Snow Man Fashion

Long time no speak.  Sorry about that faithful readers.

I want to start off with a rant...why in the heck did we start naming winter storms?  I mean, I know why the Weather Channel did it.  Just like the rest of the media, they love to sensationalize everything in order to get you to watch their channel, and thus make more money (I apologize...the Montanan in me is getting a little out of control i.e. questioning big company motives).  Winter Storm Gandolf, from some years back, sounds cool and all, but I don't recommend giving the storm that kind of distinction.  We don't want a storm to get full of itself.  I prefer humble snow storms with fat & fluffy snow flakes.  This weekend's Winter Storm Jonas doesn't sound very threatening, and it gives off Disney Channel vibes.  However, it has been the biggest snow storm in 28 years here in Music City, which should make the Jonas Brothers very proud.

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I moved to the South a few years back and admit that the folks here get a little excited when a winter storm is coming.  Good luck at the grocery store the day before, even though the snow and ice will be gone in a couple of days, the shelves will be empty of all bread and milk (ever tried a milk sandwich?).  I for one love it when the snow is coming, because I miss it so much.  I get to break out some of my favorite fashions, which stay in the bottom drawer until called upon.  I married a Southerner, which is why I'll give some credit: Southerners don't have enough of the road equipment to keep the roads clear and they get a lot more ice related storms, which makes it tougher to drive. Throw in the additional fact that there are almost double the people in the Nashville area than all of Montana and you get some mass hysteria every time a snowflake flies!  I'm not afraid of the roads, just the crazy drivers!

So all of this leads to fashion.  How best does a manly man tackle a winter storm?  I'm here to give you some pointers to impress that special lady in your life.  A wise man (possibly a Swede?) once said "There's no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing."  The key to surviving the winter storm is to dress in layers.  Take it from the animals who use layers of blubber and fur to stay warm (and warm our hearts/bellies).

Base:

Camo boxers, Wife beater, Thickest socks you got

(Also normal Montana ski gear)

This is easily my wife's favorite (emphasis on the wife ladies...I'm taken). She's always saying "Gah I'm just sooooo proud of you" when I wear this. Notice the multiple patterns, even with the clothing that no one can see (its all about self confidence).  Como, stripes and solids were made for each other.  (Please no jokes about me not wearing any underwear...camo clothing jokes have run their course).

2nd Layer:

Camo Long Johns & Under armor top

(B&W camo is underutilized in our culture)

Nothing out of the ordinary here. A tight 2nd layer will act just like the aforementioned blubber.

3rd Layer (Not shown):

Pick from any one of your dozen or so flannel shirts or Carhartt hoodies (or both).  Flannel is always in style, no matter what those other untrustworthy fashion bloggers say.

Outer Layer: 

Stocking Cap, Gloves, Jacket, Jeans & Hunting Boots

(Rated to 0 degrees Kelvin aka Absolute Zero)

Now you're set!  Take on the world comfortably and warmly.  Don't forget to add the snow goggles or sun glasses to avoid going snow blind.  Final note: frost-bite is not to be considered a winter tan.