Warm hands are the most useful hands in the winter. From shoveling snow to skiing cross country, or even taking a Nordic trek having warm hands makes it possible to get a lot more done during the cold winter months. Along with proper motivation, a pair of gloves is part of what makes it possible. In order to have warm hands, there must be adequate coverage, and the best way to keep hands warm is to wear proper gloves. Not...

Before you pick a style (or several styles — there’s nothing wrong with having a selection of hats in the closet), know what’s going to work for you in different settings and situations. Bright colors like orange and neon green have “safety” associations. They’re worn by the more extreme winter sports participants to make search-and-rescue easier, and in many parts of the country, they’re worn by hunters as well. So if you’re not a hunter or a pro snowboarder, think...

Dating back to 1350 BC, Egyptian Queen Nefertiti wore the first scarf as a headdress. For centuries, women wore scarves to make fashion statements. That changed when scarves became part of sweat clothes, military rank designations, and outdoor clothing. Men began wearing scarves as part of their clothing accessories in the late 19th century. As opposed to women, men wear scarves that tend to be more understated and subdued. While some men's scarves continue to provide warmth on cold days, the majority...