Auclair
Softee 4.0 Insulated Mittens
The Auclair Softee 4.0 Insulated Mittens are a pair of black winter mittens designed for winter activities and cold-weather hand protection. They use a durable polyester twill shell with an Auclair-Dry Gold membrane for breathable, waterproof, and windproof protection, plus 3M Thinsulate midweight CE insulation made from 78% recycled polyester and an ultra-soft brushed polar fleece lining. Key features include a DWR surface treatment, synthetic leather reinforced palm, built-in thumb nose wipe, zippered utility pocket on the back of the hand, adjustable drawcord and strap cuff, mitten clips, and embroidered Auclair logo.
- Material
- Durable polyester twill shell; synthetic leather reinforced palm; brushed polar fleece lining; 3M™ Thinsulate™ insulation made from 78% recycled polyester
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- technical, performance, insulated, waterproof, utilitarian
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Gloves & Mittens
Color
Specifications
Sophisticated insulated winter mittens pairing a durable polyester twill shell and waterproof-breathable Auclair-Dry® Gold membrane with 3M™ Thinsulate™ warmth and a plush brushed fleece lining.
Auclair-Dry® Gold breathable waterproof windproof membrane, 3M™ Thinsulate™ midweight CE insulation (78% recycled polyester), brushed polar fleece lining, DWR water-repellent finish, synthetic leather reinforced palm, thumb nose wipe, zipped back-of-hand utility pocket, adjustable drawcord and strap cuff, mitten clips, embroidered logo.
- Material
- Durable polyester twill shell; synthetic leather reinforced palm; brushed polar fleece lining; 3M™ Thinsulate™ insulation made from 78% recycled polyester
- Secondary
- polyurethane
- Style
- technical, performance, insulated, waterproof, utilitarian
- Occasion
- everyday, travel, hiking
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Gloves & Mittens
Additional Attributes
- durable polyester twill shell
- Auclair-Dry® Gold membrane delivers breathable, waterproof and windproof protection
- 3M™ Thinsulate™ midweight CE synthetic insulation made from 78% recycled polyester
- ultra-soft brushed polar fleece lining for next-to-skin warmth
- durable water-repellent (DWR) surface treatment resists liquid absorption
- synthetic leather reinforced palm for grip and abrasion resistance
- built-in nose wipe on the thumb
- zipped utility pocket on the back of the hand
- adjustable drawcord and strap cuff seals out cold and snow
- mitten clips keep the pair together when off-hands
- embroidered Auclair logo
- mitten silhouette keeps fingers together for shared warmth
- midweight insulation balanced for active winter wear
Product Insights
Softee 4.0 Insulated Mittens Size by hand length, with M–XL covering roughly 205–255 mm circumference Rated for 0 to -15°C active use, not standing around at -20°C Auclair-Dry Gold membrane provides breathable, waterproof, windproof protection Short adjustable cuff, not a gauntlet; may tuck under or sit at jacket sleeve At 70 CAD, includes membrane, recycled Thinsulate and reinforced palm
Verified claims
- fit
- Size by hand length, with M–XL covering roughly 205–255 mm circumference
- sizing
- X-Large is the largest size, so XL buyers cannot size up for a liner
- warmth
- Rated for 0 to -15°C active use, not standing around at -20°C
- insulation
- Midweight 3M Thinsulate with 78% recycled polyester retains warmth when damp
- waterproofing
- Auclair-Dry Gold membrane provides breathable, waterproof, windproof protection
- dwr
- DWR sheds light snow but is not a substitute for the membrane and wears off
- dwr_maintenance
- Refresh DWR when water stops beading, after cleaning
- breathability
- Wet-out outer fabric blocks breathability and feels clammy
- care
- Hand wash cool, no wringing, no iron; hang dry
- lining
- Fixed brushed polar fleece lining is soft but not removable
- shell
- Polyester twill shell is durable, soft-draping and quick-drying
- palm
- Synthetic leather palm grips when wet and resists water absorption
- construction
- Separate thumb panel, reinforced palm, adjustable strap and cord lock
- features
- Built-in nose wipe, zipped utility pocket and mitten clips add convenience
- styling
- Stealth black styling with charcoal palm and embroidered Auclair logo
- variant
- Listed as male, black only, sizes Medium–X-Large
- value
- At 70 CAD, includes membrane, recycled Thinsulate and reinforced palm
- use
- Best for active winter sports and moderate cold; add a liner for deep cold
- cuff
- Short adjustable cuff, not a gauntlet; may tuck under or sit at jacket sleeve
- snow_entry
- Use both drawcord and wrist strap; avoid creating a snow chute
- palm_comparison
- PU palm is more water-resistant than leather but can stiffen in cold
Product record
- Title
- Softee 4.0 Insulated Mittens
- Brand
- Auclair
- Price
- 70 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
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Mittens for winter activities
These insulated mittens are pitched by the retailer as a go-to pair for winter activities, with an updated, more sophisticated look. A simple option to reach for when heading out in cold-weather conditions.[1]
Image Analysis
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Product
A pair of black insulated mittens shown flat: one palm-up and one back-of-hand-up. Visible features include a textured palm panel, a small horizontal zip pocket on the back of hand, vertical embroidered brand text, an adjustable webbing strap with a plastic buckle, and a wrist cord with cord lock.
- Overall shapeTwo mitten units arranged overlapping: left mitten shows back-of-hand face; right mitten shows palm face with thumb seam visible.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.08 · w 0.88 · h 0.84 (medium) - Back-of-hand pocketHorizontal zippered pocket on the back-of-hand area of the left mitten with a narrow sealed zipper tape and a small metal pull.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.46 · w 0.36 · h 0.09 (high) - Embroidered vertical text“Vertical embroidered text reading AUCLAIR on the back-of-hand of the left mitten.”
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.24 · w 0.09 · h 0.30 (high) - Palm texturePalm-facing mitten shows a textured synthetic leather panel covering the thumb and main palm area with a slightly pebbled finish.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.06 · w 0.38 · h 0.62 (high) - Thumb constructionThumb is a separate sewn panel with smooth fabric on the exterior side visible on the palm-up mitten.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.18 · w 0.14 · h 0.30 (high) - Adjustable wrist strapWebbing strap runs across the wrist area of the left mitten and closes with a rectangular plastic buckle; strap has a molded tab with a small logo or mark.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.68 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high) - Wrist cinch and cord lockElasticized wrist area with an exterior drawcord and a small cylindrical cord lock visible near the glove cuff on the right side of the composition.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.74 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high) - Stitching panelsMultiple stitched panel lines on the back-of-hand including a horizontal seam near the top and contoured seams over the knuckle area.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.50 · h 0.36 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a light neutral background with soft even lighting and slight shadow beneath the mittens. Image is tightly cropped around the product with the mittens centered diagonally.
- Background and lightingSmooth light gray background with soft shadowing under the mittens indicating diffuse overhead lighting.
- Shot compositionFlat lay composition showing both mittens together, one overlapping the other, photographed from above.
Colors
matte black· main fabric bodydark charcoal· palm panellight gray· embroidered textdark gray· zipper tape and pullmatte black plastic· plastic hardware- Overall shapeTwo mitten units arranged overlapping: left mitten shows back-of-hand face; right mitten shows palm face with thumb seam visible.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Auclair
Softee 4.0 Mitt - Adult