I layer DD's like so:
(1) C9 base layer with medium-length socks underneath the pants; the shirt has thumb-holes, which are a godsend for keeping the sleeves smooth
(2) over the pant-cuffs, we layer longer socks, followed by leggings and a l/s t-shirt
(3) over this layer, we've been using jeggings and a sweatshirt; over the jegging cuffs, we use adult-sized long socks, which helps keep everything in place & makes wearing boots easier.
She borrows my hiking boots and tops everything with her coat.
Would your boys wear running tights, OP?
I wish she had ski pants, but we forgot to order them over winter break!
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Liz
DD (3/2010)
"Make mistakes! Get messy!" - Miss Frizzle