Winter is the New Year, the time for gifts, vacations, snowball games, skiing, ice skating and other outdoor activities. To spend this time with health benefits, and not in bed with a temperature, it is extremely important to choose the right outerwear, especially for young children. The best option would be a set of semi-overalls and a warm jacket.
How to choose a suitable semi-overalls, what air temperature it is designed for, what is it sewed from, what to wear? Our article will answer these and many other questions.
Models and styles
Semi-overalls - all-season thing. Depending on the material and style used, it can be worn in hot summer, cold winter and in the off season.
By function, semi-overalls can be sports, leisure or home.
Home-made semi-overalls can be worn at home or worn in a kindergarten. They are sewn from light natural fabrics and have a free style, so as not to hamper the movements of the child.
Sports models are great for outdoor activities, as well as hiking, tourist trips, picnics in nature, etc.
Walking bib overall is the most common model used in everyday life.
Bibs have a number of advantages over regular pants:
- functionality;
- practicality;
- usability;
- high heat-saving properties (due to the fact that the semi-overalls fit snugly to the chest, back and lower back of the child).
Summer coveralls are sewn from lightweight, breathable fabrics (linen, cotton, flannelette or terry cloth, denim). As a rule, it has a short length, comfortable for a child who is busy in the sandbox or riding a hill. Models for a cool summer can have a knitted or cotton lining.
Sports overalls for the warm season are made of natural breathable fabrics, so as not to cause discomfort during training. Sports overalls for winter necessarily complemented by insulation. Such models are ideal for outdoor games, as well as active sports, such as skiing. The materials used for sewing, well passed air: the young athlete will not sweat in such clothes, he will be quite comfortable and warm.
Winter overalls are made of denser fabrics using insulants. Most often it is down, tinsuleyt, synthetic winterizer and other natural or synthetic fillers.
For the warmer season, demi-season overalls are intended. They should not only warm the child, but also be absolutely waterproof, because such clothes are worn in the rain and in sleet. Demi-season models may have a warm lining.
The material for sewing waterproof semi-overalls is treated with a special water-repellent compound, so the child can stomp through the puddles without pain and walk in the rain. Sometimes waterproof models are made not only of polyester with impregnation, but also of membrane and rubber. Despite its rather thin appearance, rubber has high strength and wear resistance.
And, of course, all materials for the manufacture of outerwear, especially demi-season, are treated with a special dirt-repellent compound. The semi-overalls with protection against dirt is very practical, it is easily erased and for a long time retains the original appearance.
Knitted patterns are provided for the off season.They will not save from the wind, but they will warm you on a cool day. Knitted models can be worn under outerwear. Warmer variants of such models are double-layer semi-overalls lined with soft cotton, flannel or fleece.
Equally important for the semi-overalls is such a functional element as the straps. They can be wide or narrow, fasten with buttons or buttons, be made of elastic material. As a rule, equipped with a carbine for self-regulation of pants for the growth and build of the child.
Semi-overalls most often worn in sets with a warm jacket. They can be bought separately, but it is more convenient and cheaper to purchase a set immediately. These kits are made from different materials for children of any age, they are calculated for different weather conditions, etc.
Overalls and sets with a jacket are ideal for toddlers and older children. They allow plenty to lie in the snow, run through the puddles, play in the open air without getting wet or getting cold. But older children, such clothing is useful. Warm semi-overalls are indispensable in a cold winter for a teenage girl. They can not only walk or play sports, they are often used to go to school. To change clothes will not be a big problem, but you can be firmly confident in the health and comfort of your child.
Material and insulation
Depending on the season, semi-overalls can be made of thick, warm or thin, lightweight fabric. As a heater the most often used is a synthetic winterizer, down, izosoft and other fillers.
The synthetic winterizer - one of the most popular and inexpensive heaters. It is very light and is not designed for very low temperatures. In addition, after several washes, its thermal insulation qualities are noticeably reduced.
Thinsulate is a synthetic analogue of natural down in its heat-saving properties. This filler is used in the highest quality models. Its only disadvantage is the rather high cost.
Holofiber is the best option both in price and quality. Very light, warm, practical, perfectly keeps its shape.
