These Lightweight Layers Make Packing for a Winter Trip Easy
Cotopaxi Fuego Down Jacket
This ultra lightweight jacket packs down to almost nothing — you'll barely even know it's there. With a water-resistant exterior, this is the perfect under-shell layer that will keep you warm exactly where and when you need it. To buy: cotopaxi.com, $230. Or, on amazon.com.
Kari Traa Tikse Baselayer Top
Incredibly soft and stylish, this 100-percent merino wool base layer will keep you warm and dry. The highly breathable fabric is naturally odor resistant and has a four-way stretch for extra comfort.
To buy: amazon.com, $75
For extra warmth, try the Kari Traa Svala. To buy: amazon.com, $80
Kari Traa Tikse Baselayer Pants
Incredibly soft and stylish, this 100 percent merino wool base layer will keep you warm and dry. The highly breathable fabric is naturally odor resistant and has a 4-way stretch for extra comfort.
To buy: amazon.com, $75
Eddie Bauer Expedition Flannel
This moisture-wicking flannel gives you warmth, style and comfort. Wear it on a hike, or with jeans to lunch. The loose fit and subtle stretch will keep you comfortable all day long.
To buy: eddiebauer.com, $80
Adidas Terrex Waterproof Boot
These are the lightest winter boots you'll ever find. Completely waterproof and versatile, these boots will bring you anywhere you need to go.
To buy: nordstrom.com, $130
Passport Blazer
Made of a blend of merino wool and cashmere, this matches-anything blazer will keep you warm without the bulk.
To buy: frenchitalian.com, $875
Free Country Fervent Windshear Jacket
With an ultra soft fleece lining, this jacket pairs well under a waterproof shell for extra insulation or works alone.
To buy: freecountry.com, $80
Eddie Bauer EverTherm Down Jacket
This new jacket features down sheets over traditional down clusters giving it maximum warmth without the bulk or quilting usually found in even lightweight down jackets.
To buy: eddiebauer.com, $279
Women's Finesse Reversible Jacket
Layers that pull double duty are key when packing light. This reversible jacket will protect you from the elements on one side and give you a stylish edge on the other for aprés ski or fireside fun.
To buy: freecountry.com. $48 (originally $90)
Patagonia Hestra Powder Gloves
These waterproof gloves seal in the heat and keep out the cold and wind.
To buy: dickssportinggoods.com, $95
The North Face Purist Triclimate Jacket
Like its name suggests, this breathable, lightweight shell has options. Use over other mid-layers to keep out water and arctic winds, and customize for extra warmth with its removable insulation.
To buy: thenorthface.com, $549
The North Face Purist Pants
These pants weigh in at a staggering 22.93 oz. and feature jacket integration, which means the snow stays out and the warmth stays in.
To buy: thenorthface.com, $449
Patagonia Hestra Powder Mitts
For the mitten-lovers out there, these will keep you warm and dry all trip long.
To buy: dickssportinggoods.com, $95
Outdoor Voices Spalwart Marathon Trail Sneakers
Inspired by 1950s athletics, these trail shoes are so light you'll feel like you're practically barefoot. Each pair is made from vintage shoe molds and finished by hand. Wear them on the trail, to the airport, or walking around town.
To buy: outdoorvoices.com, $290
Free Country Softshell Ski Pants
These soft shell pants are thin enough to fit in your suitcase but lined to keep you warm.
To buy: freecountry.com, $70 (originally $125)
Merrell Chateau Waterproof Boots
For their size, these boots are surprisingly light, but what really makes these a must pack is their ability to keep you dry and warm in the snow and also pair well with a sweater and jeans for dinner.
To buy: merrell.com, $250
Nau Randygoat Stretch Tights
These fleece-lined leggings are uber cozy. Perfect for hanging around the lounge, wearing on the plane, or as an extra layer of warmth under your snow pants.
To buy: ebags.com, $115
Eddie Bauer Lightweight Freedry Long Sleeve Crew
This long sleeve was made to be versatile. With a merino wool and performance polyester blend it keeps you dry, warm, and odor free — meaning you only need one of these in your suitcase.
To buy: eddiebauer.com, $60
M.Patmos Travel Wrap
A cashmere wrap should be on any traveler's must-pack list. It's warm, thin, and versatile. Wear it as a blanket on the plane, a scarf on the slopes, or as a shawl to dinner.
To buy: frenchitalian.com, $398
REI Lightweight Base Layer Half Zip Top
This thin, half zip top is the perfect base layer for those not-too-cold days on the mountain. Made with a soft polyester fabric, this top is moisture-wicking, quick-drying and has technology to stay odor free.
To buy: rei.com, $40
REI Lightweight Base Layer Tights
The bottom counterpart to the above, these lightweight tights are the perfect base layer — you'll barely feel them under your clothing. Made with a soft polyester fabric, these tights are moisture-wicking, quick-drying, and they'll stay odor-free.
To buy: rei.com, $35
Forget chunky sweaters and over-stuffed jackets, these layers will keep you warm and fit in your carry-on.