Europe in the Winter can be a great time to travel, there are far less crowds than in peak times and you really get the Christmas spirit if you travel during November and December. But traveling during the coldest time of year can prove difficult for packing, especially packing only carry-ons like we do when we travel.
Some tips for packing for Winter climates in a carry-on to still make sure and have different outfits and a variety in what you wear:
-Choose 1 great coat for the trip and style it differently each day while there with different scarves and pants. Wear this coat on the flight, so it doesn’t take up space in your suitcase.
-Bring multiple scarves to change up your outfits. I chose an assortment in different colors to keep me from getting bored.
-Pack warm shoes. I brought 3 pairs: 1 pair of tall boots, 1 pair of Converse low tops and 1 pair of low suede booties.
-Pack gloves. I brought 3 pairs so I didn’t get bored and I could pick daily which ones went best with my outfit.
-Pack 1 pair of denim and then another “special” pair of pants. I chose a pair of green denim to brighten up my outfits when I got tired of my dark denim.
-Leave room for souvenirs. I bought a few things while on our trip, so I made sure to leave room in my suitcase for a few items that I knew we’d probably end up bringing back with us.
What I Wore:
Outfit Details:
Green Jeans (similar) | Navy Toggle Coat | Mittens (similar) | Lumix Camera | Scarf | Turtle Neck Sweater |
Dooney and Bourke Cross Body Purse | Tan Boots
Outfit Details:
Madewell Dark Denim | Navy Toggle Coat | Gloves | Lumix Camera |Navy Scarf (similar) | Turtle Neck Sweater |
Dooney and Bourke Cross Body Purse | White Converse Low Tops
Outfit Details:
Green Jeans (similar) | Navy Toggle Coat | Gloves | Lumix Camera |Navy Scarf | Turtle Neck Sweater |
Dooney and Bourke Cross Body Purse | Ear Muffs | Black Rubber Boots (similar)
Outfit Details:
Madewell Dark Denim | Navy Toggle Coat | Black Leather Gloves (similar) | Lumix Camera | Pink Burberry Scarf (similar pattern) | Dooney and Bourke Cross Body Purse | Tan Boots | Ear Muffs
Kelly says
That coat is great, I love the toggles!
xx Kelly
Sparkles and Shoes
Casey Martin says
It’s so warm too!!!
Jenn @ A Country Girl's World says
Great tips! I traveled with only a carry on to Chicago and it definitely lessened the hassle, so I want to do it again on most of my trips!
Casey Martin says
It really does make everything easier to do just carry on and it’s easily doable for a week-10 day trip!
Kiki says
I love those booties so cute! Packing is never easy but these are some great tips thanks for sharing!
Casey Martin says
Those booties I got for $29 in the Fall and they were so perfect for this trip! 🙂
Quyen Nguyen says
Looks so warm! I wouldn’t be able to survive without a beanie or hat though! 🙂
Casey Martin says
I wore my earmuffs a lot on this trip… which I prefer over a hat for me! It was definitely cold but I stayed pretty warm all bundled!
Kathleen Walpole says
Mittens and scarves are my survival tools when it comes to traveling in winter!
-Katie
wanderingwalpole.com
Casey Martin says
Totally! I can’t survive without gloves and scarves!!!
Tracy says
I love the earmuffs! I am considering buying a pair. I also definitely travel with a few scarves. They come in handy on a chilly plane or to wrap up fragile souvenirs at the end of the trip.
Casey Martin says
I love my earmuffs!!! I bought them for Iceland last year but they’ve actually come in really handy for a lot of things since then! And you’re so right, scarves can serve so many purposes!
Melissa Williscroft says
I’m totally inspired to buy earmuffs now!
Casey Martin says
You totally should! I got mine on Asos and they were pretty cheap and I wear them all the time!
LindzG says
I’ve been trying to decide which coat and boots to pack. I’ve been told to pack for cold and damp. I have coat similar to yours, but I know if it rains (which I’ve been told to expect) I think it will get soaked! I’m heading to England and Scotland next week, what would you recommend? Were you happy with your coat?
Casey Martin says
We were in England in Scotland in November (where all these photos were taken) and this coat was perfect for me while there as it is so warm, but it didn’t rain at all while we were there so I’m not sure about that. I would suggest taking a lighter rain coat and a bigger heavy coat like mine to cover both types of weather. And definitely a pair of wellies as the UK can be really wet!!!!