It's Damn Cold in the UK, You Need HeatTech

Hailed as Japan’s Winter wardrobe essential with an estimated one in three Japanese residents owning a HeatTech garment and now over 40 million pieces sold since its launch in 2006, UNIQLO’s HeatTech is now a firm favourite in the UK following the phenomenal sell-out success of the collection last year.

Designed to be worn either on its own or as a layering piece, the UNIQLO HeatTech collection is available in ten styles and a variety of shades. Updated for 2009 in neon brights and camouflage prints for men, and on-trend raspberry, plum, citrus green and bright turquoises for women. The collection features a selection of styles for women, including new camisoles and tank tops with built in cups for added support, as well as long and short sleeve t-shirts, tights and leggings to ensure that all-over 'Ready-Brek' glow throughout the Winter months! For men this year we introduce the ever trusty Heat Tech long john in two lengths, a firm UK favourite and perfect for any Winter sporting activity! The waffle texture t-shirt is a another welcome addition to the existing ever-popular line up of men's crew, v-neck and polo-neck long sleeve and short sleeve t-shirts, adding a new layering dimension to Winter dressing.

How Does It Work?

UNIQLO developed Heat Tech in conjunction with leader fibre developer Toray Industries to create the perfect layering garment that retains all the body’s natural heat.

• HEAT GENERATING - The highly absorbent rayon mix fabric absorbs the moisture generated by the body and converts it into heat.
• HEAT RETAINING – Tiny pockets of air are trapped between each fibre, making it hard for the generated heat to escape.
• STRETCHABLE - The soft stretchy fabric moves with the body and creates a snug fit, making it the perfect outerwear or innerwear layering item.
• MOISTURE RETAINING (women's only) - Milk protein containing natural amino acids has been mixed with the fibres ensuring the fabric is smooth and soft to touch.
• ANTIBACTERIAL (men's only) – Antibacterial agents have been woven into the fibres to help keep the fabric fresh.

There are plenty of style and colours available from V & crew neck sweathers and t-shirts, polos, and long johns. Click on an image to see more...