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Hi - I would go with the small based on the info you provided- especially if you don't plan on heavy layers.
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If you don't plan on using this pack for alpine climbing, I can't really recommend it for you- their are some sacrifices that you make with climbing packs (padding, suspension)that aren't necessary if you don't plan on using it for this application. Here are 2 packs that I would recommend more for hiking/camping:
-North Face Crestone
-North Face El Lobo
Hope this helps

Hey Ken- I'm not sure which UA pants you are talking about, but the XTC tight is more of a base layer than a training pant. Check out these two pants for good training pant options:
-North Face Momentum Tight (heavier weight)
-North Face Impulse Pant (mid-weight)

They would both make really good training pants.

Hi K - It is actually more like a large in this jacket.
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Hi Asim - I would go with a large.

They are pretty warm, but not so much that you roast indoors. I can handle 200 grams of insulation indoors, but not so much with 400 gram footwear. I think they work well for outdoor/indoor use.
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Hi - They are not the same fleece - the Osito is a proprietary North Face fleece, where the Scythe is a Polartec fleece. The Scythe also has Power Stretch panels on the sides that give it more of a performance fit and feel. They are both super soft.
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I would say that TNF fleece runs a little on the big side. I think the small will work fine for you, and you will still have room for layers.
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Hi - The measurement is only 1" longer on the Redpoint, but it seems to wear a little longer than that.
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Hi - I think the large would work for you-

Hi Kurtis- The Sedition Jacket is Gore Softshell, and the backing is 3 different types of fleece - heavier in the back and chest, with lighter fleece under the arms and down around the hem of the jacket (so it doesn't pick up snow). The fleece backer is going to add some additional warmth for sure, but not to the degree of an insulated shell, so you will still need to layer with this piece on cold days. It is a nice compromise however- this jacket is more usable in greater variety of weather conditions than an insulated shell.
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Hello - I have a pair of these boots, and they fit my narrow feet very well (my feet are aren't wide in the toebox however..). I have found with these boots and many other insulted boots that I have owned that the insulation tends to take the shape of my foot, and this boot was no exception. In general I think it is tough to find a custom fit with a 400 gram insulated boot, but I have been very happy with these fitting a narrow foot.
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Hi Flori- I think you will be happy with the medium in this jacket.

Hi - They are pretty close in looks, but the shell fabric on the Amplitude is quite a bit nicer in my opinion. There is a pretty big difference when you see them side by side.

Hi Sandra- size large should work well for you-

Hey Greg- I'd go with the large. The Gotham runs pretty big- I am 6-3 and about 190 and the large is big enough.
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Hi again - yes - down insulation should be every bit as warm as sheepskin, and maybe warmer since I haven't seem sheepskin boots that come up this high. They are totally windproof.

I would go with the 9 for the best fit-

Hey Eddie - it doesn't quite make it up to your armpits - probably about halfway between your waist and armpits. I would use it as a summer with some type of primaloft or down jacket to keep the upper warm.

Hi - They do have a DWR (durable water repelancy) treatment, so they will do just fine in a drizzle, but because the seams are not sealed, I would want to be out in full-on rain storm in them. Great for cold and snow however!
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Hi Kate - This is a common misconception with down jackets. The 800 fill rating does not mean it will be warmer than a 700 fill jacket - it simply tells you the grade of the down that goes into the jacket, not how much of it goes into the jacket. In the case of the Nuptse jacket, it probably has at least twice as much down fill than the Thunder jacket, so the difference between 700 fill and 800 fill won't outweigh the total amount of insulation going into the jacket. The Thunder jacket is made more for milder temperatures and also to be used as a layering piece, where the Nuptse is your middle of the winter super insulated down jacket.
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Hi - Youth and adult size 7 are different sizes (the youth 7 being much smaller that the adult 7). Also, the materials and construction of the boots and materials are also different.
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Hi Sylva - This jacket doesn't have any breast cancer logos on it.

Hi - I think you would be happy with the large.

