Layer up for autumn hikes with UNIQLO Heattech

Ah, autumn, a time of contemplation, colour and really confusing weather. The trick to dressing for the chill is to make like an onion and layer up, and the UNIQLO Heattech range of baselayers matched with their gorgeous flannel shirts, waterproof jackets and knitted beanies make keeping cosy in the season of mellow fruitfulness a dream.

I’m always happy on an autumn walk. It’s more than getting some exercise – striding along a coast path or through flame-coloured forests gives your brain an escape from reality, your eyes a feast of colour and beauty and your spirits a lift. Hiking on crisp autumn and frosty winter days can be rather complicated by tempestuous weather, but changeable forecast is no excuse to stay indoors. Mastering the art of smart layering up will keep you warm and dry and mean you can regulate your temperature even if the sun decides to shine.

Start off with UNIQLO’s Extra Warm Heattech baselayers (leggings and tops both from £14.90) and add a soft brushed flannel shirt (£25.90). Top with the lightweight Blocktech waterproof jacket, (£59.90), Heattech gloves (£9.90) and a leaf-coloured Heattech knitted beanie (£9.90). Now go kick some leaves and fill your lungs with cold, fresh air.