cold at work

lisahead

Hi - I live in Columbus OH. I am 5'5" tall- 47 years old, 120 lbs. I am ALWAYS cold at work- winter and summer- any suggestions? Thanks a lot

18 years ago

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Latest reply was from Ana

Angie

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What do you typically wear that you're not warm enough? Do you work indoors?

18 years ago

Maya

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I know all about cold workplaces. It used to be so cold at my old job that I used to wear fingerless gloves at my desk because it was too cold for me to type! I know it sounds a bit ridiculous but it did help. Depending how formal your office is that might work (if you work in an office)--or at least get enough attention for people to reconsider adjusting the temperature.

I also kept a cardigan or light blazer with me at all times. If I wanted to wear a skirt, I would just pop some nylons or tights underneath. Also this is a great excuse to get a bunch of scarves. I'd keep a pashina around my neck during winter and a lighter spring scarf when it got warmer (outside at least). This may also depend on your workplace dress code though. If you're not too busty, try wearing a higher neckline too. And always dress in layers so that when you go outside and it's hot (assuming you don't work outside), you can peel back.

18 years ago

christie

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I am also always cold.

I would take Maya's first suggestion to heart. Not to sound like a preachy environmentalist, but air conditioning is one of the greatest emitters of carbon dioxide. Raising the temperature a bit will save your skin and the environment!

I, like Maya, always have a pashmina scarf. You can wear it as a scarf or use it as a light shawl. You wouldn't believe how much warmer you will feel with a light scarf around your neck or shoulders.

Layers are the most important. I always have a cardigan with me in the summers, and in the winters a cami or long sleeve undershirt can really warm you up.

18 years ago

lisahead

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You ladies are great! I have always thought about a pashima- and in the winter I did wear gloves- I am so happy I checked the site- didn't think there'd be replies- I love this blog-
Thanks again!

18 years ago

Ana

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Now is a great time to shop for a pashmina shawl because they are available in a lot of places in really fun, bright colors (if that's your thing). I just bought one in coral and I love it. I've got my eye on yellow and green next.

18 years ago

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