Athens is in the middle of a harsh winter storm that is not going away anytime soon. With school starting up again, students are going to be walking around outside and need the proper winter gear.
If you need a jacket, Gameday Spirit Fanstore will have something for you. In men’s, the store has a gray full-zip and hooded winter coat for $189.99. Another option it carries is a hoodless but fully insulated black coat for $229.99.
The store does not carry a women’s winter coat, but a windbreaker jacket for $149.99 and a variety of vests ranging from $179.99-$189.99.
To complement jackets without hoods, Ohio is Home sells Athens beanies for $22 right on Court Street. The store also carries blue pom beanies which are $22 as well.
If you want a school pride hat, the College Bookstore has an array of Ohio University hats. The adult sizes range from $16.99-$29.99.
Earmuffs are a nice alternative to hats and hoods, which can be found at Marshall's for $12.99. A winter headband serves the same purpose and is available at Marshall’s for $32.
Scarves are another type of apparel not everyone uses, but when it gets cold may be necessary. Gameday Spirit Fanstore sells Ohio Bobcat knitted and striped scarves for $31.99.
Sweatshirts are a common choice to put under a coat. Shop Athens Ohio makes Athens-specific hoodies and crewnecks. They range from $35-$43 and represent some fan-favorite businesses and organizations around Athens: Bagel Street Deli, Larry’s Dog House, the Marching 110 and Casa Nueva.
Ohio is Home brings back the ‘80s style with retro dark green Athens sweatpants for $40. Marshall’s has a few non-school spirit sweatpants that are more budget-friendly. Calvin Klein cargo sweatpants cost $24.99 and have enough pockets to carry your gloves and hat.
There is a trend on TikTok where people show funny socks they have underneath perfectly normal outfits. Finding warm socks is a great way to add some fun to your outfit and keep warm. Luckily, Kismet on West State Street sells tall, fun socks ranging from $9.74- $14.99. However, these might not be for people who dislike R-rated content.
If you do not want profanity on your socks, the College Bookstore carries fuzzy socks priced at $11.99 or $15.99, as well as crew socks ranging from $12.99-$14.99.
Gloves are great to have for the winter, and Marshall’s has a 3-in-1 pair of wool gloves for $19.99, which are perfect for changing weather. Heavier waterproof gloves are on sale at Walmart for $14.99. While these may be inconvenient to walk around school with, these gloves might be needed to clear cars or throw snowballs at your friends.
Although unpredictable, Marshalls on East State Street always sells cold-weather necessities. Its clearance section is a great place to look first, as the store is currently selling a Save the Duck winter coat for $104, a diamond quilted jacket for $48 and a French Connection puffer for $48. Marshalls also has coats for every occasion, ranging from blazers to lightweight jackets to wool blends.
Winter clothes can be expensive, but going to a clearance section is a good way to get layers for the winter. Gameday Spirit Fanstore still has some long-sleeved shirts and sweatshirts on sale. Marshall’s is also discounting women's and men's sweatshirts, which are perfect under a jacket.
Another great alternative to buying new clothes is going to one of the many thrift stores in the area. On Court Street, Athens Underground is open every day of the week. You can stop by during school or on the weekend. New-To-You Thrift and Goodwill are located on Columbus Road. These are also great places to find used long-sleeved shirts, sweatshirts, gloves and pants.
The most important part of buying winter clothes is actually buying them. It is dangerous to be out in the cold without proper gear, so using the great businesses around to get coats and layers is necessary for your well-being.
