
Going somewhere cold for your annual family holiday? Then it’s time to trade your T-shirt, shorts and slippers for some winter wear. When travelling to a colder climate, it’s essential to check the temperature before going. It’s also important to layer so that you keep yourself warm outdoors, yet are still able to peel off extra layers in restaurants and indoor areas where there is heating.
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Material:Â Check what the item is made of before you buy. Natural fibres like wool, cashmere and down will keep you warmer than synthetic ones like polyester and acrylic.
Layering: Put together ensembles that enable you to add or remove multiple layers as you see fit. That means that instead of just relying on a coat to keep you warm, you’ll also want to put a cardigan underneath it, and perhaps two to three layers beneath that.
What to cover: We tend to focus on the jacket to keep our torso area warm, but neglect the head, neck and hands. Keeping these areas wrapped up with a beanie or hat, scarf and gloves will ensure you can stay toasty for longer periods of time.
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A Simple Guide On What To Wear:
15 to 20 degrees: Sweater or hoodie.
10 to 15 degrees: Trench coat, wool blend coat, light puffy jacket or leather jacket; cardigan or sweater for layering; scarf.
0 to 10 degrees: Wool coat or puffy down jacket; cardigan or sweater for layering; scarf; beanie; gloves or mittens; thermals; boots.
Below 0 degrees: Same as previous, but add more layers. Thermals and boots are essential.
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Text: MoneySmart