I'm a Floridian Who's Never Had a 'Real' Winter-so I Always Pack These 13 Items When I Go Somewhere Cold

"Winter is here, and it's time to bundle up. As a native Floridian, I don't have a ton of experience with cold temperatures and snow-when I'm at home, you can find me in sundresses all year long. But as a travel writer, I'm often on assignment in places with chilly climates, so in the last few years, I've curated what I like to call my "perfect" winter capsule wardrobe."

"The Uniqlo HeatTech long-sleeve shirts are my absolute holy grails when it comes to winter essentials. I have one in black and one in pink that work perfectly in my winter capsule wardrobe as a base layer. They are so thin and soft, but somehow keep me super warm-I don't understand the magic behind them, but I've had them for years, wash them regularly, and haven't had to replace them yet,"

Thirteen essential pieces create a winter capsule wardrobe prioritized for warmth, packability, and style across varied cold climates. Core components include thin insulating base layers like Uniqlo HeatTech long-sleeve shirts, weather- and wind-resistant outerwear with detachable hoods, and alternative bottoms such as a puffer skirt. The capsule emphasizes mix-and-match versatility by choosing roughly three coordinating colors and adding occasional pops of color to multiply outfit options. The selection favors durable, affordable items suitable for frequent travel, with recommended pieces available from retailers such as Amazon and Uniqlo starting at $15.

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