Winter Must Have: Acorn Slippers

Slipper weather is here again my friends, time for a new pair?  I love my Acorn slippers so much I wear them to tatters.  I learned that in order to lower my thermostat, I had to keep my feet warm and toasty.  You lose so much heat through your head and feet and you can handle a much cooler indoor environment if you can just keep something on one or both--especially your feet because walking around on a cold floor is not good.  I know I save a fortune on my heating bill just by wearing slippers, not to mention the savings on socks.  As soon as those leaves start dropping off the trees, my extra-warm slippers come out.

If it's time for you to upgrade (or if you need an awesome holiday gift), check out these Chinchilla Collar Slippers.  They are like furry little clouds for your feet--so cozy and comforting!  A pair of these, a cup of hot tea and a good book and you are set for heaven.   They feel awesome but they also look really good, they're quite elegant, so you still get your fur (faux) and warmth, but they look very feminine and would look great with that sort of sleepwear.  Think cashmere robe (one can dream...). 

I also like Acorn's mules.  These are a must have standard for three seasons and are great by the door for when you slip your shoes off and slide these right on effortlessly.  Once you get used to wearing acorn slippers, you may not be able to live without them, you've been warmed. 

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Cozy Hand Warmer Fingerless Gloves by Nirvanna Designs

Sometimes you hands are cold, but you still need your fingers to be free for tying shoe laces, using electronics, etc.  Sometimes it's just more comfortable to have your fingers free.  Check out these super cute fingerless gloves from Nirvanna Designs.  Aren't these perfect for getting through the rest of Winter and those chilly Spring mornings?

They are butter soft on the inside and adorable on the outside.  They'll keep your hands warm on cold steering wheels and accent your outfit with some style.  They are hand made with untreated wool and cozy fleece and come in different colors.  Find them HERE. *Note:  Don't even think about putting these in the washing machine, even on handwash.  I almost ruined a pair that way, you have to wash these literally by hand and flat dry.  They're adorable and worth the effort!

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Enjoy the Cold Outdoors in The North Face

What do you wear when the weather is super cold, but also wet?  If you live in a rainy climate, it's a little bit tricky.  If you leave the house in a down coat and get caught in a downpour, you get soggy.   But there are solutions that will keep you warm and dry.  Check out this Brooklyn Jacket from the North Face.

It's a waterproof shell with down on the inside, so the water doesn't get near the down and it stays very warm.  The faux fur trim on the hood is removable and you can throw the whole coat into the wash when you need to clean it (sans detachable fur).  There are plenty of pockets for tickets, lip balm, id, money, etc., and the hand pockets are soft and cozy.  This coat has features that keep wind and rain out, like the cuffs, belt and zip/button down combo keeping well sealed against cold.  The fit is very snug, I recommend sizing up.

North Face makes another coat very similar to this called the Arctic Parka.  For those preferring a belt-less look, this one hits a little longer for added warmth.  Both coats have that durable HyVent 2L waterproof fabric that breathes while sealing out water and wind, in addition to ultra warm goose down on the inside of the coat.

I learned while taking the bus, or rather freezing at bus stops, that a good coat is a big deal.   When I wasn't driving, in the winter, I began to think of my coat (and footwear) as my car and with that came a lot of freedom. It makes all the difference in the world to keep warm, opening up various options like taking the bus and walking and playing outside.  Because of my proper cold weather clothing, I was comfortable taking the bus and dragged out getting a car a good extra year or two, not to mention being able to hang out in the cold and snow with my son as long as he wanted to.  Buy quality and you only have to buy it once.  Find these coat and other cold weather options HERE on the North Face website.

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ACORN Vegan Slippers

Slipper weather is here.  As soon as temperatures drop, the slippers come out of the closets at our house.  It's a great way to keep that thermostat down, keep nasties out of the house that can make you sick, and  pamper your feet.  Acorn has some great vegan slipper options.  I love that there are color choices beyond pastel pink and blue.  So often with women's slippers we are stuck with the same colors over and over, but Acorn offers some rich darker colors including black.

The Nex Tex Clog is your basic clog slipper, a welcoming scuff for tired feet to slip into after a long day.  I love slides, they are so easy and you can just step right into them. These are my favorite slippers.  They have an outdoor-friendly sole so you can grab the mail and they're quite comfy.

Chinchilla Booties have a fun faux fur detail that butter soft.  The inside is lined with the faux chinchilla which feels crazy cozy on bare feet.  These also have the hard outsole if you need to step outside, and a soft footbed.  That fabric that comes up around your ankle really adds to the warmth.

For kids, the Spa Slipper is a great choice.  They're fuzzy and soft and have elastic at the ankles for a better fit.

All three slippers have a soft cushy memory foam midsole and EVA for added comfort, and they are machine washable as well for easy care.  I think slippers make a great holiday gift.  Find these and more fabulous slippers HERE on Acorn's site.

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Smartwool: It's time to bring out the wool

Synthetic materials just don't cut it with me.  When it comes to warmth and performance, no matter how many times I try other materials I always come back to wool.  Smartwool is a brand I trust for quality, eco mindedness,  and animal well being.  "We would never hurt sheep," says Smartwool, "we love our sheep."  They participate in active promotion of enviornemtal stewardship programs and utilize eco friendly practices.  Wool is a natural, sustainable material and offers the benefit of managing temperature, odor and moisture.  The comfort level is high and so is the durabilty.

High Isle Socks are perfect to wear under boots.  They come in several different color combinations.  I love the Autumn colors in the Sienna High Isle.  Perfect for the season!

The Lupine Scarf is thin and wonderful to wear as an accessory beyond keeping warm.  I love the Charcoal Heather for wardrobe versatility but there are brighter options as well.  It's soft and cozy and very well made.

And for the days when you want to keep warm and still wear a dress or skirt, there are Smartwool Galoon Tights.  I find they run true according to the sizing chart, they are soft and look great with boots.

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