Among the natural insulation in the first place - goose down. Bib with such a filler is ideal for very low temperatures. If the winter temperature does not fall below –15 ° C, then there is no point in acquiring such a warm thing - the child will be hot. Goose down is very light, durable, but can cause an allergic reaction.
For sewing demi-season models choose polyester or nylon. These are very lightweight, durable and practical materials. Possess high dirt-repellent ability and resistance to abrasion. In addition, polyester prevents the penetration of wind and moisture under clothing. The material has hypoallergenic properties.
For lightweight models, materials are chosen thinner, for example, denim, wool, corduroy. Such models look great, they are quite practical, durable, quickly erased.
Knitted fabric models are ideal for the beginning of autumn - the end of spring. Such a jumpsuit is not designed for rainy days, but rather to warm in cool weather.
Lightweight, hygroscopic fabrics such as cotton, knitwear or fleece are selected as materials for the lining.
Color and print
When it comes to outerwear for children, practicality is one of the main requirements for it. That is why, demi-season and winter semi-overalls are most often performed in dark, non-dark colors - blue, black, gray, brown. In this case, semi-overalls do not look dull or dull, because the material used has a beautiful glossy sheen, and the clothes themselves are often decorated with an interesting print or other decor.
There are several types of prints that are always popular. These are flowers, geometry, abstraction, hearts, funny animals, stars, toys, etc.
The last few years one of the fashion trends is a combination of several colors. Not spared such a fashion and children's clothing. Overalls and sets of outer clothing are often performed in two or three shades contrasting with each other. Most often, it is lilac, pink, lime, golden, blue, red and other colors.
Embroidery or appliqué using beads, rhinestones, shiny ribbon, braid, leather, fur, etc. is used as decoration.
Brands
Today, many manufacturing companies offer different models of children's semi-overalls from different materials. First of all, these are Canadian and Scandinavian brands, because in these countries climatic conditions are similar to Russian ones.
- Swedish company Didricsons offers a huge range of children's clothing, including the top. The products are of high quality, lightness, durability, good heat-saving ability and reasonable price. Bright, stylish, fashionable semi-overalls, sets and jackets will surely please any child, regardless of his age.
- Columbia Brand is one of the recognized world leaders in the production of clothing for sports and outdoor activities. For sewing, only the most modern materials and insulation of the new generation are used. Semi-overalls have adjustable suspenders, as well as additional velcro and elastic bands on the legs and waist for a closer fit of clothing to the child’s body and to prevent the ingress of snow or water.
- Children's clothing under the brand Lassie made of light membrane tissue. This option is ideal for actively moving kids. In such semi-overalls it will be not hot, but warm and comfortable.
- Excellent performance is different and clothing brand Next. It is practical, convenient, does not require special care and is very affordable.
- Italian company Borelli offers a collection of demi-season and winter clothing for girls and boys of different ages. All models are made of high quality materials, the design is designed with the latest fashion trends.
- Icepeak Outerwear belongs to the category of affordable. Excellent quality, a wide range of models, rich colors and the availability of additional elements to ensure the comfort of the child make the products of this brand very popular and popular in the Russian market.
What to wear?
The semi-overalls are a fairly versatile clothing, so it can be combined with different things.
Ideal for semi-overalls: turtleneck, sweater, jumper, shirt, jacket, sweatshirt. As a shoe, there may be a suitable seasonal option - boots, boots, ugg boots, quilts, sneakers, shoes.
Summer semi-overalls go perfectly with t-shirts, sleeveless shirts and other light clothing. Sandals can be worn with this set.
Images
A bright, stylish bib in vibrant violet is perfectly combined with a warm striped turtleneck in pink and purple tones. The dress looks very neat and beautiful, in case you have to go visit a cafe or a cinema and take off your warm jacket.
Beautiful motley summer bib for young lady. The original print and delicate pastel shades are perfect for a little beauty. Such a jumpsuit looks great against the background of a white t-shirt.
Light knitted jumpsuit for a charming baby. Stylish, fashionable clothes, which will not be hot even on the hottest day. Buttons on the straps are used as accessories. Completes the image of snow-white summer panama.