Updated: October 2026 · Anna Tsymbal, founder of THE ONE
In short: the fastest option is one item that goes on straight over pajamas: a warm jumpsuit, or a loose hoodie with trousers on an elastic waistband. By the door, shoes without laces; on the hook, a jacket; in the pocket, your phone and a power bank. Prepare everything in the evening so you don't look for socks in the dark at night.
What to prepare in the evening
- Clothes on a chair by the bed, in the order you put them on.
- Shoes without laces by the door: slip-ons, boots with a zipper.
- An emergency bag: copies of documents, water, medicine, a power bank, a torch, a charger.
- A warm item for the shelter. Basements and parking garages are often cold and damp even in autumn.
- The same for children: their clothes in one place, a favourite toy or a blanket.
Why one item is better than a set
In the dark and in a hurry, trousers, a sweater, socks and a jacket take a minute or two. A jumpsuit takes about ten seconds: one zipper, and you are dressed from neck to ankles. Nothing rides up when you sit on a bench or lie on a mat, and your lower back stays covered.
What matters in clothes for a shelter
- Warmth without layers: one warm layer instead of several that slide and twist.
- A covered back and lower back: you often sit on a bench or on the floor.
- Comfort for sitting and lying down: no tight waistband, nothing presses on the stomach.
- Easy washing: the shelter is dusty, and the clothes should wash at 30 °C without fuss.
- Pockets for the phone and keys.
Is a jumpsuit comfortable during an alert?
Yes. A THE ONE jumpsuit goes on over pajamas in 10 seconds. It is made of brushed three-thread jersey (330 gsm, 70% cotton), so it is warm in a cold basement and not hot when you come back home. If you stay in the shelter for a long time, a lower-back zipper (an option) means you don't have to take the jumpsuit off to use the bathroom. Afterwards it washes clean easily.
A jumpsuit is one option, not the only one. The main thing is to have your clothes and shoes ready in the evening. Take care of yourself.
More about how warm our jumpsuits are is in the guide “Warm jumpsuit for adults”. If the power and heating go off at home, read how to stay warm at home without heating.
