When the polar vortex hit the U.S. earlier this year, you may have noticed that many people — but not all — stopped working outdoors. It seems incredible that someone could work efficiently in extreme weather conditions, let alone survive. Yet, we do it all the time, thanks to improvements in clothing technology.
Modern society now relies on advancements in clothing technology to keep us functioning and on the move, regardless of extreme heat or cold. Which clothing technologies have had the greatest impact on our ability to endure extreme weather?
Moisture-wicking fabricsFor a millennial, it’s easy to assume moisture-wicking clothing has
