Children play outside in all weathers, in snow, sleet and puddles, and they move about far more than adults. A kids' winter coat therefore has to be warm, waterproof and hard-wearing, but also easy to move in and easy to put on without help. Our winter jackets and parkas for kids and juniors suit school, play and weekends outdoors.
Irish winters bring far more rain than snow, so waterproofing counts for at least as much as warmth on the walk to school.
The hydrostatic head, given in millimetres, shows how much water pressure the fabric can withstand. For play in snow and wet weather, around 10,000 mm is a good starting point. Taped seams make sure water doesn't get in through the stitching.
A winter jacket with padded fill holds on to the warmth, even when your child is sitting still. For older kids, a long parka is popular because it covers their bottom when they sit on a cold bench or go sledging. Didriksons makes long parkas for kids, and Helly Hansen has warm puffer jackets.
Choose the size that fits now, or one size up if your child is right on the edge. A jacket that's far too big lets the cold in at the neck and sleeves.
We have kids' jackets from Didriksons, which has made rain and winter clothing for Nordic weather since 1913. Hummel makes junior puffer jackets in short and long styles, and Helly Hansen completes the range.
For the youngest, a snowsuit is often the warmest choice, and don't forget a hat and mittens. If your child is going on a ski holiday, you'll find kids' ski jackets with a snow skirt and ski pass pocket. If the grown-ups need a new jacket too, we have winter coats for men.
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