For those who live in cold weather climates, packing to go to another winter destination is as easy as tying your shoes. If you live in a cold city, you already know what you need to wear to stay warm and your wardrobe is stocked with the essentials. However, for those who live in warm weather locations and have never before taken a cold weather trip, packing can range from overwhelmed to stressful.
As paradise bnb the site suggests, the goal is to ensure that you pack the right clothes to stay warm, but pack them efficiently so you do not overpack. So if you are a first-time winter traveler looking to pack light and stay warm, below are the essential tips for packing for a winter vacation.
Basic Essence
Of course, when one is packing for any trip, you should pack basic items like underwear and hygiene products. When you are packing for a cold weather trip, there are additional basics required. The cold weather packing list includes basic layers like thermal tops and pants, woolen hats, gloves, scarves and warm lightweight wool socks. Less is more in terms of packing, accessories is your time to play with colours, prints, and carry a few options. They are smaller and easier to pack. Lastly, do not forget to pack Chapstick, lotion, and sunblock. The cold air can be very drying and even when it is cold the sun’s rays can still be harmful.
Layers on Layers
Now that you have your basic needs taken care of, it’s time to pack your clothes. Resist the urge to pack lots of oversized sweaters. The key to packing for cold weather is to choose layer by layer. First things first, choose a neutral color palette and pack your wardrobe based on that. This ensures that your clothes are interchangeable. Three to four light long-sleeved tops, two to three light but warm merino wool sweaters, a pair of leggings and jeans, and a blouse/skirt combination are great for a fun night out.
End it all
Now that all the accessories, clothes and other basics are packed, it is time to put the final touches on your wardrobe. The perfect thing to do is pack a pair of shoes. Choose a pair of shoes that will provide warmth, comfort, that are fashionable enough to go with anything, and cozy that when you go through the airport the boots can be removed. Last but not least (and maybe most significantly), it is time to decide what to wear outerwear for. Choose your coat based on the coldest destination on your itinerary. So you have two outerwear options to pick from, wear a heavy jacket on the plane. Make sure the jacket is waterproof and has room to accommodate layers underneath. For the second option, choose a lighter coat that folds down and is fashionable enough for a fun night out.
