Winter Wear in Jackson (or why I look so good in Wyoming)

My bike ride to work this morning inspired this post. While my outfit today is, admittedly, well-put-together, I would not stand out in any big city (or Provo) where there are many well-dressed men and women with much better fashion sense than I. I was biking passed these two women walking along the bike path and after apologizing for being in my lane they each exclaimed, "Well aren't you the cutest biker! You're so fashionable! You look so cute!" I thanked them and told them to stop flattering me, but as I biked on I could not help but think that I am only noticeably fashionable in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. I stand out in this town because I am one of a few people who don't wear the typical Jackson uniform. 

It goes a little something like this:

Jackson Winter Uniform - Male originally from the East Coast

a tight, knit beanie over uncombed hair

very sporty sunglasses (these are to be worn on the eyes, or the top of the head - NEVER taken off, or put away)

an ugly fleece of some sort (most likely a Dave Matthew's Band shirt lurks underneath)

anything straight-legged from Patagonia

some super neat hiking boot for rugged terrain and snow

Jackson Winter Uniform - Male originally from Jackson*

this specific Carhartt Jacket in this particular color

any type of Carhartt pants in this color

whatever shoes this cowboy wants (they're probably dirty with mud/dirty snow, blood from hunting, and spit from chewing tobacco)

*can be worn year-round

Jackson Winter Uniform - Female originally from the East Coast

any Patagonia, Northface, or homemade beanie

sporty sunglasses

a tight-fitting, warm jacket (Northface, or Patagonia preferred)

if not a jacket, a vest with a long-sleeved shirt, or turtle neck beneath

if not leggings, then tight, unflattering, sporty pants 

(but you're skinny because you eat organic and spend all free time enjoying the out-of-doors)

hiking-type boots 

Jackson Winter Uniform - Female originally from Jackson

beanie (obviously. it's cold)

a puffy, warm coat (mostly Northface, or Patagonia. ofttimes blue)

black leggings (preferably fleece)

Uggs

or Sorels (which I actually love)