An important consideration is whether you want your baselayer to have long sleeves, short sleeves or no sleeves. Ben Delaney / Immediate Media

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Donaldson recommends the H&M Knit Sweater for the color range and overall fit. With loose, raglan sleeves, a slightly oversized and chunky silhouette, and wide, roll-edge ribbing at cuffs and hem, this gorgeous knit is super versatile and comes in several colors to choose from. Aim for as few seams and zips as possible, to minimise skin irritation. Ben Delaney / Immediate Media Odour management All Solbari fabrics are tested and rated UPF 50+ in Australia by the representative Australian government agency, ARPANSA, in accordance with the standard AS 4399:2020. It makes for a comfortable baselayer – the fit and feel are great. Andy McCandlish / Immediate MediaAs a general rule, you want as few seams and zips as possible. The reason for that is simple: a baselayer is worn close to your skin, so you’ll want to try to avoid anything that might catch, nip, rub or irritate. We’ve worn dozens of midweight layers. The Smartwool Women’s Classic Thermal Merino Base Layer Crew and set performs beautifully across temp ranges and size options. The design is one of our go-to choices for winter activities like skiing and snowboarding at the resort with stagnant breaks in the ski lift line or while riding up. Overall, the merino does a great job of masking stench, too. Helping keep base layers in place, thumbholes can prevent the sleeve fabric from bunching up on your arm as you pull numerous layers on top. If you’re wearing a base layer on its own and your hands get chilly, thumbholes can pull the fabric down onto your hand in a pseudo-open-fingered glove scenario. It’s not a great solution for cold hands but works in a pinch.

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Although polyester, a primary thread in synthetics, isn’t naturally odor-resistant, garments can be treated to mimic some of the same benefits. Silver-based compounds and triclosan and triclocarban treatments are toxic to odor-causing bacteria, keeping the nose-pinch at bay. Keep in mind these treatments’ effectiveness could decrease over time as a garment is washed. Women’s base layers come in a range of creative patterns and colors; (photo/Jason Hummel) Comfort and Fit With the right base layers, you don't have to cancel a run due to cold temperatures. Choose a running base layer made from Nike Therma-FIT fabric, which uses heat-retaining materials to help you stay warm. Lightweight designs keep bulk to a minimum, and many options include thumbholes for a snug fit that stays put as you move. A top-notch lightweight performer featuring exceptional thermoregulation and breathability with an innovative Merino wool technology that gets softer with every use In our experience, that’s a bit of a toss-up unless the weather is really cold. We tend to use our Kora layers as heavyweights rather than midweights, as they’re just a bit too warm for early to mid-fall for what we’re up to. Designed, tested and rated in Australia UPF50+, the highest rating achievable for fabrics in the worldThe material is stretchy yet fitted to keep its shape while providing comfort and ease of movement. It makes a great layering piece with high waisted trousers, jeans, on-trend maxi denim skirts, and underneath trenches and coats. Our base layer collection includes a variety of materials, including wool, cotton, and synthetic materials. We have base layers in a variety of colours and styles, so you can find the perfect option for your needs. We have base layers with long and short sleeves. We also have base layers in a variety of sizes, so you can find the perfect fit.

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We questioned the logic of a thermal baselayer with short sleeves, but it does have its place – for example, worn on a cooler summer day under a thin jersey. Meanwhile, an articulated cut will ensure the sleeves follow the bend of your elbows when you’re in an active position on the bike, rather than being left straight. This is generally comfier and prevents the fabric from riding up or bunching. It doesn’t necessarily need to be a cycling-specific cut, but a baselayer with a longer body provides more coverage and also more material to overlap, so you’re less likely to be exposed if your jersey rides up or shorts slide down. One of our lead testers is environmental journalist Kylie Mohr, who spends time running and skiing up and down the mountains of Montana in various blustery conditions. She tested layers in and out-of-bounds to see what kept her warm and dry the best.What we love: It’s a twin set of wool pullovers, so you’re getting two beautiful tops to layer or wear separately. Enter: Nike base layers, created with specialised technology to minimise moisture build-up and regulate body temperature. They're built with the right amount of compression to provide support without sacrificing range of motion. This blend is lightweight for the density and warmth provided. The material and seams hold up through arduous usage beneath snow pants and work pants in all seasons. They aren’t quite as stretchy as other baselayer options we tested, but we appreciated the inverse effect of not sagging. As a result, we don’t particularly like using the top’s thumbholes, which feel a bit too restrictive.