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Review & Giveaway: Isbjörn of Sweden children’s outdoor clothing

November 8, 2017 by Catherine 115 Comments

Exploring the Isbjörn range of premium outdoor children's clothing, plus a chance to win a fantastic bundle of items from the range.

Are you getting outdoors and making the most of autumn?  The right clothing can make all the difference to a family outdoor adventure, and I’ve got a great giveaway that will help you get it right.  There’s a bundle of premium outdoor children’s clothing from Isbjörn of Sweden worth £180 up for grabs, read on for details on how to enter!

We love getting outside and exploring nature at this time of year, but the colder temperatures do mean we have to think a bit more carefully about what clothes the kids are wearing.  The wrong clothes can easily cut short or completely ruin a trip, whether that’s because of soggy socks, lack of layers, or just plain old cold hands!

We’ve recently been introduced to Swedish children’s outdoor clothing brand Isbjörn.  Founded in 2005 by two mums who struggled to find proper outdoor clothing for their children, the Isbjörn product range covers all aspects of outdoor wear, and is based on the principle that children should be allowed to enjoy outdoor activities in all weather conditions, while remaining warm, dry and comfortable.

We’ve been trying out some items from the range to see how they performed in the good old British climate.  Here’s how we got on.

isbjorn of sweden husky long johns

HUSKY base layers

I think base layers are an absolute must in cold weather, but we’ve found in the past that some fabrics can make the kids a bit too hot.  The Isbjörn HUSKY range is made from ethically sourced Merino wool, and is available in three colours in sizes from 2 to 18 years, with prices starting at £50.

isbjorn husky base layers

Lily is 6 years old and we went for the 122-128cm size sweater and long johns.  They’re a little roomy, which I’m pleased about; in the past she has found skin-tight base layers uncomfortable.  There’s also the added bonus of them lasting longer before she grows out of them!

isbjorn husky base layers

The Husky top and long johns slipped on easily thanks to the smooth fabric, with none of the usual contortions to get those arms in.  Lily immediately commented that they felt lovely and soft; that’s the premium Merino wool at work, and it makes such a difference.  We’ve had synthetic base layers in the past, and the Husky products are just in a different league when it comes to feel and ease of wear.

isbjorn husky base layers

Lily also loved the funky contrast stitching and the patterned waistband.  This pattern is a nod to the teeth of a polar bear, which makes sense once you know that Isbjörn is Swedish for ‘polar bear’.

isbjorn husky base layers

We’ve put the Husky base layers through their paces on a few outdoor trips – including a rather long and chilly trick or treat session on Halloween! – and they’ve performed really well.  Lily stayed warm and cosy without needing to suddenly shed layers, and hasn’t once mentioned being uncomfortable.  The fact that she has put them on and promptly forgotten about them is clear evidence that they’re doing their job.

isbjorn of sweden panda hoodie

PANDA PrimaLoft® Hoodie

Sam pretty much lives in hoodies, and finds them a really great way to layer up in cold weather.  The PANDA hoodie is available in five colours in sizes from 2 to 14 years, with prices starting at £80.  Sam is 10 years old so we went for the 140-146cm size, which fits him perfectly.

isbjorn panda hoodie

The fabric combines PrimaLoft® yarn, polyester and spandex for a perfect blend of softness, stretch and durability.  There’s some clever technology going on too; the silver insulation performance fleece outperforms typical fleece in both wet and dry weather, and is pill resistant.  Basically, it’s designed to dry really fast and retain warmth really well.

isbjorn panda hoodie

Sam loved the look of the Panda hoodie and has pretty much lived in it ever since it arrived.  It’s got a lovely fleecy lining which he says feels really soft, especially around his head when he puts the hood up.    He absolutely hates being muffled up in cold weather clothes,  and the fabric is just the right weight to keep him warm without being too bulky.  He’s happy to throw it on over a t-shirt, or add a coat on top if it gets really cold.

There are lots of practical features too: a generous hood, comfy zip pockets, and – Sam’s favourite – thumb holes to give hands that extra bit of protection.

isbjorn panda hoodie

As I’ve already said, Sam has worn his Panda hoodie a lot, and he only does that with clothes he finds super-comfy and loves the look of.  It washes well and dries really quickly too – when I manage to persuade him to take it off!

Both kids gave their Isbjörn clothes a big thumbs-up.  There was no moaning about scratchy fabrics, uncomfortable seams, or being too hot or cold.  From a parent’s point of view, I really like the fact that they’re tough while still being really comfy; you can tell that the company’s ethos of producing children’s outdoor gear to the same standard as adult clothing has driven the design and choice of fabrics.  I also love that they’re easy and quick to wash.  They’ve already had lots of use on our outdoor trips this autumn, and given how much the kids have enjoyed wearing them I can only see that continuing.

autumn fun outdoors

You can check out the full range of Isbjörn products here – do you have a favourite?

