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Traveling Off Season in Italy: What to Wear
If you’re considering travelling to Rome in winter, the good news is that it’s an amazing time of the year to come. Even though the best time to visit is from April to July, there are lots of reasons to travel in Rome this winter, from fewer crowds to lower accommodation costs. Besides that, the closer it gets to Christmas and New Year’s Eve, the more festive it feels: the Christmas lights in Rome are astonishing and the shops and streets are bustling.
Ever wondered how to pack for a city break in Rome? When it comes to clothes, Italians have a sophisticated, yet simple and effortless style.
Pack your layers and remember the winter dress code: boots, a warm wool coat, leather gloves and of course a stylish, warm scarf. Keep in mind to wear what makes you most comfortable.
Here are some detailed packing suggestions, to avoid looking like an obvious tourist:
In winter most men and women own some type of pea-coat that is usually a shade of grey and black.
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You can complete your pea coat with a colorful scarf – vibrant colored scarves are essential in Italy to bring in more color to your outfit. Because neutral colors are so popular during winter months, you can use a scarf with confidence to add a pop of color somewhere.
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You can’t travel without jeans, right? Pick a pair of jeans because they will keep you warm. You can also wear thermals or leggings underneath if you need an extra layer. Look for that pair of jeans that can be dressed up too.
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Invest in a pair of leather boots as they will keep you warm and are more comfortable to walk in during winter. Leather boots with a heel that is wider and less than two inches tall is ideal.
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Last, but not least, choose a large handbag for your trip, a handbag that big that can hold as much as a small backpack: a DSLR camera, a wallet, a pair of sunglasses, a pair of gloves and some other small essentials.
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