Smartwool Merino 250 Baselayer Pattern Crew – Women’s

User Reviews

• Slim and flattering fit for temperature regulation and comfort.
• Layering is easy and comfortable due to thin and non-bulky material.
• Flattering and attractive color options.
• Keeps you warm by thermoregulation and wicking away moisture during activity.
• Feels true to length and size when ordering online.
• Keeps you warm without overheating during intense activity.
• Well made and high-quality materials and construction.
• Washes well without any shrinking or durability issues.
• Doesn’t wrinkle after washing or when packing.

Expert Reviews

• Moisture-wicking properties to remove the sweat from the material.
• Comfortable and ideal for layering in almost any climate.
• 250 weight is comfortable without being too heavy.
• Reports of the wool not being as itchy as one would expect, and being comfortable in just a few minutes.
• Great 3-season piece due to versatility and layering options.
• Keeps you warm in extreme cold as a baselayer, but can be used in the shoulder seasons as a single layer during activities.
• Provides excellent mobility due to material and fit.
• Offset shoulder seams allow for adequate shoulder mobility and comfort.
• Extremely durable over time, especially when compared to other baselayers or other Merino options.
• Anti-bacterial properties to keep the material fresh.
• 100% Merino wool with 250g/m2 density provides comfort, warmth, and insulation, without being too bulky.
• Flatlock seams and shoulder panels prevent rubbing from where a backpack straps will be.
• The wool and the shirt’s sweat-wicking capabilities allow the user to prevent overheating and retain warmth.
• When used as a baselayer, the fabric stays fresh and doesn’t smell after prolonged use.
• The layer is lightweight, making it ideal for wearing as a baselayer under heavier jackets in sub-freezing temperatures.

User Reviews

• The shirt may be too long for some body types if ordering true to size.
• Doesn’t come in petite sizes for smaller women.

Expert Reviews

• Takes a bit longer to dry since it absorbs more moisture than other thinner and less-insulated layers.
• Expensive option for a baselayer.
• Won’t last forever, due to the Merino wool deteriorating after prolonged use after multiple seasons.
• Wool can feel a bit rough at first, but you get used to it during the first use.
• Reports of being slightly loose-fitting in the torso area instead of being skin tight to trap in heat.
• Doesn’t have gusseted underarm for breathability and mobility.