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How to pack for a winter weekend away

Packing for a winter holiday is no mean feat. Unlike a summer trip, where you can throw a few pairs of bathers and T-shirts in your bag and be done with it, cold weather requires a more considered approach – especially given baggage restrictions and the bulkiness of warm clothes.

As a sunseeker who rarely chooses to voluntarily travel anywhere colder than my current climate (London), I must admit I had forgotten this until I started packing for Stockholm. In an unfortunately not so uncommon blonde moment, I had booked to go to the Swedish capital for Easter, failing to realise temperatures were in the realm of minus six to two degrees. A rookie error, I found myself faced with how to keep warm for four days with only carry-on baggage.

Here’s how I managed.

It’s all about the outer and underwear

Warmer outerwear means that you can wear fewer layers and easily disrobe when you enter heated restaurants and shops, without having to strip off countless layers or sit there sweating.

Choose clothes wisely
Only take clothes that can be layered over your thermals easily and choose materials that will help to keep you warm.

Save on space when it comes to shoes

Wet or cold weather calls for sensible shoes. You shouldn’t need more than two pairs either.

Remember unlike a warm weather holiday the main part of your outfit that people will see is your coat, scarf and shoes. If you’re happy with these the rest of your outfit is largely hidden anyway. Also, even as someone who often prioritises style over practicality, there’s nothing worse than being cold and miserable – warm and happy wins every time!

Do you have any tricks for packing for cold weather?

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