[Cold Weather] From now until the depths of winter! Two lightweight yet warm “airy fleece” outerwear styles

As the cold deepens, Snow Peak’s “Calamai Wool” series becomes a dependable choice both for camping and for the city. The material, made by a specialist Italian knit manufacturer, is lightweight, warm, and also machine-washable at home. Check out these two options that are perfect for fall and winter outfits.

An adult wool fleece made from material from Italy

For winter camping, it’s important to focus not only on warmth, but also on comfort and ease of movement. That said, if functionality is prioritized too much, the result can sometimes be a design that’s hard to wear in town.

What’s worth paying attention to when choosing winter clothes for adults is Snow Peak’s “Calamai Wool” series. These fleeces use material made by CALAMAI, an Italian manufacturer specializing in wool knits. They combine outdoor-friendly functionality with the refined texture unique to wool. With two models available, they seem equally at home in camping settings and in everyday life.

Lightweight yet warm, wool fleece you can wash at home

The material used is airy fleece made from a blend of wool and recycled polyester. It has a plush volume while remaining lightweight, and offers a soft feel against the skin along with excellent heat retention.

Also noteworthy are its odor resistance and the practical ability to be washed at home. Wool products often give the impression of being difficult to care for, but if you can wash them at home, they seem easier to incorporate into everyday wear. It should come in handy more often in situations where dirt is a concern, such as camping with family, playing at the park, or weekend drives. It’s nice to be able to enjoy high-quality materials not just on special days, but in daily life as well.

A pullover that stands out with its material contrast

The pullover type features a design that partially combines plush fleece with nylon in a matching color. The material contrast serves as reinforcement and also adds a subtle visual accent.

It comes in two colors: calm charcoal and fresh light blue. Pair it with jeans or cargo pants for an outdoor look, or with slacks for a more urban style.

Product name / Calamai Wool Fleece Pullover
Price / ¥36,300
Colors / Charcoal, Light Blue
Sizes / S, M, L, XL
Materials / Wool, recycled polyester

A jacket style to enjoy as a layer

The other model, the “Calamai Wool Fleece Jacket,” is an easy-to-wear jacket type. Just throw it over a shirt or cut-and-sew top, and it creates a winter look that makes the most of wool’s soft appearance. In the camp, it works as a mid-layer for warmth; in town, it serves as a casual outer layer. Its appeal lies in the ability to enjoy layering according to temperature and setting.

If you want a neat look, choose the pullover; if ease of layering is your priority, choose the jacket. Either way, both are machine-washable at home, so they should be useful for a wide range of occasions, from winter outdoor play to everyday wear. Please note that they are not flame-resistant garments, so exercise caution around campfires.

Product name / Calamai Wool Fleece Jacket
Price / ¥41,800
Colors / Charcoal, Light Blue
Sizes / 1, S, M, L, XL
Materials / Wool, recycled polyester

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