Winter Clothing

Winter Clothing

How does one dress for -30C (-22F) weather? Very warmly and layered is the answer. Thankfully, you can purchase all warm clothes you need in Mongolia. There are people who laugh at the face of the one, who is trying to look ‘down with the locals’ by wearing traditional Mongolian clothes as everyday wear.

If you decide to go down this route then you’ll need a ‘deel’ which is a long warm unisex coat. You can pick it up from the black market for a very reasonable price which is around $50, maybe even cheaper and they’re well made. Or you can get one made just for you by the saloons offering such service. Choose one with a discreet design so that you will be able to wear it without being laughed at when (or if) you return to your own country.

In the freezing weather, woolen boots that are hand made are very warm but If you prefer more western styles then a good pair of walking boots will suffice. In the cities like UB and Erdenet where you’re generally walking on concrete, you can wear shoes like many expats and Mongolians do - but for warmth and comfort, a good pair of hiking boots will see you through a frostbite-free winter.

If you don’t want to don the entire North Face range, then thermal underwear is a must. Worn under everyday clothing like jeans and jumpers, a few good sets of thermal undies can keep you warm without sacrificing your favorite pair of Levi’s for the winter. This is the option of clothing for many Mongolians and expats in the cities - it’s not unusual to see a man wearing suit walking about in -25C.

Also one must have a winter coat. A good thick woolen coat, which provides style as well as warmth, can be bought from The State Department Store . Also you can buy yourself a fake North Face jacket for $50.

Cashmere wears are the best sellers in Mongolian fashion. In cashmere clothes range, you can find a pair of trousers, skirt, sweater other than the regular pullover. Cashmere and camel wool clothes will keep you warm in the coldest city of the world.

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