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Teenage Girls' Gilets
Teenage girls' gilets keep the body warm and leave the arms free, which suits girls who run hot or dislike bulky sleeves. The sizes cover ages 8 to 15. A gilet is useful on the walk to school on a chilly morning, or on an autumn day that starts cold and warms up by lunchtime. She can wear one over a long-sleeved top or jumper and take it off indoors without changing her whole outfit.
Gilets are sized by height in centimetres, so measure her standing against a wall and pick the size up if she falls between two. Leave a little room if she plans to wear a hoodie underneath. A body warmer and a gilet are the same thing: a sleeveless jacket, and UK shops use both names. Fabric, filling and fastenings vary by style, so check the product page for details and read the care label before washing.
Your questions answered
MINOTI's teenage girls' gilets are sleeveless layers for girls aged 8 to 15 in centimetre sizes, and a 13-year-old girl usually takes a 164 cm gilet.
What size gilet does a girl need at age 9 or age 10?
A 9-year-old usually takes 140 cm and a 10-year-old usually takes 146 cm. If she is tall for her age or wants to wear a thick hoodie underneath, go one size up.
Is a gilet warm enough for a girl at age 11 or age 12 in winter?
On its own, a gilet suits mild days of around 10 to 15°C. In colder weather she can wear it over a thick jumper or under a waterproof so her core stays warm.