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The Art of Layering

Cold-weather activities don’t have to make you cold. When you master the art of layering, you will be ready for any adventure. Remember: You can peel off layers if things heat up, but you can’t put on layers that you didn’t bring along. Shop The Elephant’s Perch for all of your layer needs.

BASE-LAYERS

(Underwear Layer) It wicks sweat off your skin.

ICEBREAKER

Merino Thermal Tops

Casual comfort with technical performance. Icebreaker’s MerinoFine™️ base layer is cut from ultrafine 15.5 micron merino fibers for luxurious softness next to your skin. Performance, softness, warmth and luxury all in one pinnacle base layer offering.

MID-LAYERS

(Insulating Layer) Retains body heat to protect you from the cold.

PATAGONIA

Synchilla® Snap-T Pullover

A lightweight version of our classic Snap-T® Pullover made with warm and durable midweight recycled polyester fleece. Fair Trade Certified™ sewn.

OUTER-LAYERS

(Shell or Puffy Layer) Shield you from the wind and rain, or provide extra warmth.

MOUNTAIN HARDWEAR

Super-Light, Super-Warm Parkas

These parkas shine on light-and-fast alpine pushes everywhere from Alaska to Patagonia. They provide high-lofting, highly packable warmth for belays, bivies and bone-chilling temps.

ACCESSORIES

It’s important to keep those necks and noggins warm too.

TURTLE FUR

Totally Tubular Neck Gaiters

This multi-functional neck warmer is pocket-packable, insanely soft, and covers your face and neck from the sun, spray, windburn, and cold. Made of our proprietary Comfort Shell™ fabric and coming in a variety of solid colors, the Totally Tubular™ offers all day coverage, giving you the peace of mind to tackle life’s big adventures.

SMARTWOOL

Isto Retro Beanie

Keep your noggin toasty with the Isto Retro Beanie, made with heavy cable knit construction. It blends Merino wool with recycled nylon, so it’s soft, warm, and durable. A triple-shaded hat with a ribbed cuff for stay-in-place comfort, this beanie will look as good as it feels. Whatever your next outdoor adventure brings, you’ll be ready to meet it.