At first glance, this looks like simple winter clothing. It is anything but. The Yakut, also known as the Sakha people of Siberia, created traditional winter garments specifically to survive some of How people live through 50C winters in Yakutia How do Russians dress when it's 50C outside? (PHOTOS) Russia Beyond Tours Off the Unbeaten Track Back Figure of a Yakut, Sakha in his Hunting Dress. A Sakha (Yakut) child wearing traditional winter clothing in Siberia.