How to Stay Warm During Outdoor Film Productions | Vivida Keep Warm

Film and TV productions demand long hours in unpredictable conditions. Whether on a windswept coastline or an overnight urban shoot, keeping cast & crew warm, dry & comfortable is essential. Cold crew members move slower, talent struggles to stay focused & give their best, and production timelines suffer.

The Evolution of Set Coats for Film & TV: From Classic Outerwear to Modern Changing Robes

For decades, Film and TV professionals relied on legacy outerwear brands like Canada Goose, The North Face, and Patagonia to combat cold conditions and solve their outdoor film production needs.

While these coats provide waterproof warmth, they fall short in versatility—restricting movement, compressing costumes, and lacking the practicality required for the demands of film & tv productions. Heavy-duty puffer, snow & outdoor jackets lack the mobility required for on-set movement. 

As productions evolved, so did the need for a better solution. Enter oversized changing robes—a game-changing alternative that offers more than just warmth. These robes provide full coverage, easy layering, and serve as mobile changing rooms for actors & cast. Vivida’s KeepWarm Set Coats build upon this evolution, meeting an unmet need combining style, luxury, with on-set warmth, performance and versatility.
 

The Film & TV Set Coat Advantage

At Vivida, we are redefining the industry standard with our Keep Warm Film & TV Set Coats—crafted with 100% recycled materials, blending high-performance warmth with effortless elegance & style. 

Vivida KeepWarm coats are already trusted by major productions, including Disney, Netflix, Amazon Studios, BBC Studios, ITV Studios and LucasFilm.., as well as worn by leading actors and crew on high-profile sets like Disney’s Andor series, Netflix’s Missing You, or the upcoming Harlen Coben Thriller Run Away, and Netflix’s Half Man.

On the set of Andor (Disney+), cast members described the transformative feeling of wearing Vivida—a cohesive, professional look that made them feel cool and part of a unified team. No longer do cast or crew have to feel like they’re wearing a random jumble of lost property.

Vivida’s specialist on-set jackets provide:

• Waterproof & Windproof Protection – Built for the unpredictable conditions of location shoots.

• Advanced Insulation – Ensuring cast and crew stay warm through long takes and late-night exteriors.

• Oversized Fit for Layering – Designed for freedom of movement and layering over costumes without compression.

• Deep, Utility Pockets – Functional storage for radios, gloves, call sheets, and other essentials.

• Extended Coverage & Adjustable Cuffs – Offering maximum warmth between takes without restricting movement.

• Mobile Changing Room Functionality – Spacious interiors and easy-access zippers allow for quick, discreet outfit changes on set.

More Than Warmth: A Home Away from Home

Beyond their technical benefits, Keep Warm Set Coats provide a sense of sanctuary—a cocoon within which actors and crew can regroup, recharge, and reset. The intensity of filming demands mental and emotional preparation.

For actors, the moments before stepping into character are critical. Wrapped in warmth, they can breathe, focus, and mentally step into the role before cracking off the robe and stepping into performance mode. It’s not just outerwear—it’s a tool for transition, a safe haven before stepping into the spotlight.

Functional Beauty: Glamorous Yet Practical

Vivida’s KeepWarm Set Coats don’t just perform—they captivate. These coats are crafted with elegance and purpose, blending luxury with technical performance. Designed to be seen on the world's biggest sets, they exude refined, effortless style while delivering industry-leading warmth and functionality.

This is outerwear that people don’t just need—they want it. A statement piece as much as an essential tool, the Vivida KeepWarm Set Coat transforms on-set dressing, ensuring cast and crew feel just as good as they look.

Built for the Industry

Vivida’s KeepWarm Set Coats are speifically designed for actors, musicians, costume designers, makeup artists, stylists, and crew. 

 

Sustainability & Compliance

• Made from certified 100% post-consumer recycled plastic bottles. 

• Meets standards from The Green Production Guide, Reel Green, Albert, BFI, and AdGreen.

• A timeless functional form of art that is built to last, built for longevity. 

The New Standard for On-Set Warmth

As productions demand greater versatility, oversized changing robes have redefined on-set outerwear. Vivida’s KeepWarm Set Coats are the next evolution, offering full-length coverage, technical performance, and effortless warmth—trusted by leading studios worldwide.

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Cold impacts performance. Equip yourself, your cast, and your team with the industry’s most trusted Film & TV Set Coat—because staying warm keeps the production moving.

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