Hi Colleen- Heatseeker is a proprietary insulation that The North Face uses that is comparable in warmth to something like Primaloft. The jacket is totally waterproof, and although the fabric does have a denim look to it, it is 100% synthetic and won't absorb moisture like non-synthetics.
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Hi Ashley - This jacket does not have a hood. The Nuptse isn't one of the longer down jackets that The North Face makes, you might want to check out the Destiny Down or the Amore jacket. They both have insulated hoods, and also are a little longer than the Nuptse.
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Hi Abbie - The Bionic Jacket has light fleece backing on the interior of the jacket, while the Bionic Thermal has a high loft fleece on the interior. You get extra warmth with the high loft fleece, but it is probably the feel of it that makes it popular.... it does have a really nice feel to it.
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Hey Johnny - From you dimensions I would have said XXL, but if you have been comfortable in an XL McMurdo, I would go with the XL. These jackets have very similar fits, and in general run big.

Hi Ray - This one piece is made to have more of a freeride roomy fit, so I think you will be better off with the XL. It will also give her more room to wear a couple layers under it which will be nice if she gets cold a lot.
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Hi Casey - I think this pack is great and would serve you well- however you might want to check out The Surge and the On Site packs (also North Face)- they have dedicated laptop sleeves that you can access without going into the main compartment of the pack. I find this way more convenient if you access your laptop often or when traveling (airport etc.) They all work great, but I really like the dedicated laptop access-
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Hey Jessie- This is probably the best pack that I can think of for the type of use that you describe. It has plenty of room for books etc., but is quite a bit lighter for hiking trips. It would be a great choice.

I think you are going to find the sleeves too short on the XS, I would go with the small.
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Hi Mausacht- I would go with a size small in this jacket.

Hi Ana - I think you are going to find this pack a little small for a multi-pitch pack, it was really designed as more of a sport climbing pack. I would look at The North Face Fulcrum 35 pack for the type of use that you are talking about. I have found this pack to be perfect in size for multi-pitch days, and the fabric will hold up better as well. There is a dedicated rope pocket on the front which I find to be really nice on approaches and walk-offs.
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The closest thing that I can think of is The North Face STH Glove. They do not have the high loft fleece backing that this jacket does, but the softshell has a similar feel and the fit is great.
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Hi Kate - I would go with a medium.

Hi Fubu - I would try out a medium.

This jacket only has a fleece lining around the neck for extra comfort- the rest of the interior is a brushed softshell which I think feels good over a tee shirt. I use this piece frequently as a warm weather outerwear jacket, and in cooler weather it becomes a midlayer under something else. One of the most versatile pieces that I use.
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Hey - This jacket does zip in, but it still has snaps at the cuffs and back of neck as well.
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Hi Dawn- because the fleece pant is for more of a casual fit, I would go with the medium here.

Hi Dawn - wouldn't go with the XL - give the large a shot.

Hi - It is one of the warmest linners that North Faces uses in it's Triclimate series of 3 in 1 jackets. The only one that would be significantly warmer would be The North Face Down Triclimate Jacket. If you find yourself getting cold a lot during the winter, I might suggest bumping up that model, otherwise I think you will find the Atlas to be a very warm jacket.
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It would, but you probably would need it to be at least one size larger to accommodate something like a boys Aconcagua or Nuptse jacket.
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Hi Trude - I would stick with the girl's medium for the best fit. Here are some suggestions:
-North Face Aconcagua: 550 fill down - warmest of the bunch, might be overkill in some regions
-North Face South Forest: Synthetic fill nylon shell jacket - close 2nd to Aconcagua in warmth. Versatile piece.
-North Face Little Wing: Super cozy high loft fleece - similar in warmth to a 200 weight fleece
-North Face Khumbu Jacket: Traditional 200 weight fleece
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Hi Tracy - This shoe and also the Ultra 104 are both going to be good choices for shoes that do both well. Both have good underfoot protection to make viable hiking shoes. I would probably go 104 if you have a wider foot, and stick with the 105 if you are average to a little narrower.
Either one will treat you very well as a dual purpose.
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In those types of conditions you are probably still going to want to wear some type of midlayer with this jacket. If you are looking for something that you don't need to layer with, I would recommend The North Face Verdi Down II jacket- this has enough insulation so that you won't need to wear anything more than a lightweight baselayer.
Hope this helps-

It is 25" inches in length (center back measurement, which measures from the bottom of back of the collar).
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Hi Trude - it sounds to me like you have the Mountain Light Jacket because the Resolve is not zip-in compatible. The Little Wing will zip-in if have that extra zipper on your shell.
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Hi Indigo- I would give The North Face Warranty Dept a call at 1-866-715-3223 and find out if they want you send just the buckle or the whole jacket in to them for replacement/repair. Sounds like something that they can easily take care of.

