August 18, 2025

Winter 2025/26 – Still Wearing the Same Old Heated Shirt + Down Jacket?

For years, most people have relied on the classic heated shirt + down jacket combo for winter warmth. But along with the benefits came a long list of compromises—reduced comfort, poor breathability, and bulky silhouettes. Today, there’s a smarter, lighter, and more comfortable alternative.

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The Downsides of Traditional Down and Padded Jackets

A brand-new down jacket may feel incredibly warm at first, but after sitting in storage for a spring, summer, and fall, it often loses its loft and warmth. In Taiwan’s humid climate, down naturally absorbs moisture over time, and there’s no easy way to reverse it.

Traditional synthetic-padded jackets face the same issue—sometimes even worse. After absorbing moisture for months, they struggle to dry completely, lose insulation, gain weight, and flatten out. The result? Layer after layer of clothing in winter, leaving you bulky, restricted, and still not efficiently warm.

And while down jackets are like wearing a warm down comforter, they’re not breathable. Moving between outdoor cold and indoor heating means constant putting on and taking off—especially inconvenient when traveling.

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Heated Jackets: One Button Instead of On/Off Layering

With the HOMI SUSTAIN Heated Windproof Jacket, you can skip the constant layering game. The one-touch heating system lets you instantly warm up or cool down—no need to remove layers.

Traditional heated shirts trap warmth by using tightly woven, non-breathable fabrics. While they work outdoors, the moment you sweat or enter a heated indoor space, they quickly become uncomfortably stuffy.

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Why We’ve Moved Beyond Heated Shirt + Down Jacket

With today’s fabric technology, we believe that heated shirts and down jackets are not the most comfortable pairing—unless you’re in a consistently cold environment without temperature changes or physical activity.

Instead, the Base+ Heated Shirt + HOMI Heated Jacket combo solves all the common issues:

• Lightweight warmth without the bulk

• Breathable comfort that doesn’t trap sweat

• Stylish, versatile, and functional for travel and light outdoor sports

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Base+ Heated Shirt – Breathable Warmth for Active Winter Days

The Base+ features a dual-layer design that delivers breathability, moisture-wicking, and warmth without compromise. It’s trusted by ski instructors who need to stay warm while standing still, yet breathable enough when skiing or hiking where sweat is inevitable.

For extra comfort, the Tencel™ Cotton Heated Shirt combines SUSTAIN THERMO TECH dual-layer structure with ultra-fine ceramic brushed lining—making it softer, more skin-friendly, and even more efficient at moisture management.

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HOMI Heated Jacket – Active Heat with 3M™ Insulation

Active heating represents a major shift in winter wear—from passive to active warmth. Instead of layering sweaters or mid-layers, you get warmth on demand with the touch of a button.

Even without turning on the heating, the jacket’s 3M™ Thinsulate™ insulation delivers 1.5× more warmth than down, with excellent breathability. This makes it comfortable to wear in temperatures ranging from -15°C to +20°C (5°F to 68°F)—all without overheating or feeling stuffy.

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The Future of Winter Warmth Is Here

We no longer have to accept the compromises of old-fashioned winter wear. With active heating technology and high-performance fabrics, you can travel lighter, stay warmer, and move more freely than ever before.

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Other Warm Jacket Recommendations

• HOMI MA-1 Flight Jacket

• Ultra-Light 3M™ Tech Down Jacket

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