With the arrival of heat, we finally remove the warm jackets, coats and down jackets to the far corner of the closet and gladly get light, summer clothes. However, even in the warm season, the weather sometimes gives us surprises in the form of heavy rain or a piercing wind. A very practical thing was invented for this case - a windbreaker.
This comfortable, lightweight jacket is in the wardrobe, probably for each of us, since there is no better option for cool summer days. Manufacturers of children's clothing do not stand aside, every year releasing collections of stylish, colorful windbreakers for little fashionistas.
Today's article, we will tell you about the features of children's windbreakers: what they come from, what materials are produced, as well as how to choose the right windbreaker for the girl.
What weather are they designed for?
A windbreaker is a jacket without a warming lining and filler, which is usually worn in the summer, late spring or early fall.
The windbreaker is not intended for warming in the cold, but for protection from rain and wind. Therefore, usually such jackets are sewn from dense, waterproof materials.
As a rule, a windbreaker is put on on cool summer days, when the sky is constantly being haunted by rain clouds.
If you choose a model with a hood, then you can do without an umbrella, which is undoubtedly very convenient. In addition, early in the morning, while the air has not warmed up yet, the windbreaker will not allow the child to chill on the way to school or kindergarten. It is also a great option for evening walks.
Models
The choice of children's windbreakers is no less diverse than the assortment of adult clothing.Fashion designers all over the world strive to create beautiful clothes for children, which would be both comfortable and fully meet all the needs of children and their parents. Let's look at some of the most interesting models of windbreakers for girls.
Trench coat
The trench coat is a cross between a comfortable jacket and an elegant raincoat. This model is usually chosen by older girls who want to wear “adult” clothes - just like mom.
Sports windbreakers
It is ideal for walks, games and outdoor sports. Sports models are usually very bright, so children like them so much. But mothers love such clothes for its practicality.
Raincoat
This is an elongated jacket with a hood, made of waterproof material, most often polyester. Raincoats are very compact and almost weightless, so they are convenient to carry with you in a bag or backpack.
Stylish, multi-colored raincoats go well with rubber boots and galoshes.
Parka
For cooler, windier weather, it is better to choose something warmer, such as a park. More recently, such jackets were exclusively an element of youth fashion, but today they are popular with a variety of age groups.
Thanks to the elongated silhouette, adjustable elastic bands and a warm hood, the park will be able to protect your daughter from any weather.
Fabrics
The materials used for sewing children's and adult outerwear are usually identical. Most manufacturers do not think about choosing safer materials, so this becomes the concern of parents. What fabrics are more suitable for children's windbreakers?
Cotton fabrics
Cotton is an ideal material for the production of children's clothing: it is completely natural, absorbs moisture well and allows air to pass through. Cotton fabrics include: calico, crepe, chintz, flannel, raincoat fabric.
So that a windbreaker made of cotton material can be worn in rainy weather, it must be saturated with a special water-repellent composition.
Knitwear
Knitwear is a blended fabric consisting of natural and synthetic fibers. The knit is elastic, soft and pleasant to the touch.
It should be noted that a windbreaker sewn from knitwear is suitable only for dry weather.
Polyester
A windbreaker made of this modern synthetic material will be a reliable protection against rain and wind. High-quality polyester is characterized by excellent wear resistance and ease of care - simply indispensable qualities for children's things.
Fleece
This warm material is commonly used for sewing sportswear or as lining for outerwear. Despite the fact that the fleece is made from artificial fibers, it allows the skin to breathe and removes excess moisture, so your child will be very comfortable in the fleece windbreaker.
Selection tips
- The material of the windbreaker is one of the most important factors of choice. The jacket should provide reliable protection against rain and wind, let air through and prevent the child from sweating. In addition, the material should be easy and undemanding to care for.
- The children's windbreaker should be as functional as possible, so pay attention to the presence of a large hood, pockets, adjustable elastic bands on the hem and cuffs. The fasteners must be such that the child can put on and take off his windbreaker on his own.
- Pay attention to such trifles as the quality of the seams, lining and fittings. Stitches should be strong, without sticking out threads. Clasps are sturdy and comfortable. Lining fabric - preferably natural, body-friendly and absorbent.
- For the smallest children, who still find it difficult to dress without the help of adults, the most convenient are windbreakers with Velcro closures. But such fasteners should be very tightly sewn - make sure that the stitch runs along the entire perimeter of the Velcro.
What to wear?
A windbreaker is usually needed from late spring to early fall.This is a fairly long period of time, so the jacket should be chosen so that it combines with as many things as possible from the demi-season and summer wardrobe.
Depending on the weather outside, the windbreaker can be worn with comfortable sneakers or sneakers, graceful slippers, practical rubber boots.
Young ladies can wear windbreakers with jeans, leggings and leggings, colorful tights or elegant trousers.
Anything can also be worn under a windbreaker. If it’s warm outside - let it be a T-shirt, top or a light dress. In cool weather, you can throw a windbreaker on a thin sweater or turtleneck.