Win a bundle of Isbjörn children’s clothing worth £180

I’m giving away bundle of Isbjörn products, comprising one HUSKY sweater, one pair of HUSKY long johns, and one PANDA PrimaLoft® hoodie, worth a total of at least £180.  To enter, just follow the instructions in the Rafflecopter widget below.  Good luck!

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Comments

  1. iain maciver says

    November 8, 2017 at 11:36 am

    panda hoodie

    Reply
  2. Tracy Nixon says

    November 8, 2017 at 11:44 am

    I love the ISBJÖRN FROST Light Weight Jacket!

    Reply
  3. Emma chapman says

    November 8, 2017 at 12:04 pm

    I have to agree the ISBJÖRN LIGHT WEIGHT JACK
    Looks so sophisticated

    Reply
  4. Margaret Gallagher says

    November 8, 2017 at 1:00 pm

    Lightweight jackets are our favourite

    Reply
  5. Sue McCarthy says

    November 8, 2017 at 1:17 pm

    The Superfit Sport7 shoes in pink

    Reply
  6. Tanya Deliyska says

    November 8, 2017 at 1:58 pm

    My fave product is TODDLER Hardshell Jumpsuit.

    Reply
  7. Annabel Greaves says

    November 8, 2017 at 3:20 pm

    I love the softshell pants – perfect for my autistic son’s skiing lessons x

    Reply
  8. Angela Treadway says

    November 8, 2017 at 5:59 pm

    EXPEDITION HARDSHELL JACKET x

    Reply
  9. Andrea Fletcher says

    November 8, 2017 at 6:23 pm

    I like the Isbjorn Softshe jacket.

    Reply
  10. Ashleigh Allan says

    November 8, 2017 at 6:49 pm

    I love the frost lightweight jacket

    Reply
  11. Alexander McEwan says

    November 8, 2017 at 7:52 pm

    The two models could be my grandchildren.

    Reply
  12. Solange says

    November 8, 2017 at 8:49 pm

    I love the ISBJÖRN FROST Light Weight Jacket.

    Reply
  13. Maria Hackett says

    November 8, 2017 at 9:36 pm

    ISBJÖRN TODDLER Hardshell Jumpsuit would be perfect for my toddler twins x

    Reply
  14. fiona waterworth says

    November 8, 2017 at 9:53 pm

    I love this, ISBJÖRN FROST Light Weight Jacket the scandanavian countries, certainly know about keeping warm and dry

    Reply
  15. Theresa Cooke says

    November 8, 2017 at 10:12 pm

    The soft shell jacket is fabulous.
    The brand is very colourful and vibrant

    Reply
  16. Sharon Boyd says

    November 8, 2017 at 10:48 pm

    Love the jacket

    Reply
  17. Sophie B says

    November 8, 2017 at 10:49 pm

    Expedition hardshell jacket in red is my favourite…….perfect for intrepid explorers!

    Reply
  18. Anthony Harrington says

    November 8, 2017 at 11:29 pm

    I like the ISBJÖRN CARVING Winter Jacket – nice selection of colours, like the green

