The closets have been re-organized, the flip flops have been put away, and the baskets of winter gear have been brought up and placed in our hallway closet.
Yes, the transition from warm summer days to cold winter days has taken place. There is nothing I can do but put on my most stylish hat and grin and bear it. Winter is not my favourite season, but living in Canada, we have to learn to enjoy it. However, skating, skiing, and crisp walks in the freshly fallen snow can only be enjoyed if we're dressed for it.
One company I've always loved and trusted to keep me warm (and looking good!) is Patagonia. They were one of the first major retailers to use only organic cotton, too. The company has a sold mission statement, too: "Build the best product, cause no unnecessary harm, use business to inspire and implement solutions to the environmental crisis."
Patagonia was generous enough to send me two coats for my children, which they've already worn since the temperatures have dropped over the last few days. Not only are the coats super adorable, but they have kept my boys toasty warm, too. We've already received tons of compliments on the jackets, the fit, and how nice they are. The best part? My boys love them. And you know how hard it can be to get kids into jackets and winter attire, right? We had no battles with these coats!
My four-year-old received the Patagonia Boys Down Sweater, which retails for $125. This coat is ultralight (you can roll it up and put it in your purse, it's so light!) windproof and very toasty warm. It also has a water-resistant polyester shell that is insulated with highly compressible, 600-fill power premium European goose down. The blue colour is so nice on my little boy, and it just happens to be his favourite colour. We love it!
My seven year old received the Boys 3-in-1-Jacket. This jacket retails for $239. My son loves the jacket, and I love it, too. Since he's in grade two, he spends a lot of time outside during the day during recess and his lunch break. I like knowing the jacket he's wearing all day will be keeping him very warm. The jacket is waterproof/breathable H2No Performance Standard 2-layer polyester shell with a durable 2.5 layer nylon contrast trim, and has fully-taped seams for storm-level protection. It also includes a polyester plain weave shell lining and insulation, and the outer shell has a three-panel hood with extended brim and internal elasticized gusset for a stay-put fit. The shell also has a mini-powder skirt to seal out snow and even attaches to Patagonia Boys Go-Snow Pants. My boys love rolling around in the snow, so this is an awesome feature!
Patagonia Toronto, located at 500 King Street West, has just launched a month long contest in their store, too. If you come in with you favourite piece of Patagonia gear between November 5-27, tell them why you love it, and have your photo taken, you are entered to win a $500 gift card. Everyone who participates will be invited to a special Customer Appreciation event taking place on November 27th, where the winner will be chosen. Pretty sweet deal, no?
When you're out shopping this season for new winter coats for yourself and for your children, make sure to check out the new line of jackets by Patagonia. I promise you—you'll stay warm, and you'll look great, too!
Happy shopping!
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