About Me
Who is behind Arctic Wave?
Welcome to our world! My husband and I began our journey together in 2009, and since then, we've been blessed with three wonderful kiddos: our son and twin girls. Nestled in the heart of the Twin Cities (MN), we've experienced our fair share of chilly winters. And like many parents in colder climates, we found ourselves endlessly buying mittens and gloves over the years.
Despite trying various solutions like clips, strings, and snaps, one or both mittens always seemed to go missing. I knew there had to be a better way to streamline our mornings and bring order to the chaos. How could I prevent my kids from losing their mittens on what seemed like a weekly, if not even daily, basis? And how could I protect their little wrists from the cold and snow every time they ventured outside?
In my quest for a solution, I searched and searched but couldn't find exactly what I was looking for: a warm, sustainable children's winter puffer jacket with built-in mittens. A coat that made it impossible for them to lose a mitten. Determined to fill this gap, I turned to sketching, seeking input from my own kids and their friends on everything from color schemes to functionality. After countless iterations and meticulous attention to detail, Arctic Wave was born...
After our first full year in business, we quickly saw that the need was not just for busy parents, but also parents of children with special needs. Children who have a hard time keeping mittens on, and some who haven't been able to enjoy the outdoors because of this. This has given our business an even bigger vision and purpose than we have ever imagined.
Arctic Wave is more than just a product; it's a labor of love from our small family business. It's been quite the journey, especially navigating the challenges of manufacturing during the COVID era. But we persevered, and I'm thrilled to share our creation with you. Thank you for joining us on this adventure! Your feedback is invaluable as we continue to refine and perfect our jackets, ensuring they meet the needs of families like yours. Together, let's embrace warmth, comfort, and a little bit of magic in every Arctic Wave jacket.