    Reply
  19. john prendergast says

    November 9, 2017 at 2:31 am

    I like the ISBJÖRN SQUIRREL Winter Cap

    Reply
  20. EMMA WALTERS says

    November 9, 2017 at 7:28 am

    the ISBJÖRN TODDLER Hardshell Jumpsuit looks fab x

    Reply
  21. Jules Eley says

    November 9, 2017 at 11:22 am

    I love ISBJÖRN HUSKY Sweater Jr

    Reply
  22. Frances Sunshine Hopkins says

    November 9, 2017 at 4:53 pm

    The lightweight jackets x

    Reply
  23. Sally Collingwood says

    November 9, 2017 at 8:52 pm

    ISBJÖRN LYNX Microfleece Jumpsuit is really cute and practical

    Reply
  24. MANDY DOHERTY says

    November 9, 2017 at 9:27 pm

    The Toddler Hardshell Jumpsuit

    Reply
  25. Graham Ross says

    November 10, 2017 at 9:58 am

    I like the look of the ISBJÖRN LIGHT WEIGHT JACKET

    Reply
  26. lorraine kirk says

    November 10, 2017 at 10:43 am

    The Carving Winter jacket looks great

    Reply
  27. Judy Kennedy says

    November 10, 2017 at 1:56 pm

    I like this FROST Baby Jumpsuit in ice or sunpoppy

    Reply
  28. Anne says

    November 10, 2017 at 2:44 pm

    I love the hoodie, it looks so warm and soft

    Reply
  29. Alison Johnson says

    November 10, 2017 at 4:12 pm

    ISBJÖRN MONSUNE Hardshell Jacket

    Reply
  30. Kellie McIntyre says

    November 10, 2017 at 4:16 pm

    EAGLET Knitted Cap -unique and lovely

    Reply
  31. Lorna Ledger says

    November 10, 2017 at 11:13 pm

    ISBJÖRN FROST Light Weight Jacket looks super snuggly!

    Reply
  32. Karen hutchinson says

    November 11, 2017 at 9:54 pm

    Love the half pipe winter suit -looks cosy

    Reply
  33. Kim Neville says

    November 12, 2017 at 9:04 am

    I like the ISBJÖRN PENGUIN Winter Jumpsuit in red

    Reply
  34. claire woods says

    November 12, 2017 at 10:11 am

    ISBJÖRN PANDA Primaloft® Hoodie

    Reply
  35. LYNN HEATH says

    November 12, 2017 at 11:26 am

    I love the ISBJÖRN PANDA Primaloft® Hoodie – this looks so warm, perfect for my son to wear to football!

    Reply
  36. jo liddement says

    November 12, 2017 at 12:59 pm

    The Storm Hardshell Jackets look good quality and waterproof against the elements

    Reply
  37. Kim Styles says

    November 12, 2017 at 3:14 pm

    I adore the ISBJÖRN STORTASS MINI Backpack
    ARTICLE NUMBER: 510

    Reply
  38. cheryl hadfield says

    November 12, 2017 at 6:51 pm

    I love the ISBJÖRN FROST Light Weight Jacket

    Reply
  39. Fiona jk42 says

    November 12, 2017 at 8:07 pm

    I like the ISBJÖRN PENGUIN Winter Jumpsuit

    Reply
  40. Jean Cassell says

    November 13, 2017 at 6:36 pm

    The Storm Hardshell jackets

    Reply
  41. Anne Bostwick says

    November 13, 2017 at 6:46 pm

    I’d love to win a Panda Primaloft Hoodie for my grandson.

    Reply
  42. Anne Bostwick says

    November 13, 2017 at 6:46 pm

    I’d love to win a Panda Primaloft Hoodie for my grandson.

    Reply
  43. Christine Shelley says

    November 13, 2017 at 8:20 pm

    I love the green CARVING jacket

    Reply
  44. Davinia Noone says

    November 13, 2017 at 8:35 pm

    I haven’t heard of this make before but like the fact they do lightweight under garments to keep children particular a 2-3 year old warm. I always worry whether my daughter will be warm enough.

    Reply
  45. Kathleen marsden says

    November 13, 2017 at 8:53 pm

    The ISBJÖRN Softshelljacket Jr is so stylish

    Reply
  46. clare elliott says

    November 13, 2017 at 9:23 pm

    The panda hoody looks great!

    Reply
  47. Corinne Henson says

    November 13, 2017 at 9:41 pm

    I like the Panda primaloft hoody !x

    Reply
  48. Jisoo Park says

    November 13, 2017 at 10:25 pm

    I love the Husky Range. My daughter’s Merino under layer is really tatty and this looks beautiful.

    Reply
  49. Jisoo Park says

    November 13, 2017 at 10:25 pm

    I love the Husky Range. My daughter’s Merino under layer is really tatty and this looks beautiful.

    Reply
  50. Sharon Lou Johnson says

    November 14, 2017 at 6:26 am

    i love the Panda Hoodie its divine x

    Reply
  51. Ren Taylor says

    November 14, 2017 at 6:36 am

    Looking through i really like all their jackets and its usually gard to find kids jackets that are not too garish x

    Reply
  52. Pauline Hill says

    November 14, 2017 at 11:33 am

    the ISBJÖRN FROST Light Weight Jacket. looks GREAT

    Reply
  53. Pauline Hill says

    November 14, 2017 at 11:34 am

    the ISBJÖRN FROST Light Weight Jacket. looks GREAT count me in please

    Reply
  54. gemma blake says

    November 15, 2017 at 11:48 pm

    The helicopter winter jacket looks lovely and warm without being bulky

    Reply
  55. kiya johnson says

    November 17, 2017 at 12:10 pm

    I like the ISBJÖRN PENGUIN Winter Jumpsuit in red

    Reply
  56. janine atkin says

    November 17, 2017 at 8:43 pm

    i love the PANDA Primaloft® Hoodie

    Reply
  57. Diana Shepherd says

    November 18, 2017 at 2:40 pm

    PANDA PRIMALOFT® HOODIE

    Reply
  58. Lorraine Stone says

    November 18, 2017 at 5:13 pm

    Toddler Hardshell Jumpsuit. LOVE this.

