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Lightweight Hiking & Camping Clothing: The Essential Guide

Author: Stylist and brand team at Tellar

Date: 2025

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1. Why Packing Light Matters for Outdoor Trips

When trekking, backpacking or camping, less is more. Overloading your pack can strain your muscles if it gets over 25 % of your body weight—an often-cited rule for comfortable hiking

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. Every extra kilogram matters on rough trails.

To travel light yet stay prepared:

2. Clever Clothing Picks by Gender

🧍 Women’s Essentials

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Why It Matters
Merino/synthetic hiking tops & leggings

Dry fast, pack light, usable on trail and in town

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Lightweight quick-dry shorts/skirts

Flexible, compact outfits

Fleece or lightweight insulated jacket

Warmth that layers well

Waterproof shell

Protection from rain & wind while staying breathable

Zip-off travel trousers

Versatile pants-to-shorts solution

Convertible travel dress

Stylish yet functional

🧍 Men’s Essentials

  • Moisture-wicking baselayers and hiking pants (zip-off where appropriate)

  • Thermal fleece midlayer

  • Lightweight puffy jacket worn in flight (saves luggage space)

  • Weatherproof shell

  • Multipurpose tees and shorts

Both should include: sturdy hiking boots or trail runners, breathable socks, quick-dry underwear, sunhat and a multi-tool/buff/scarf.

3. Sourcing Gear: From High-Street to Boutique

For outdoor gear, brands like Uniqlo, Decathlon’s Quechua/Forclaz, Patagonia, Arc’teryx balance cost vs performance. Indie labels often focus on sustainable, technical innovation (e.g., merino-lining, minimalist cuts).

But beyond fabric and cut, fit is key—your body’s shape matters. That’s where Tellar steps in.

4. Introducing Tellar.co.uk: Fit, Not Guesswork

Tellar.co.uk is the UK’s leading free sizing tool. It connects your body measurements to over 1,500 brands—high street, designer, independent—automatically and in real time

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This means no more:

  • Guessing your size

  • Squinting at confusing brand charts

  • Buying multiple sizes “just in case” only to return them

5. Take the Guess out of Fit: 3 Easy Methods

1. Free Printable Measuring Tape

Order or download from Tellar. Print, cut, wrap, measure bust, waist, hips (plus inseam, sleeve length for outdoor gear). Enter those in your Tellar profile

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2. Use a Size You Already Wear

Plug in a trusted size from Zara, M&S, Patagonia, etc. – Tellar maps this to other brands instantly

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3. Estimate from a Garment

Lay a favorite top or pant flat. Measure seams with a ruler or known object. Double the width to estimate body size. Input this into Tellar for accurate results

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6. Why Accurate Fit Matters In the Wild

  • Comfort & performance: Outdoor clothes must move with you; misfit layers limit movement.

  • Durability: Properly-fitted gear lasts longer; constant tugging or stretching deteriorates fabrics.

  • Minimises returns: One accurate size per brand reduces shipping time and cost—and helps the environment.

7. Real Examples with Tellar Insights

  • Principles (Debenhams label) may run tight in dresses and blazers—Tellar suggests sizing up based on body shape

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  • Knwls (independent brand): cropped hems and high waists require precise measurements—Tellar highlights these specifics

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  • Arne: tailored blazers, cropped knits, bodycon styles—Tellar profile prevents mis-buys

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Whether you're grabbing layering pieces from high street or specialized boutique gear, Tellar shows your ideal size, fit notes, and any variant options—fast.

8. How to Get Started with Tellar

  1. Print or order your [Free Measuring Tape](https://tellar.co.uk/how-do-i-find-my-right-size-without-a-measuring-tape/)

  2. Create your profile at [Create Profile](https://tellar.co.uk/create-profile/)

  3. Use your measurements or known size to get instant, accurate fits across 1,500+ brands

  4. Browse for hiking gear, outdoorwear, designer clothes—see your perfect size filtered live

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9. Why This Blends Ideal for Outdoor Travel

  • Space-saving: Fit is streamlined, no bulky alternatives.

  • Versatility: One-piece may fit more brands; e.g., a well-fitted mid-layer works trail-to-town.

  • Confidence & sustainability: Accurate purchases = fewer returns, lighter load, minimal waste.

10. Stay Connected with Tellar

Follow the sizing revolution across socials:

  • Instagram: @Tellarsizing

  • Twitter/X: @Tellar100

  • Facebook: Tellar Sizing

  • Pinterest: TellarUK

11. Final Words: Pack Smart, Fit Right

Lightweight, quick-dry materials and smart layering cut weight and boost adaptability on hikes and camping. But fit makes the difference—tight sleeves, saggy pants, or stiff jackets can ruin your trip’s comfort. Tellar.co.uk solves this at every level: high-street staples, technical outdoor gear, or boutique labels.

Accurate sizing = confident, sustainable style in the wild.

Print your free tape, create your profile, and shop with total fit certainty today—only on Tellar.co.uk.

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