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10 The Canadian Statesman Christmas Gift Guide, Wednesday, November 23,1994 Shopping for Clothes? Follow These Suggestions for Keeping Kids Warm As the holidays draw near and parents parents trek to the stores for all the seasonal seasonal sales, they should ask several questions when choosing outerwear for their kids. Will this jacket keep my child warm and dry in a downpour? Is the garment unrestrictive and functional? functional? Will the outfit survive countless countless trips to the playground? Price is also a major consideration for most families, since kids outgrow their clothes quickly. The Layered Effect: The only thing more erratic than a child's activity level is the weather, which is why it makes sense to layer. With the correct layering, you can shed or add layers for maximum comfort. If warmth is your goal, layering will create dead-air space to trap body heat. When choosing layers, consider activity levels and weather conditions your child is likely to encounter, and then plan for the most extreme situations. situations. When shopping for parkas, look for designs like the Columbia Interchange System™, a unique 3-in-' 1 jacket desi'gn from Columbia Sportswear. This ideal layering piece features a durable, water-repellent outershell and a zip-out fleece liner that can be worn together or separately. separately. This means that one parka can be worn virtually year-round . Outer Layer: The outer layer should be rugged and durable enough to encapsulate inner layers and protect your child from wind, rain and snow. Outer layers come in many variations: • Simple, wind-resistant nylon shells are ideal for dry, windy conditions. • Water-resistant nylon shells are ideal for wet conditions. Insulating Layer: The insulating layer provides warmth by trapping body heat in and around the garment's fibers. It used to be that thickness equaled warmth, but with today's technologically technologically advanced insulations, your child can stay warm with less bulk. Columbia offers a variety of insulations: • Fleece, extremely popular either as a lining or on its own, is quick drying, lightweight and warm. This durable, insulating fabric is made of 100-percent 100-percent polyester. • Other state-of-the-art insulations include 3M's Thinsulate® and Dupont's Thermoloft®, which also provide provide warmth without weight. • Fahrenhot™, made of lofty 100- percent polyester fibers, is Columbia's insulation designed especially for kids. Two weights are used in its youth attached-insulation parkas. The 7- ounce weight is used in the body, where extra warmth is needed at the body core. The 5-ounce version is used in the sleeves to increase mobility and reduce bulk. By Design: Well-designed garments offer a unique blend of function, comfort comfort and style. Typical design features range from overall fit to number of pockets and type of hood, as well as features like storm flaps. More or Less: When it comes to outdoor outdoor gear for your kids, less is almost always more. The more efficient and versatile your garments, the fewer you'll have to pack -- Pick Pockets: Look for accessible pockets and practical hoods -- necessities necessities for every child. Function Equals Fashion: For kids, getting dressed brings the excitement of trying new styles and colors. The popu- ■ lar outdoor "look" has penetrated the children's market, and this season's hottest looks include longer-length jackets, jackets, fleece and hooded styles in muted, nature-inspired colors and prints, and NOT ALL PRESENTS GO UNDER THE TREE OR TUCKED IN A STOCKING Here are some suggested gift ideas from "365 Ways To Prepare For Christmas" (HarperCollins) that will not be found under the tree: • Delivery of fresh croissants and coffee from the local bakery every Saturday morning. • Delivery of one perfect rose to the office every Monday morning for a year. • A gift of long-distance calls for someone with family far away. • A winter's worth of firewood for a city dweller with a fireplace. • A gift certificate for spring delivery of a flowering plant or tree for the garden or roof terrace. for a more playful look, dazzling brights will never go out of style. Big Is Big: Kids would rather sit through five study halls than let their parents pick out their school clothes. At the mall and on the blacktop, over sized in in. Columbia offers several jacket styles that are cut generously for that "hip" boxy look. Now Available at Orono Lumber & Decorating I & T Manuals, Catalogues, Books and Decals VINTAGE TRACTORS and AUTOMOBILES Drop bp our store and see what we have to offer The Collector on pour Christmas List. ORONO LUMBER & DECORATING ^Station Street, Orono 983-9167 N. fc ih LANGE'S PHOTO LAB INC. 31 KING STREET W„ DOWNTOWN BOWMANVILLE 623-2568 EXPERTS IN PHOTOGRAPHY, EXPERTS IN CARE. ©