During the fall, as the temperature cools down at night and spikes up during the day, it makes sense to wear clothing in layers. In the morning as we venture out the temperature could be as low as thirty degrees. At that point we need to be dressed in many layers to stay warm. During the day as the temperature rises , in some cases forty degrees warmer, we will need to have stripped some layers off to be comfortable.

The same concept holds true inside our homes. Rather than turning up the thermostat add more layers of clothing as needed. Early in the morning our body temperature is lower and we feel cooler. Adding an extra layer of clothing will warm us up enough so we will not need to raise the thermostat. In the evening, start the stove and add a layer of clothing to stay comfortable especially if its cold and damp outside.

Cotton absorbs moisture. If it gets wet you will feel colder. Wool is better because it sheds water and breathes. Smart wool makes the most sense especially around your head, feet, and hands because our extremities will cool quicker. Saving money and energy by reaching into our closets instead of turning up the thermostat is a smarter more environmentally friendly choice. The layered look never goes out of style