Feet
When hiking I use comfortable, supporting and water resistant leather boots. Closest to the foot I wear a liner, a thin sock, and then thicker socks. When out paddling I instead use a pair of diving booties. On longer trips I usually also bring a pair of sandals or training shoes for resting my feet in camp.
Legs
I like roomy long legged trousers protecting me from wind, sun and vegetation. Instead of boxers I use a pair of swimming shorts. These are comfortable, drys quickly and are practical when you like to take off your trousers. Even when operating in non-arctic environments I always bring my long johns for snuggling in camp.
Upper body
Closest to my skin I wear a thin long sleeve polyester or woolen shirt. On top of that one or two long slewed shirts. When chilly I apply a woolen worm shirt on top of that. And then a wind and rain resistant jacket with a hood and allot of practical pockets. I also bring a big and warm winter coat to put on while resting.
Head
Pending on the climate I use a boonie hat for protecting me from the sun, a baseball cap or a beanie. When i tough and cold weather a hood on your jacket is a blessing. Often I bring a scarf. The scarf and beanie is also nice wearing while sleeping outdoors.
Hands
Usually I bring three type of hand wear. A pair of work gloves, a pair of knitted gloves and a pair of warm mittens. When paddling I use a pair of thin diving gloves.
As you've noticed I don't prefer bringing rain coats and such, they just make me wet from the inside of sweat. Instead I use easy-drying materials, a robust jacket and a set of change.
I hope this post gave you some good ideas on what to bring on Your next adventure.
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