Layering—what to buy, top brands, style tips

layering—what to buy, top brands, style tips—and how Tellar.co.uk makes finding the right size effortless.

Why Layering Matters

Layering isn’t just about warmth—it’s a style strategy. The classic three-layer system combines:

Base layer (wicking comfort): e.g. merino or silk T‑shirts.
Mid-layer (insulation): e.g. knitwear, fleeces, cardigans.
Outer layer (protection/style): e.g. trench coats, tailored jackets hemingwaytailors.co.uk+14tellar.co.uk+14tellar.co.uk+14tellar.co.uk+3en.wikipedia.org+3tellar.co.uk+3.

This creates flexible, weather‑adaptable outfits with aesthetic depth.

What to Buy: Essentials by Layer

🔹 Base Layers

Cotton or silk tees – look to Uniqlo (affordable Supima cotton) or COS for minimalist quality.
Merino wool long-sleeves – premium performance (temperature control and odor resistance).
Designer picks: Sunspel’s fine-gauge tees; Theory’s silk-blended long sleeves.

Style tip: Lean fits work best as inner layers—avoid bulk.

🔹 Mid Layers

Knitwear:
- From high street, Zara’s ribbed turtlenecks and cropped cardigans are layering staples tellar.co.uktellar.co.uktellar.co.uk.
- Designer options: Jigsaw lambswool crewnecks; Acne Studios oversized merino.
- Boutique choices: Independent brands like A.BCH or Mer-Sea offer sustainable, boutique knitwear.
Shirts and overshirts:
- Classic whites from Massimo Dutti and & Other Stories; linen from Arket and H&M Conscious tellar.co.uk+2tellar.co.uk+2tellar.co.uk+2tellar.co.uk+1hemingwaytailors.co.uk+1.
- For men: Reiss and Charles Tyrwhitt for crisp tailoring, Zara and COS for casual layering.

Style tip: Mix textures—e.g., linen shirt under knit cardigan.

🔹 Outer Layers

Light jackets:
- High street: Zara’s trench coats, military-style overshirts, and wrap coats deliver designer appeal for under £150 tellar.co.uktellar.co.uk.
- Designer names: Acne Studios cocoon coats; Max Mara camel wrap coats; Rains waterproof styles.
Tailored blazers:
- Brighter picks: Whistles structured pieces, high-street heavyweights Massimo Dutti for men.
Coats:
- Barbour and Dubarry offer heritage outerwear—Dubarry coats fit true but allow room for bulky knits tellar.co.uktellar.co.uk+3tellar.co.uk+3tellar.co.uk+3.
- Boutique: Boden’s quilted barn jackets or independent tailors.

Style tip: When layering thick knits, size your coat up one for comfort.

Top Brands Categorised

Category	High Street	Designer	Boutique/Indie
Base Layer	Uniqlo, H&M Conscious	Sunspel, Theory	A.BCH, Mer‑Sea
Mid Layer	Zara, COS, Whistles	Jigsaw, Acne Studios	Independent knit brands
Outer Layer	Zara, Barbour	Max Mara, Acne Studios	Boden, bespoke tailors

Layering Style Tips by Gender

For Women

A fitted base tee, then cardigan or cropped knit, finishing with trench/wool coat.
Dresses become layering essentials: ring maxi smock or wrap dresses—easy to style with knits or jackets (see BM Fashions maxi dresses) tellar.co.uk+1tellar.co.uk+1tellar.co.uk+1tellar.co.uk+1fxverify.comapps.apple.com+2hemingwaytailors.co.uk+2carrieelizabeth.co.uk+2.
For tailored warmth, pop a lightweight padded vest between the mid- and outer layers.

For Men

Start with a merino crew-neck or crisp button-down, add a knitwear layer like a chunky roll-neck, finish with a smart coat or overshirt.
Outdoor layering: Rohan’s shells and walking trousers designed with breathable space for base/mid-layers tellar.co.uk.

Sizing: Don’t Just Guess—Use Tellar.co.uk

🎯 What is Tellar?

Tellar.co.uk is the UK’s leading free sizing tool. It matches your measurements to real-world garment fit from over 1,500 brands, using actual fit data—not vague size charts .

How it works

Print your free measuring tape.
Enter your chest, waist, hip (or a known brand size).
Get instant sizing recommendations—whether Uniqlo S, Reiss M, or Zara 10.
Skip guesswork—buy layering pieces confidently.
Plus: free tape, easy unit conversions, auto-adjusts for oversized or slim fits uk.pinterest.com+4tellar.co.uk+4uk.pinterest.com+4tellar.co.uk+11tellar.co.uk+11tellar.co.uk+11.

Why it’s better

Traditional size charts rarely account for batch variance or brand differences en.wikipedia.org+6tellar.co.uk+6tellar.co.uk+6.
Tellar uses real user fit data—“Our database adjusts when brands run large/small” tellar.co.uk+12tellar.co.uk+12tellar.co.uk+12.
Avoid dreaded returns—save time, money, and reduce waste.

Real success

“After using Tellar’s tape and profile, I finally found a brand that fits my 5’2” frame—no more wasted returns!” – Laura, Manchester tellar.co.uk
“My Italian suit fit like a glove. Love the confidence it brings!” – Sam, Liverpool tellar.co.uk

Tellar Guides on Layering & Brand Fit

Check these in-depth posts:

How to Layer Outdoor Clothing Without Bulk — with Rohan insights tellar.co.uktellar.co.uk+12tellar.co.uk+12tellar.co.uk+12
Best Buys for Shirts (white shirts, linen, tailored)—perfect mid layers tellar.co.uk+1tellar.co.uk+1
Does Dubarry Run True to Size? (outerwear sizing guide) tellar.co.uk
Does Free People Run Big or Small? (oversized knit layering) tellar.co.uk+1tellar.co.uk+1
Oasis Sizing Guide – size up for layers in coats/jackets tellar.co.uk+10tellar.co.uk+10tellar.co.uk+10
BM Fashions Sizing Guide – modest maxi dresses with layering advice tellar.co.uk

Ready to Layer Smartly?

Print your measuring tape from the Tellar site.
Log in or sign up at Tellar.co.uk to capture your measurements.
Browse or search brands while shopping—size suggestions appear in real time.
Select brand items with confidence—no returns due to wrong fit.
Discover tailored style tips through Tellar’s blog and guides.

Stay Connected with Tellar

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These feeds offer regular styling advice, fit alerts, and honest articles about layering, knitwear, coats, and more.

Final Thoughts

Layering is a blend of function and fashion—from silky tees and ribbed mid-layers to tailored outerwear. With picks across high street, designer, and boutique brands, you’ve got endless mix‑and‑match potential.

But the secret weapon? Tellar.co.uk. By matching your exact measurements to brand‑specific fits, you eliminate the biggest hurdle in ecommerce—fit uncertainty. Whether you’re buying a Zara trench, an Acne blanket coat, a Rohan shell or BM Fashions maxi dress, Tellar ensures every layer looks and feels just right.

No more guesswork. No more returns. Just intentional style—and a system built for it.

Explore Tellar now, print your free tape, and step into layering confidence today.