TerramarWomen's 100% Silk Thermasilk Pointelle Scoop Shirt Baselayer

I bought a set of thermasilk base layer from a ski shop many years ago in the off white color. I still wear those. They last a long time if handled properly. I bought the black set this time from Amazon to help blend in with my clothes. Its like a second layer of skin. You forget you have it on and it does an amazing job keeping you warm. Runs true to size.

I just wore this top and pants as an under-layer on a 54 degree day outside under my running outfit. First, it is sooo soft! It reminds me of my favorite dance tights, but made of silk, and a slightly flowing fit. I'd say the collar is just right -- not too close to the throat, and not too open. Once on, I forgot I was wearing the extra layer. It did not bulk up under an outer jersey. This is going to be my go-to for winter layering. As soon as I can save up enough I'll get one in white as well--I just wish they had it in brown! For sizing, I'm 5' 8", 125 lbs - normally size 5 or 6 for a tailored fit. I went for medium, hoping for extra length in the arms and torso, and this was perfect. Another person not as tall might go for small, but tall women need long sleeves.

I know that silk is expensive but it's my fabric of choice as a base layer in our Wisconsin winters. This is a bit pricey to me because it is not heavyweight silk. I'm a thin person living in an old, drafty house so I am always cold in the winter, even indoors. Hopefully this will suit me as well as my older silk underwear that shows wear and is getting a few runs. Silk also keeps the itch from wool sweaters off of my skin.

I'm allergic to wool and other animal hair so all my sweaters are cotton or synthetic. Silk makes a great layer for the winter when you're wearing a cotton sweater! These are thin enough not to add bulk, but they do help keep me warm. I have silk long sleeve and sleeveless undershirts in black and cream. My last black one (at least 15 years old!) finally fell apart from so much use and washing. This one was not disappointing. Machine wash cold. Probably best to hang to dry, but I prefer to dry on low with a fragrance-free dryer sheet.

See above. It already has snags, catches in it

I much prefer the men's version, for the style and different knit pattern. But these have held up well, silk is an amazing fabric. They are so thin, comfortable and lightweight that you might forget you are wearing them. They are definitely too thin to be worn on their own. But as a soft, warm under layer they are great. I wear them to bed all the time, even in the hot summer weather. I throw them in the washer and dryer with everything else, no problem. I highly recommend them, if you like the style. I just prefer the men's style.

Bought for Mom. Loves these wears them all winter.

This is a fine silk shirt for those days when you just can't get the chill out of your bones. I remembered liking the Terramar brand from back in my backpacking days and made sure to look them up when I decided I wanted some long johns for more sedentary uses. Do check out their size charts, as they are smaller than some modern sizes. But the garments are accurate according to their size charts. Non-silk undershirts and longjohns just make me sweaty and gross and usually overheated. I appreciate the balancing and breathing affect of silk. These are thin. They are not expedition weight by any means. But I think most people want to thin for general usage; I certainly did.