    Reply
  59. Sarah Parkin says

    November 18, 2017 at 8:09 pm

    My favourite is the ISBJÖRN PENGUIN Winter Jumpsuit they look so cosy!

    Reply
  60. SHIRLEY EVANS says

    November 18, 2017 at 9:47 pm

    LOVE THE JACKETS

    Reply
  61. Sadiyya Maryam says

    November 19, 2017 at 10:16 pm

    The Frost lightweight jackets are my favourite.

    Reply
  62. kRIS says

    November 21, 2017 at 1:24 pm

    Panda hoodie…too cute!!

    Reply
  63. Michaela Hannah says

    November 22, 2017 at 7:31 pm

    Love the EAGLET knitted hat

    Reply
  64. ADEINNE TONNER says

    November 23, 2017 at 7:26 pm

    I really like the ISBJÖRN Sun Jumpsuit Ks

    Reply
  65. Hollie Gregersen says

    November 24, 2017 at 10:54 am

    My favourite is the ISBJÖRN TODDLER Padded Jumpsuit

    Reply
  66. Fiona Martin says

    November 25, 2017 at 5:15 pm

    I like the Sport 5 shoes, they look great for days out!

    Reply
  67. Jacqueline Chapman says

    November 26, 2017 at 11:58 pm

    The ISBJÖRN Softshelljacket looks great! Stylish and perfect for the UK Winter.

    Reply
  68. Sarah R says

    November 28, 2017 at 10:06 am

    The leggings are the most useful thing. We use them on the beach in winter underneath the kids trousers to keep their legs, bum and back toasty!

    Reply
  69. Kimberley Ryan says

    November 28, 2017 at 11:43 am

    my favourite piece is the ISBJÖRN PENGUIN Winter Jumpsuit

    Reply
  70. debbie smith says

    November 28, 2017 at 4:41 pm

    i love the ISBJÖRN PANDA Primaloft® Hoodie it looks so warm and cozy xx

    Reply
  71. Leila Benhamida says

    November 28, 2017 at 4:54 pm

    Love the ISBJÖRN PANDA PRIMALOFT® HOODIE. They have great choice of colours

    Reply
  72. Rich Tyler says

    November 29, 2017 at 2:55 am

    ISBJÖRN FROST Light Weight Jacket

    Reply
  73. Lesley Bain says

    November 29, 2017 at 11:54 pm

    I love the ISBJÖRN Softshelljacket in Sunpoppy.

    Reply
  74. Edward Guerreiro says

    November 30, 2017 at 4:10 pm

    I really like the look of the Superfit Sport7 Mini.

    Reply
  75. Kate says

    November 30, 2017 at 6:52 pm

    Frost lightweight jacket

    Reply
  76. Nancy Bradford says

    November 30, 2017 at 8:08 pm

    The ISBJÖRN LYNX Microfleece Jacket looks really warm and stylish.

    Reply
  77. Heather Morrison says

    November 30, 2017 at 8:42 pm

    My favourite is the ISBJÖRN Softshelljacket Jr. It looks great and very stylish.

    Reply
  78. Monica Gilbert says

    November 30, 2017 at 11:04 pm

    The Panda Primaloft Hoodie would be fantastic when my daughter has Forest School.

    Reply
  79. A S,Edinburgh says

    December 1, 2017 at 9:28 am

    I like the ISBJÖRN PANDA Primaloft® Hoodie Jr. Great giveaway, thanks for running it.

    Reply
  80. cara vaughan says

    December 1, 2017 at 4:50 pm

    I like the ISBJÖRN EXPEDITION Hardshell Jacket

    Reply
  81. Kat Allinson says

    December 1, 2017 at 7:39 pm

    I love the Helicopter Winter jacket

    Reply
  82. donna l jones says

    December 2, 2017 at 9:48 am

    the frost lightweight jacket

    Reply
  83. Sarah Austin says

    December 2, 2017 at 12:50 pm

    I like the ISBJÖRN FROST Light Weight Jacket

    Reply
  84. Victoria Thurgood says

    December 2, 2017 at 2:26 pm

    ISBJÖRN PANDA Primaloft® Hoodie Jr

    Reply
  85. Susan B says

    December 2, 2017 at 2:39 pm

    The ISBJÖRN CARVING Winter Jacket is stylish and practical and comes in a nice range of colours.

