Wool, layers, waterproof shoes — winter Italy is beautiful but demands a real coat.
Plan your Italy trip →Outerwear: 1 warm coat (wool, puffer, or insulated), 1 lighter jacket for indoor transitions. Tops (5-6): 2 merino/thermal base layers, 2-3 sweaters, 1 nice top for dinners. Bottoms (3): 2 warm trousers (wool blend or heavy cotton), 1 jeans. Shoes (2): 1 waterproof walking boot/shoe (essential), 1 dressier shoe for dinners. Accessories: Wool scarf, warm hat, gloves, umbrella.
A merino wool base layer (T-shirt or long-sleeve) is winter Italy's secret weapon. It's warm, moisture-wicking, odor-resistant, and thin enough to layer under sweaters and jackets. Two merino tops in rotation, hand-washed every 2-3 days, replace 5-6 cotton T-shirts. Icebreaker, Smartwool, or Uniqlo Heattech are reliable brands.
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