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Arctic Elegance: Technical Winter Apparel Lexicon
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  • 1. Synthetic pile fabric spun for warmth without weight or bulk
  • 2. Patterned wool shirt doubling as rugged cold-weather outerwear
  • 3. Though a formal sash, historically repurposed as waist insulation in cold
  • 4. Term describing garments enhanced to retard heat loss via specialized materials
  • 5. Navy heritage jacket trimmed from heavy wool blend, shielding sailors from frost
  • 7. Sheepskin with the fleece intact, binding insulation with luxury
  • 10. Headgear named after a Crimean War battle, concealing all but the eyes
  • 15. A type of plush wool often woven into traditional winter accessories
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  • 6. Traditional soft boots from Inuit origin, designed for deep snow
  • 8. Soft leather originally from mountain goat antelope, used for glove lining
  • 9. A hybrid nylon and polyester insulated shell jacket, coined for arctic treks
  • 11. Insulative polyester fiber often used in layering garments for subzero climates
  • 12. Breathable, waterproof membrane favored in high-performance cold weather gear
  • 13. Italian brand name synonymous with premium down-filled outerwear
  • 14. Protective leg covering often fastened under boots to keep snow out

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