Winter at Brown hits fast and hits hard. One minute you’re walking down Thayer in a light cardigan, and the next the wind off the Main Green is slicing through your soul. But staying warm doesn’t have to mean sacrificing your campus aesthetic—or your budget. With a few strategic layers from the Brown Bookstore and nearby stores like Uniqlo, you can survive (and even thrive) through Providence winter.
Here’s your cold-weather survival guide.
1. Start With a Thermal Base: Uniqlo HeatTech > Everything Else
If you buy one thing this winter, let it be HeatTech.
Uniqlo at Providence Place has:
- HeatTech shirts (regular / extra warm / ultra warm)
- HeatTech leggings
- HeatTech socks
- HeatTech turtlenecks
Layer these under literally anything and they trap your body heat without feeling bulky. Plus: they make your “cute outfit” still look cute instead of Michelin-man.
Pro tip: Ultra Warm HeatTech leggings under jeans = a life hack you’ll thank yourself for this winter.
2. The Brown Bookstore Mid-Layer That Saves Lives: Sweaters & Hoodies
The Bookstore is secretly undefeated for cozy, high-quality mid-layers:
- Thick Brown embroidered crewnecks
- Oversized hoodies (perfect for layering over HeatTech)
- Soft knit sweaters in neutral tones
These are perfect for everyday layering because they’re warm, durable, and instantly recognizable on campus (flex that school pride and stay warm).
Pro tip: Size up for maximum coziness + easier layering.