How to Pack Clothing for Winter So That to Keep You Warm

I have commented several times that my biggest challenge when it comes to packing is to prepare my suitcase for cold. My techniques to effectively pack a carry on only seem to work for temperate climates. These days I will leave my sunny Miami to head towards possible freezing temperatures and I do not want to have to check my suitcase. It is my challenge for this occasion.

As I mentioned earlier, it is very likely that I will be heading towards freezing temperatures - not counting the wind factor. Although, who knows, he could suddenly face an unusual warm-up in Canada (unlikely in February). A good hat or breathable cap may be the key to not freezing in transit, say from the lobby to the taxi to the restaurant, instead of loading the 20 layers, padded coat and three scarves.

To keep my head from freezing, I use what I call an ear gear, or ear blanket, which good friends from Quebec gave me when I went to the Winter Carnival. Of cold they do know. The fleece material covers the front and back of the neck, my coat has hood, so the top of my head is also protected.

My overall footwear poses a challenge because I'm practically girl-sized with fox fur boots. But over time I have managed to get snow boots and possible ice that I can find. Unfortunately having the right footwear requires space and size. My personal tip is to wear this garment on the plane, even though in Miami it is 80 degrees, my snow boots are mounted with me to save space in my carry on.

The era of wool gloves passed. Ideal gloves should be warm, waterproof and lightweight, so they take up little space in your bundles and much less in your pockets when you have to remove them. These tips are ones I have to adopt. Although it will not even occur to me to make snowballs, gloves like these are worthy of consideration. Although my rabbit fur gloves Mr. Backpack gift are sensational.