With the snow and sub-zero temperatures upon us I wanted to share a press release I've received in my inbox, Isbjorn of Sweden coming children's skiwear and outdoor clothing for Autumn Winter 2013. This brand new Ski collection will be for children up 12 years old (previously up to age 10). The collection is featuring bright and fun new colours, new styles, new technologies and innovations - and...
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Wrap up Warm Top 10 best children’s Winter coats 2012
© Visit Norway We've chosen the Top 10 children's Winter Coats for the winter season of 2012 / 2013. Bring on freezing temperatures. These children's coats are sure to keep your little one warm and cozy on the coldest winter day. So, in no particular order... 1. Finger In the Nose Snowslope down jacket £147.50 2. Mini Rodini tartan, red checked wool jacket £116.95 3. Ticket to Heaven down...
Read moreMulti use of thermals, climbing in Isbjorn of Sweden
After a full day of skiing in the mountain slopes at Norefjell Norway Little A still had more energy and we decided to head to the hotel climbing wall at Quality Spa & Resort Norefjell. By simply removing the outer layer and the fleece layer she was ready in minutes to go all the way to the top in her Isbjorn of Sweden bright green thermals. And do you think our 7 year old were tired and ready...
Read moreISBJÖRN AW12 receives award from Scandinavian Outdoor Group
Founded in 2000 as an industry initiative The Scandinavian Outdoor Group unites well-respected outdoor gear manufacturers from all five Nordic countries: Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark and Iceland. Together they represent more than 1.880 years of experience in developing outdoor gear using one of the best equipped R&D labs in the world - the Scandinavian wilderness. The competition for the...
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Keeping Warm in Snowy London
Little A is wearing a thermal set from Isbjorn of Sweden underneath her School uniform today. The set is made of SportWool, which is a mix of wool and polyester with a small adding of elastan. The material keeps the child warm when it is cold and effectively transports moist from the skin and out of the garment. So 3 layers today; thermals, school uniform and padded coat. The thermal set is...
Read moreOutdoor fun in the snow with clothes by Isbjorn of Sweden
And I thought I had left Scandinavia and the arctic winter yesterday only to realise it had arrived in the UK as well while I've been gone. The ScandinavianDad and the girls had really enjoyed being outdoors over the weekend, and when driving up the road where we live there were literally a snowman greeting me outside each house house! Here are a few pictures of Little A yesterday, having fun in...
Read moreDecember in London
It's been an unusual mild December, compared to our previous years in the capital. With 12 degrees plus, flowers blooming and birds singing it's very little that's reminded us of December. We hope January will bring us some minus degrees, lots of twirling magical snowflakes and a bit of winter joy. Until then... Little A doesn't necessarily choose the simplest routes when out & about. Snug and...
Read moreTesting, testing… Isbjörn of Sweden!
From the cold North we tend to know what we are looking for in terms of outerwear for the colder months. Above all is the technical features: You should stay warm and dry, it should be breathable and lightweight, not too baggy but still spacious enough to leave some room for that hot air that will keep you warm and allow you to move freely. Jackets and coats should zip up around the neck, hats...
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