Heated clothing: the new generation of cold protection

Warm clothing retains heat. Heated clothing produces it. And that's the difference. The technology integrated into our ultra-innovative textile pieces uses an intelligent thermal system to provide you with active, immediate warmth. Enveloping, controlled and constant warmth that allows you to create comfort in all conditions, even when stationary, even in extreme cold.

Whether you're playing sport or going about your daily life, our heated jackets, puffer jackets, coats, base layers and underwear are the ideal solution for staying warm without adding extra layers.

How does this equipment, available for women and men, actually work? At what temperature does it become useful? How do you choose your heated jacket or down jacket? Discover how it works, its advantages and our tips for use in this comprehensive guide dedicated to your future winter allies.

‘Heated underwear is the ideal solution for staying warm without adding layers.’

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HEATED CLOTHING AND WARM CLOTHING?

Traditional warm clothing works by insulating. This means that it retains the heat that your body naturally produces. Its role is simple: to trap warm air and wick away moisture in order to maintain a stable temperature.

Unfortunately, when activity decreases or when the cold becomes more intense, the insulating capacity of warm clothing reaches its limits. And that's precisely when heated clothing takes over. At Therm-ic, we have therefore put our expertise to work in designing these innovative and high-performance comfort solutions.

The mission of this heated jacket, puffer jacket, coat or underwear is to provide instant, even and adjustable heat distribution whenever you need it. Whether you're playing sports or going about your daily life, during periods of static exposure or prolonged exertion in cold weather. How? Thanks to heating zones powered by a rechargeable battery.

‘Ensure instant, even and adjustable heat distribution whenever you need it.’

HOW DO HEATED CLOTHING WORK?

In practical terms, here's how heated clothing works:

• 1/ Thin, flexible heating elements are discreetly integrated into the most strategic areas of the garment.
• 2/ A compact, lightweight and imperceptible external battery powers them.
• 3/ The heat is distributed immediately and envelops you.
• 4/ You can adjust the intensity of the heating system according to your needs.

We are regularly asked questions about the reliability of our products: "Are your heated garments safe and effective? ‘ The answer is ’yes"! How can you be sure? Because good heated clothing does not generate localised heat points but rather diffuses a halo of heat in a global and homogeneous way, at 360°C around your skin; works with a secure battery; and remains breathable, so that moisture continues to escape and prevents perspiration from accumulating.

HOW CAN YOU STAY WARM WITHOUT ADDING MORE LAYERS?

This bad habit is (too) widespread: no, piling on layers does not protect you from the cold! It compresses the insulation, limits breathability and creates discomfort. It is therefore not the number of layers that keeps you warm, but how they complement each other. To stay warm, you don't need to pile on the layers, but rather combine them strategically.

Following this logic, you need to choose the first layer, the one that will be in direct contact with your skin, very carefully. On this subject, have you ever heard of ‘baselayers’ or ‘underpants’? Because it's a safe bet that these unsung heroes of winter – which we don't talk about much until the day we can't do without them – will quickly become essentials in your wardrobe.

These technical undergarments, which can be worn under your sports, ski or even work clothes, are worn next to the skin and have a specific role to play: to help create the perfect body microclimate, while avoiding the need for additional layers, so you can enjoy complete freedom of movement.

‘It's not the number of layers that keeps you warm, but how they complement each other. To stay warm, you don't need to pile on the layers, but combine them strategically.’