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In the Buff

Trish Burgess Posted on24/04/201615/07/2017 Reviews, Travel gear 15 Comments
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Selfie in the Buff!

“Can I have a Buff?”

“No, what’s wrong with a scarf?”

“But look what you can do with them – you can wear them as a neckerchief, a headband, a beanie, a bandana – they look brilliant!”

This conversation used to happen every time we wandered around outdoor clothing shops. Dougie was desperate to buy a Buff and I couldn’t see the attraction. A few years ago, he ignored me and decided to buy one anyway and it was a revelation. He bought another one then I bought one…and another. We became such fans we built up a collection: original microfibre, merino wool, polar fleece and UV protection – we have them all.

What’s so good about them? These lightweight little wisps of material are made with no hems or seams so there’s nothing to make you feel itchy. Designed to keep you warm in the cold, the fibres also wick away moisture to keep you cool in the summer. Scrunch them up in a pocket or bag, they take up no room, which can’t always be said for scarves.

I was approached by Kitshack and asked if I wanted to test a couple out during our recent trip to Devon. Yes, we’d love more Buffs and very happy to review them as we were already such fans.

To give you some idea of how to wear them, Dougie and I have graciously modelled them for you.

First up…me!

Trish in Buff

  1. The usual way I wear a Buff. This is a kids’ merino wool Buff (Kiwi) but it’s ideal for covering up the neck of woman over 50.
  2. Amazingly warm Polar fleece Buff was a godsend when we were skiing in Colorado. Even in -16 degrees Centigrade I was toasty warm on the slopes.
  3. I call this my ‘French lady who owns the bar in Death in Paradise crossed with Hilda Ogden from Coronation Street’  look: just the thing for rustling up a mean mojito or tackling a little light housework.

Now Dougie’s turn:

Dougie in Buff

  1. Happy hiker on the beach, Dougie is wearing a merino wool Buff (National Geographic Rongorongo design) which is ideal when it’s warm enough for a T-shirt but there’s a keen wind whistling up the South West Coast Path.
  2. Perfect for wearing under a ski helmet, Dougie sports the pirate look with a few simple twists of the material. Yo ho ho! Note we have the double-buff ensemble for when one Buff is just not enough.
  3. Kenny from South Park walking along the streets of Woolacombe in a rain shower.
So there you have it. Buffs galore! And just in case you don’t believe how much we adore Buffs, here’s our collection – a whole bunch of bootiful, brilliant Buffs.

Buff collection

 

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15 Comments

  1. MsCaroline Reply
    25/04/2016 at 12:16 pm

    Hmmm…next thing you two will be coming out with a calendar like the WI. ; ) We started wearing fleece neck warmers in Korea that transform into a few things, but they are too thick to do all those other things. Look like it’s going to have to be an addition to the ‘must have’ list!

    • Trish Burgess Reply
      25/04/2016 at 1:03 pm

      I don’t think I shall need bigger buns though… 😉

      Definitely worth a look: we have become such Buff enthusiasts and they would be ideal for your walks with Merlot.

  2. Sarah Reply
    25/04/2016 at 12:32 pm

    I have a Buff-like thing I wear when motorbiking. There are no trailing bits that unravel in the wind. 🙂

    • Trish Burgess Reply
      25/04/2016 at 1:04 pm

      I can see why that’s a great benefit, not to have trailing bits. Even when walking, I love the fact that it stays put, unlike my scarves which have a habit of unravelling too.

  3. K.D. Jennings Reply
    26/04/2016 at 2:13 pm

    I am a total Buff fan too and reading your post reminded me I wrote one (partly) about them as well: http://funkywelliesrandomthoughts.com/with-a-little-help-from-my-accessories/
    You commented but it was obviously pre-Buff mania? 😉

    I especially like pic 3 of you and pic 2 of Dougie! xx

    • Trish Burgess Reply
      27/04/2016 at 1:37 pm

      How funny – yes, I would say it’s been in the last 18 months we have really become fans. To think all those years I used to pooh-pooh the idea.x

  4. Emma Raphael Reply
    26/04/2016 at 10:27 pm

    Oh my gosh what I wouldn’t have given for one of these during our unseasonal camping trip at the weekend! Infact, I would have liked several that I could have worn in stages up and over my face it was that cold! 😀

    • Trish Burgess Reply
      27/04/2016 at 1:35 pm

      The two words ‘unseasonal’ and ‘camping’ should never be seen in the same sentence haha! These Buffs are fantastic – and yes, you can cover your whole mush up if you so desire!

  5. Mari Reply
    27/04/2016 at 10:10 pm

    I love your new look by the way, I mean the blog but I also smiled at the pair of you in the buff. A great product that is so versatile too.

    • Trish Burgess Reply
      28/04/2016 at 9:23 am

      Pleased you like my new look – my blog has been buffed as well as me!
      And yes, it’s a great product. Such good quality too, which makes a difference.

  6. JuggleMum, Nadine Hill Reply
    30/04/2016 at 1:05 pm

    Funny post Trish and I love your new look blog! I’m glad you both enjoy your buffs!!

    • Trish Burgess Reply
      30/04/2016 at 1:36 pm

      Thank you, Nadine – so pleased you had a chuckle at the post and glad you like my new look. My years doing the BritMums round-up has helped me get to grips with WordPress!

  7. Bumble Bee Mum Reply
    03/05/2016 at 3:22 pm

    Love the versatility! Look way more straightforward than using a scarf.

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