As for wind - depends on what I'm doing. If I'm active, I can live with a really breathable layer - it helps moisture/temperature control, but you will need some type of wind break or insulating layer if/when you stop for any length of time. Thats my issue with straight fleece as a mid layer - its offers no wind protection unless you get a fleece jacket designed as such. Then it tends to be too warm for the mid layer application.
I generally default to some type of wind control on my outer shell. I do a really simple test - I stick my hand under the garment and blow on it. I determine its wind fighting capabilities depending on how much I feel on my hand. It works for me. I just about always have my outer layer as pretty dang wind resistant. Wind sucks, especially when its cold out. I've never been as cold as when its cold, windy, and humid. A trifecta of miserableness.
Gloves - people laugh at me......... I'm not a glove/mitten wearer. I wear Glacier Gloves. These:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Glacier-Glove-Premium-Fleece-Fingerless-Hunting-RealTree-Kenai-Glove-Medium/332489173573?epid=1101997173&hash=item4d69e62a45:g:rvoAAOSw9mpaNLyZ
I use handwarmers in my pockets. I wore these earlier this week when temps were 16 degrees. Didn't need the handwarmers this week because I was plenty warm.
