We love the IBEX brand, which is relatively new on our radar. Vermont-based, this active clothing company is dedicated to high quality Merino Wool.
You might be thinking: not quite the best fit with summer around the corner, we know that our readers are global and even though its getting warmer in North America, it’s winter elsewhere in the world. And, truth be told, I headed to Patagonia when it was warm in California only to need plenty of warm gear when I arrived.
That said, they have plenty of mid-layer options available, such as this ideal Indie hoodie which comes in a soft green, blue, gray and orange. It’s an all-season Merino jersey that uses a natural fiber layer that is perfect for post-gym cool down, morning warm up, or all-purpose travel layers. It also includes thumb holes for easy layering, so we’re not surprised that it’s one of their top sellers.
If you’re not into hoodies, then how about a soft easy-to-care for short sleeve shirt that can go with a pair of jeans or dress up a casual pair of pants for dinner, especially ideal during a Spring or Summer dinner when you’re on the road. Below, their Jackson Shirt is shown in a neutral green, however they have 3 plaid options as well.
Think music events, sight seeing, barbecues and film festivals as well. They use soft natural wool fiber so it falls well and doesn’t wrinkle easily, which is a godsend for avid male travelers.
What we love most about their clothing is that it’s super soft AND high quality – you can feel the difference the moment you put the garments on.
Their lightweight merino wool outperforms synthetics and cotton year-round and the temperature regulating and moisture managing properties of Merino add to the comfort. They also offer great jacket options, as well as fun colored boxers as well.
Another great option is their all day crew which comes in blue, a tan and black. It makes for a great layer under a mid-weight ski jacket or for trekking around a city while sightseeing.
More can be found at www.shop.ibex.com.
Renee Blodgett is the founder of We Blog the World. The site combines the magic of an online culture and travel magazine with a global blog network and has contributors from every continent in the world. Having lived in 10 countries and explored nearly 80, she is an avid traveler, and a lover, observer and participant in cultural diversity.
She is also the CEO and founder of Magic Sauce Media, a new media services consultancy focused on viral marketing, social media, branding, events and PR. For over 20 years, she has helped companies from 12 countries get traction in the market. Known for her global and organic approach to product and corporate launches, Renee practices what she pitches and as an active user of social media, she helps clients navigate digital waters from around the world. Renee has been blogging for over 16 years and regularly writes on her personal blog Down the Avenue, Huffington Post, BlogHer, We Blog the World and other sites. She was ranked #12 Social Media Influencer by Forbes Magazine and is listed as a new media influencer and game changer on various sites and books on the new media revolution. In 2013, she was listed as the 6th most influential woman in social media by Forbes Magazine on a Top 20 List.
Her passion for art, storytelling and photography led to the launch of Magic Sauce Photography, which is a visual extension of her writing, the result of which has led to producing six photo books: Galapagos Islands, London, South Africa, Rome, Urbanization and Ecuador.
Renee is also the co-founder of Traveling Geeks, an initiative that brings entrepreneurs, thought leaders, bloggers, creators, curators and influencers to other countries to share and learn from peers, governments, corporations, and the general public in order to educate, share, evaluate, and promote innovative technologies.