Hi Indigo- I would give The North Face Warranty Dept a call at 1-866-715-3223 and find out if they want you send just the buckle or the whole jacket in to them for replacement/repair. Sounds like something that they can easily take care of.

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Dan - I would like to clarify some of the statements Julian makes regarding Windwall which I do not find to be accurate. Comparing Wind Pro to Windwall is not comparing apples to apples. Wind Pro blocks about 4 times more wind than traditional fleece or about 60 CFM, and accomplishes this through a more dense weave. The Windwall on the other hand accomplishes it's windblocking characteristics through a laminate at about 14 CFM. Wind Pro lets through more wind through but is more breathable, while Windwall blocks more wind but is less breathable - like most fabrics from good companies, it's not a matter of trust - just finding the characteristics that fit your needs and budget.
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Hello - just fleece on the interior. The windblocking characteristics of the fleece come from how dense the weave of the fabric, and is about 4 times more wind resistant than traditional fleece. The nice part is that there is no laminate to keep the fabric from being super breathable - nice combo.
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I haven't heard any recent comments on TNF snowsports jackets running narrow in the shoulders, so I would stick with the small if that is what you usually go with. This jacket is more of fitted cut, but I think you will still have room for layers if you do with other size small jackets.
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Hi - I wouldn't go as far as to say that the Nuptse Bootie is good for everyday use, but they are certainly designed for outdoor use. I have worn mine in -20 or so temps in Alaska and they have treated me well. They should hold up just fine for the application that you have described. I have quite a few days in mine - everything from expeditions to driving up to the ski hill, and they are holding up well.
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Hi B.L. - That is strange, I have stuffed many Dolomites into stuff sacks, and haven't had any problems. Have you tried stuffing it into the sack without rolling it? This is usually my method. I have also stuffed plenty of Aleutians, and haven't had too much trouble with these either. Most of our bags aren't designed to be rolled - so give the stuff method a shot. There is also a feeling within our design team that it preferable with both tents and sleeping bags to fold materials over and over again in the same way, that over time that can stress the fabrics and insulations in the same areas, but when you stuff them that the impact is more random and spread out.
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If this jacket was a North Face performance fit I would probably point you toward a medium, but since it is their standard fit which more generous, I think you are going to be better fit in the small.
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Hey Chuck - These jackets are very close indeed, but here are the differences that I found:
-Elysium Jacket is 1.6 oz. lighter
-Phantom Jacket uses a 15D face fabric vs. and 20D for the Elysium (Elysium very slightly heavier shell fabric)
-Almost identical lengths, with the Phantom being .5 inches longer

I am not familiar with MH sizing, but you are a straight medium in the Elysium.
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Hi Beth,
I am going to disagree with Canadian Chica on this one and suggest that you go with the medium in this jacket.

Hello - here are my suggestions to you: if you get cold a lot, or are outside for long periods of time in the middle of the winter, and don't mind a little additional bulk, then I would probably move to the Arctic Parka - it will certainly keep you warmer with less need to do more layering. On the other hand, if you don't mind adding a more substantial layer under it on the coldest days, the Insulated Grace is the more versatile piece for more of the winter and the shoulder seasons. Unless you are a person that gets cold very frequently, I actually this level of insulation will work very well for you.
Hope this helps-

Hey Logan- This probably wouldn't be my first recommendation to you primarily because this is more of a ski pant than a climbing/backcountry pant. Keeping pretty close to your budget at $249 is The North Face Mountain Pant- also Gore, this pant has more rugged material, and Kevlar reinforcement in the kick patches. The other benefit with The Mountain Pant is full side zip for ventilation, and removable suspenders.
Hope this helps-

