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Winter Beauty Tips and Tricks

Cold-Weather Fashion Travel Essentials Checklist

Baby, it's cold outside! Taking a vacation in a winter wonderland? Here's the stylish gear you'll need.

Clothing

  • Sweaters. A chunky cable-knit crewneck for daytime, plus a cardigan and turtleneck in cashmere or thin wool for day or evening. (Pick one neutral color palette, such as blacks/grays or browns/tans, and stick with it so everything can be mixed and matched.)
  • White tailored dress shirt. Can be worn over the turtleneck or on its own. To avoid wrinkling, pack it on a hanger covered with dry cleaner’s plastic.
  • A dress, jacket, and pants in the same color and fabric, such as wool crepe or gabardine. So many combination possibilities! For a polished look at dinner, pair the dress with the jacket or cardigan, the pants with the jacket or turtleneck, etc.
  • Dark-wash jeans. These should go from day to evening, so avoid ones with rips or distressing.
  • Silk long johns. 
  • Long-john-inspired tee. Choose a cashmere or waffle-knit one.
  • Flannel pajamas. They’ll be extra-cozy on cold nights.
  • Waterproof down jacket. Look for one with a removable hood.

Accessories

  • Wool or cashmere beanie cap. Or consider wool, cashmere, or fur earmuffs.
  • Sunglasses. 
  • Scarves. One chunky knit muffler, and one thin patterned style for evening.
  • Gloves. You might want to bring two pairs: a knit pair for daytime, and a leather pair for evening.
  • Opaque wool tights or leggings. Wear them with the dress and under the pants for extra warmth.
  • Boots. One casual pair lined with shearling or fleece, one dressy pair in leather or suede (with or without heels).
  • Dressy shoes. Either pumps or flats.
  • Socks. An assortment of cashmere or wool pairs.
  • Travel-sized umbrella. 

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