Klatt, Makena A.2024-06-182024-06-182024https://hdl.handle.net/1794/2954784 pagesThroughout the ages, women have continually tested their abilities in the mountains. For just as long, their contributions have unfolded behind the scenes, with recognition seldom accorded to them, being cataloged simply as someone's “wife" or simply left without a name. The prevailing narrative often downplayed their capabilities, attributing their summit successes to the assumed assistance of their male counterparts. Yet, despite the persistent challenges and biased narratives, women have persevered. From the late eighteenth century, when the exploits of women in mountaineering were first documented, to the groundbreaking achievement of Caroline North and Christina Huber with their first all-female ascent of Cerro Torre in 2015 (First All-Female Ascent of Cerro Torre via the Ragni Route - Alpinist.Com, n.d.), the magnetic allure of the mountains has resonated for women just as powerfully as it has for men. My thesis project is focused on creating an integrated layering system specifically for female alpinists that takes into account women's specific needs such as bathroom breaks, menstruation, odor control, hygiene, mobility, fit, and thermoregulation. The goal is to make something that allows women to move quickly and efficiently through the mountains in variable conditions.en-USCreative Commons BY-NC-ND 4.0-USmountaineeringsustainable apparel designfemale alpinism and climbingtechnical climbingsustainabilityTerminal Project