Why I love Rent the Runway (so far)
During COVID, I stopped going to the office and when that lease expired, I did not renew. I was living and working in my condo in a walkable neighborhood. For several months, my days consisted…
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The quest for cool
As we swelter through the the record heat this summer, options for keeping cool abound. Cooling mattresses pad systems, portable fans, towels and apparel promise relief from hot or muggy weather. These options are especially…
Barefoot lifestyle shoes
Here’s a question: do you like cushioned shoes or do you prefer the barefoot feel? For most of my life, I’ve worn shoes with padded soles. Cushioning seemed especially important back when I ran half…
Windproof gear
Ah, Colorado weather! One minute sunshine, the next wind and snow. With such unpredictability, weatherproof apparel is a must. On windy day with alternating sunshine and snow, I tried out the new GORE® Wear, developed…
United by Blue – comfort & eco-consciousness
Anyone who knows me, knows that I take my responsibility to the planet seriously. Some may consider me a bit judgmental of those who don’t share that particular view. I once hiked with a guy…
Confessions of a sick blogger
Keeping up with snowgrrl is not always easy. I have a full time job as an IP lawyer, albeit with my own practice, and so many other demands on my time. I know that the…
DÆHLIE hits the hills
Editor’s note: My friend Colin and I recently tried out several items from Dæhlie. I’ve been wearing the women’s Airnet Wool base layers, and my friend Colin has been testing out the men’s Airnet wool…
Ecoths + Aventura = ethics in apparel
Ethics in Apparel Snowgrrl is always happy to hear about kindness in the industry. Meeting with the folks behind Ecoths and Aventura clothing recently highlighted how some companies take ethics in the apparel industry quite…
OOFOS OOmg Boot Review
Initial reaction The OOFOS OOMG boots arrived in their own cute little carrying bag. With a lightweight black fabric and bright green lining, the boots look like fun to wear. Always the cynic, I doubted…
Socks for a cause
We love our socks! They keep us warm in winter and cute patterns can add fun to cold days. We also love kindness! Now Bombas has figured out a way to combine two things we…