Dianne Bourne, of The Manchester Evening News decided to put the thermal range to the test, here is how she got on. I was disappointed with the George at Asda items, as the material was just so thin and see through, particularly when compared to the M&S snuggly thermals. The M&S top also comes in a sparkly version which you could wear as much for a night out as to keep warm at home.

Usually consisting of a long-sleeved t-shirt and leggings-style bottoms, a thermal underwear set is made from a soft material that’s able to retain heat. A good set of thermal underwear is comfortable, lightweight, and will keep you warm all day – even if you’re out in the blistering cold. Raine59 Lovely and warm Lovely and warm going to be great for winter dog walks. True to size and quite long on me 5'3". It was so snazzy you could actually wear this as a going out top - and was a refreshing change from the old stereotypes of thermals as holy cream vests and long johns.westendgirl507 Heatgen (trade mark) Thermals for women I have had no great misgivings about thermal undergarments previously bought at M& S but Heatgen is revolutionary in the best sense. Light as a feather and breathable. Perfectly designed as the essential first line of defence under Autumn/ Winter clothing. Well done to M &:S for ensuring (last time I looked online) that all sizes remain available. Charleee Would recommend! Nice, soft fabric. Looks like a lovely t-shirt and not at all like a thermal vest! HWNO Lovely.. Lovely fit with lots of stretch- not cold enough yet to test the warmth element but really happy with both the colour and fit. Haven’t washed yet so can’t comment on that. I would recommend all the same.

Reporter Dianne is particularly impressed with the M&S Thermal Heatgen Plus leggings - pictured here (Image: MEN) Using Heatgen Plus technology, this thermal top retains the heat that’s generated by your body. Its snug fit also means bulkiness won’t be an issue once you’ve added a second layer over it. Pebbles20 Great extra layer Very soft and comfortable to wear. Bought as an extra warming layer under the long sleeved ones as I can get quite cold - seems to work nicely. Just before Christmas, I grabbed myself a full set of Marks and Spencer thermals to see how warm they would keep me - and how long before I'd need to slap the heating on. This was in response to shoppers raving about how warm and snuggly M&S's Heatgen thermals are, with some claiming they " don't need the heating on" when they wear them.But which thermals are best and what should you look out for? From fabric choice through to the way they fit, as well as suggestions for the best thermals on the market, here’s all you need to know. What to look for in thermals for men Fabric I admit I was pretty impressed with the Thermal Heatgen™ Plus items myself - and it was indeed several hours before I got cold enough to put the heating on in my home as I reported in my original feature. EmilyGD Soft, comfy and great for layering Great as an extra layer underneath jumpers. I get cold wfh and these are fab for keeping me warmer. Clasut Great fit but long length So comfy and warm. Shame only one length as a bit long for me but otherwise brilliant. There’s no doubt that these bottoms are one of the pricier options on this list, but in our opinion it’s well worth the extra cost. It works as intended, and with proper care will last an incredibly long time. The men’s bottoms here include a merino-covered elastic waistband and a standard fly design. Overall, Smartwool has some of the most comfortable and warm thermal underwear available.

I added an extra jumper layer, but I caved in by 2.30pm and put the heating on for an hour to warm things up a bit. WHEN the colder months roll around and the weather really drops, sometimes outer layers aren’t quite enough to keep the freeze at bay. afternoontea Thermal long johns and vests My husband was very pleased with his long johns and vests. They are very warm. Recommend.PaulyH70 Extra insulation These are good quality long johns. Nice material, strong elastic that keep them up unlike with cheaper versions Lou20 Lovely leggings Excellent quality and fit. Super comfy and warming and I will be buying more. I’m 5 foot 9 and these are perfect length wise. haz1234 Very warm and comfortable I love this product. It's very warm and comfortable and I'm planning to get another one Deb1066 Great for the cold weather Very warm and comfortable. Not bulky. Ideal for the cold weather null Best leggings ever! Warmest leggings I’ve ever had. Can wear them in the house without anything else if you are working.

There are two main considerations when shopping for thermal underwear. It’s important that this innermost layer fits like a second skin and that it’s made from materials that won’t irritate. This may sound daunting, but it’s easy to find thermal underwear that meets both your needs and your budget. Below we explore the key considerations when purchasing good-quality thermal underwear, while also listing the best thermal underwear available to buy now. As I tend to feel the cold in my old house, I wasn't convinced that even with the thermals' toasty warm qualities they'd help me resist hitting the heating button though. Shazza2020 Amazing I have bought a number of these thermal tops and they have been great. I get really cold and they keep me warm. bgandpb Fleece thermal Wonderful top for winter, in fact I sleep in it. and I wear it layered too outside. A slim fit means they’ll sit as comfortably under a school uniform as they will under a snowsuit for outdoor play. There are options to fit almost any age, from toddler to teenager. There are no colour options to choose from, but this isn’t a biggie when they do their job so perfectly.This thermal top is a lightweight layer to keep you warm and cosy on particularly chilly nights. This long-sleeved layer has a slim fit, but stretch means it’s never uncomfortable. Made from a combination of acrylic, viscose and elastane, it’s brushed on the inside to give an ultra-soft feel against the skin. Lyrah Great base layer Love this thermal leggings! I used this as a base layer under my joggers on our holiday in Iceland (November) and it was just what I needed. Enough to keep me warm day or night.