Thermals have come a long way since ‘Long Johns’ first became popular. Banish any old ideas that thermals are just for outdoor activities or something your Granny used to wear!
What really stands out from the crowd now are the stylish options; lace, mesh and unique prints make underlayers the foundation of any good winter outfit.
However, my favourite reason to wear them is that they are slimming! Yes, really! When the weather calls for adding more layers, most of us think of outer layers – which eventually lead to bulkiness and losing our all important figure! Walking around like the Michelin Man isn’t flattering and certainly won’t make getting around any easier with volumes of fabric surrounding you.
Enter high tech thermal underlayers! Envisage a slimmer, warmer and more confident you, strutting your stuff this winter in your favourite setting, knowing you’ve got yourself covered – head to toe. Fitting like a glove, thermals are perfect under tight fitting tops and skivvies, uniforms and leisure wear, but personally, I love to wear them under skinny jeans and pants – no one has any idea they’re there and I always feel warm as toast.
When it comes to feel, there’s more to choose from now than ever. We’re spoiled with technologically advanced fabric options on top of the usual wool and cotton combinations. Baselayers, an Australian owned company, have a wide range of fabric options, including their newest product ‘E Wool’ which is a blend of wool and a natural fibre made from Eucalyptus trees. Ideal if you value a breathable fabric, it absorbs moisture better than cotton and is also anti-bacterial and biodegradable, which means you’re ultimately doing the environment a favour as well. Baselayers can be found in Hannas Toowoomba, Myer or see their full range online at baselayers.com.au.