    Reply
  86. Amanda Gregory says

    December 2, 2017 at 2:54 pm

    ISBJÖRN LYNX Microfleece Jumpsuit is great

    Reply
  87. Laura Corrall says

    December 2, 2017 at 4:41 pm

    I love the ISBJÖRN TODDLER Padded Jumpsuit

    Reply
  88. Laura Pritchard says

    December 2, 2017 at 7:45 pm

    The CARVING Winter Jacket in CandyFrog

    Reply
  89. Rebecca Powell says

    December 2, 2017 at 8:18 pm

    I like the toddler hardshell jumpsuit

    Reply
  90. Lisa Wilkinson says

    December 2, 2017 at 9:08 pm

    I love the Rib Baby Jumpsuit

    Reply
  91. Neha Chauhan says

    December 2, 2017 at 10:00 pm

    Superfit Sport7 Mini in Purple colour

    Reply
  92. Kay Broomfield says

    December 2, 2017 at 10:32 pm

    Love this for my son

    Reply
  93. paula cheadle says

    December 3, 2017 at 1:18 am

    I love the look of these boots Superfit Culusuk

    Reply
  94. Kim Lam says

    December 3, 2017 at 6:12 am

    ISBJÖRN TODDLER Padded Jumpsuit is my favourite

    Reply
  95. Di Coke says

    December 3, 2017 at 8:21 am

    Expedition hardshell jacket!

    Reply
  96. claire w says

    December 3, 2017 at 9:36 am

    My favourite is the ISBJÖRN HALFPIPE Winter Jumpsuit in Royal

    Reply
  97. Eva Trelfa says

    December 3, 2017 at 10:42 am

    I love this light weight jacket in pink! looks like it would really keep the kids warm in our winter.

    Reply
  98. Allan Fullarton says

    December 3, 2017 at 10:46 am

    The Superfit Sport7 shoes

    Reply
  99. Shannon Mostert says

    December 3, 2017 at 12:51 pm

    The soft shell jacket jr

    Reply
  100. carol boffey says

    December 3, 2017 at 1:01 pm

    love the soft shell pants

    Reply
  101. Adrian Bold says

    December 3, 2017 at 2:31 pm

    I love the Isbjorn Softshe Jacket

    Reply
  102. LORNA WIL says

    December 3, 2017 at 3:00 pm

    ISBJÖRN FROST Light Weight Jacket.

    Reply
  103. Tee Simpson says

    December 3, 2017 at 3:08 pm

    I love the ISBJÖRN FROST Light Weight Jacket

    Reply
  104. Deborah Clarke says

    December 3, 2017 at 4:25 pm

    The light weight jacket is fab. Would certainly come in handy here in not so sunny Manchester.

    Reply
  105. Dawn Samples says

    December 3, 2017 at 4:53 pm

    I like the toddler padded jumpsuit and some snowboots to go with it x

    Reply
  106. Jo Hutchinson says

    December 3, 2017 at 7:19 pm

    ISBJÖRN SQUIRREL Winter Cap

    Reply
  107. Danielle Graves says

    December 3, 2017 at 8:22 pm

    I love the ISBJÖRN TODDLER Padded Jumpsuit in peaks grey it’s a lovely design and looks practical too

    Reply
  108. A.E. ADKINS says

    December 3, 2017 at 9:09 pm

    ISBJÖRN FROST Light Weight Jacket is favourite here

    Reply
  109. Lucy Chester says

    December 3, 2017 at 9:31 pm

    The panda hoodie is so very cute.

    Reply
  110. Tracey F says

    December 3, 2017 at 9:49 pm

    I love the white toddle padded jumpsuit, it’s absolutely lush!

    Reply
  111. Jennifer Baker says

    December 3, 2017 at 9:56 pm

    I love this FROST Baby Jumpsuit in ice x x x

    Reply
  112. Shelley Jessup says

    December 3, 2017 at 10:17 pm

    I like the pink ISBJÖRN LYNX Microfleece Jacketfor Sophie it’s good by itself or under a jacket

    Reply
  113. Helen at Casa Costello says

    December 3, 2017 at 10:20 pm

    The Husky base layers are fantastic – They make great protection from the elements for when my 11yo is out running.

    Reply
  114. Alex Telford says

    December 3, 2017 at 10:32 pm

    I really like the Storm Hardshell Jacket – particularly love the vivid green colour.

    Reply
  115. Kate Davies says

    December 3, 2017 at 10:57 pm

    panda hoodie

    Reply

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