Hi Christine - The North Face's policy has always been to stay away from temperature ratings with regards to it's apparel line. It is very subjective from one person to another as far as their personal physiology, and what kind of activity the jacket is going to be used for.
Activity use will have the greatest impact on how I recommend different jackets to different people. Triclimates like the Kira tend not be pieces that people use in high aerobic activities like cross country skiing. So the bottom line is that I would probably recommend this insulation package without much layering under it down to about the low teens for general use. Below that, I would probably recommend one of system jackets like The North Face Down Triclimate for colder temperature ranges because of it's 550 fill down liner jacket that will provide more warmth that the 100 gram synthetic liner that the Kira uses.
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Hello - the center back length on the parka is 29", while the jacket is 26".

Hello - the center back length of this jacket is 26" on a medium size.
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Hi Caroline - they are going to pretty close in warmth, but I will give the slight edge to the Atlas - it has a slightly heavier fleece liner. The Boundary on the other hand gets the edge for comfort- the high loft super soft liner jacket is really comfortable.
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Hello - There is no doubt that this is a warm jacket. It is 550 fill down insulated with a high loft fleece interior, so I think it would be suitable for all but the coldest conditions. In case you are looking for something for extreme cold conditions, I would point you towards The North Face Nuptse Jacket which will be a little warmer than the Siren.
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You are correct that the zipper is red.

It is a soft interior - brushed fleece. Softer than any type of softshell jacket interior for sure.

We are about the same size, and the large long works well for me. The waist has some adjustment to it, so I think it is way more comfortable to go with something a little larger than a little too small. Check out the large long-

Hi Meg,

I'm thinking that the XL girls is going to be a little small - I would look at the small or medium in the ladies depending on how you like your jackets to fit. The Denali does run a little on the large side, so you may want to check the small out.
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Hi Dawn - I don't know much about the Destination, but it looks like the biggest difference is that the Lauren has a zip out liner which could be handy for a wider range of temperatures, and looks pretty cool if worn on it's own.
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Hi Karen- This jacket is surprisingly warm. Even in 10-20 degree weather I find that I wear my Redpoint way more than my down puffy if I am not going to be outside for a long period of time. Primaloft is pretty amazing stuff for how low profile it is. I think you will be happy with this one.
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Hey Will - I think the medium will work well for you.

Hello- unfortunately that is generally the nature of traditional pile fleece, and I don't think it is specific to the fleece used in the Khumbu jacket. Being the owner of 2 short hair dogs, traditional pile fleece isn't really an option for me, and I have switched over to is generally refered to as "hard face fleece". These types of fleece have much more dense weaves than pile fleece, and deal much better with dog hair and picking stuff up. An example of this type of jacket is The North Face Momentum Jacket. The other nice advantage of the hard face fabrics is that they tend to have more stretch as well.
Sorry that I don't have any suggestions for your current jacket.

Hi Bobbie- comfort ranges vary pretty drastically from person to person, but in general I would probably call this jacket comfortable down to the mid 40 degree range. With regards to wind resistance, that won't be one of the strong points for this jacket as it is high loft fleece without any type of wind barrier. If you are looking for fleece with some type of wind blocking barrier, here are a couple of suggestions:
-The North Face Windwall 2 jacket
-The North Face Reversible Chameleon Jacket
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J.W. - I have seen this jacket in person, and the picture represents it pretty well. It isn't neon by any means.
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See my answer to your question on the Abby Boots - I believe you will be better off with a 400 Gram insulation boot. I have some suggestions for you over there.

Hello- for the type of temperatures that you are talking about, I don't think that this boot will be suitable with 200 grams of insulation. Many other North Face boots have twice that amount, and I think they will be more appropriate for cold Alaska winter conditions. Here are some suggestions for 400 gram or more insulated boots:
-North Face Greenland Zip Boot
-North Face McMurdo Boot
-North Face Four Shadows Boot
Any of these will work fine under pants.
Hope this helps

Hi Marge - I would consider the Mountain Light a winter jacket, however it is an uninsulated shell and will need to be layered with to provide extra warmth.
Hope this helps