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What to Wear in Alaska in Winter ❄️
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items After traveling to Fairbanks last season, these are the must-haves I packed to stay sufficiently bundled. Alaskan winters are some of the harshest, reaching lows of -40°F. Even when facing frigid temps, it's worth braving the cold for bucket list experiences only this state can offer—from ...
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Find the full style guide here: https://www.destination195.com/destinations/what-to-wear-in-alaska-in-winter
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Alaska Winter Layers
Alaska Winter Accessories
Alaska Winter Layers
Layering is the most important thing you can do to stay warm when considering how to dress in Alaska in winter, but make sure they aren’t too tight—a small base layer should go under a medium sweater. Tight-fitting layers restrict your blood flow and...
wool hiking socks ensure your feet stay dry, unlike cotton which loses its ability to keep you warm when wet. 1-2 pairs are ideal depending on the temperature; if it's colder than 15°F go for 2 assuming your socks layer well, otherwise one good pair of thick socks is better than squeezing a second on top of the first. avoid restric...
Warm Winter Thermal Thick Socks for Cold Weather
for extended outdoor excursions like dog sledding or chasing the northern lights, moisture-wicking cotton-acrylic bama sokkets are recommended on top of a pair of socks. they absorb all excess moisture inside your boot and keep your feet incredibly w...
Bama Sokkets
base layers including a long sleeve top and legging bottoms are the first layers that sit next to your skin, so they need to be warm and wicking. as with the socks, no cotton—merino wool is best but expensive, so synthetic fleece polyester blends mad...
Fleece-Lined Long Johns Thermal Underwear
an insulating mid layer retains body heat by trapping air. air between layers is crucial, as tight layers compress insulation and reduce its effectiveness. ensure your mid layer fit overs your base, with these pants possibly a size or two larger than...
Women's Polar Fleece Joggers Thermal Sweatpants
as with the mid layer joggers, sizing up is a good idea for this mid layer top. depending on the activities you've booked, the built-in neck gaiter and hood are extremely helpful for keeping your head warm as the only face covering you'll likely have...
Fleece Running Pullover Winter Thermal Sweatshirt
your outer layer should be insulating, windproof, and water resistant. last season's bo and tee quilted ski jacket checked all those boxes for me, but this new rendition seems to be even more functional with detachable sleeves to create a vest in the...
Bo and Tee Ski Jacket with Detachable Sleeves in Black
the same guidance applies to your outer layer bottoms—insulating, windproof, and waterproof—which you don't want to be too slim since you need to fit your base and mid layers comfortably underneath while still being able to move around without any re...
Arctix Women's Snow Sports Insulated Cargo Pants
a full coverage sports bra with thicker shoulder straps made from wool or synthetic materials is the starting point to staying warm from your innermost to outermost layer. this seamless option ensures you'll be totally unrestricted and can move aroun...
Wirefree Full Coverage Seamless Bra
Alaska Winter Accessories
Pack the right coverings for your extremities to keep all the heat you've been generating from escaping. Practicality is more important than style when staying warm, but that doesn't mean you can't find fashionable and functional Alaska accessories.
if you don't buy a mid layer top with a built-in neck gaiter, it's a good idea to have one on hand to protect your face from the biting cold and snow gusts—especially if you plan to spend extended time outdoors.
Neck Gaiter Face Cover Scarf
a cute pom pom beanie isn't the most practical when it comes time to wear a ski helmet or hood, so for outdoor excursions this fleece-lined lambswool option works best for layering. avoid ear muffs or headbands that don't cover the top of your hair, ...
Turtle Fur Damon Lambswool Winter Hat
i'm team mittens when it comes to the gloves vs. mitten debate, assuming you're not participating in a winter sport like skiing where frequent contact with snow is expected. the most important characteristics are being windproof and very warm which t...
100% Austrian Boiled Wool Alpine Mittens
if you plan to frolic in the snow waterproof hand coverings are essential, and when skiing i find gloves much better at handling poles. the touchscreen fingertips make this pair particularly neat in that you can use your phone while wearing them, and...
-20℉ Windproof Waterproof Ski Gloves
an acne studios knockoff, this checkered blanket scarf is ideal for completely covering your neck with a thick, warm wrap. can be worn in a variety of styles but is certainly long enough to configure however you desire—this has been my staple scarf s...
Winter Big Colorful Checked Thick Warm Soft Scarf
a slightly thinner option you can use as a blanket on the plane, this travel scarf also found its way into my alaska carry-on for instances where i was seeking a more compact option to wrap around any exposed skin.
Travel Scarf, Wrap and Shawl for Women