What's the best workwear when in cold weather? When working in winter weather, wear warm workwear!
It might sound like a tongue twister, but its genuine advice - you need specific workwear for when the weather's cold. If you just wear the same T-shirts you've been wearing all year, you'll regret it when the weather gets chilly.
Working in cold weather brings with it a unique set of challenges, from hypothermia and chilblains to reduced dexterity and heightened risks of slips, trips and falls. That is why it is essential for your health and safety that you wear suitable clothing when working in cold weather, particularly if you work outside or have a long commute. Our experts have put together this guidance to help you stay comfortable with cosy cold weather workwear.
Base Layers
The first rule of cold weather workwear is to layer up! The more layers, the warmer you'll be. When dressing for work on a very cold day, start with practical base layers. These layers will act as a second skin, providing the essential warmth that is needed when working outside in the winter months.
Not sure where to start? Here's some inspiration for you. For your bottom half, you base layer should be extremely lightweight and comfortably fit under thicker cargo trousers or work trousers. Take a look at these Spiro bodyfit baselayer leggings as a good example. For your top half, some kind of sweat-wicking long sleeve works well, for example our TriDri long sleeve performance T-shirt. This wicking fabric should help to keep you dry, warm and comfortable throughout the work day.
Couple these simple base layers with a pair of thick worker socks and you should be well on your way to feeling cosy and warm for your workday!
Mid Layers
On top of your base layer you will want to wear a mid-layer for added insulation and wind protection. Fleeces are a great mid-layer as they come in a range of thicknesses and styles, so you can choose a design based on your specific weather requirements. They are also easy to remove and pack away if the weather starts to heat up while you’re out on the job. Fleeces are both warm and professional, making them the ideal cold weather workwear.
For extra cold weather, you can even layer up with fleece or dry-fit jogging bottoms on top of your base leggings. These joggers should help you retain extra warmth while still offering full freedom of movement.
Outer Layers
Don't risk getting soaked on your way to work! Nobody wants to deal with being soggy all day long. Cold weather tends to bring rain, which means it's time to pick out a coat. Our Result Waterproof 2000 jacket is great for layering as it is midweight, waterproof and will also pack down neatly into any kit bag or rucksack. Pair this jacket with some waterproof trousers and you’re nearly ready to face the outside world!
To finish off your cold weather workwear look, you will need to stock up on some essential winter accessories, like beanies and gloves. Cold weather can reduce mental alertness and reaction times, as well as impair finger sensitivity and dexterity. Both of these factors can significantly increase the risks of accidents, which is why staying warm with appropriate headwear and gloves is so crucial for workwear safety in cold weather.
If you’re working on a building site or area where hi-vis is required, don’t fret! We also stock a range of hi vis jackets, hi vis trousers and more that are perfect for layering on cold days.
All of the workwear we supply at Class Workwear is available to be customised with a design of your choice using print or embroidery today! So, whether you need custom waterproof trousers or warm jackets with your company logo, you’re sure to find custom winter workwear that suits your needs in our collection.
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If you have any questions about our workwear range or want advice on the best workwear for cold weather, get in touch with us today and a member of our team will be happy to help!
