![]() ![]() ![]() Fur trim (whether real or faux) isn’t just for fashion - it actually helps to hold in warmer air around your face. If you have a choice, go for a coat with a hood and a high down collar that zips up to your nose.You can find ultra-light puffers that are crushable and easy to pack for travel, as well as affordable. Wool coats aren’t sufficient for a Chicago winter, and you’ll absolutely need the heat-trapping properties of a down coat if you want to spend more than ten minutes outside. Down Jacket / Puffer Coat: Even if you really don’t like the idea of a bulky coat, you shouldn’t skip out on this one.It helps trap warmth inside your coat, and is nice to have when you move indoors and take your coat off, but temps are still chilly. Fleece Layer: A cozy fleece layer is perfect for wearing on top of your thermals and regular shirt.For your top half, we recommend thermal shirts of the sleeveless variety, because they provide core warmth without causing you to overheat if you’re doing a lot of walking (or ice skating). Base Layers: It’s hard to find a pair of pants warm enough to protect you from icy wind chill, so you’ll almost certainly need to invest in thermal undergarments.Visiting Chicago in December also means you’ll need to prepare for the blustery winters that Chicago is famous for! Not to worry all you need to do is layer like a Chicago native, and you’ll be strolling down Michigan Avenue on a 14-degree day like it’s nothing: Staying Warm During a Winter Visit to Chicago Chicago has more than one option for ice skating right in the heart of downtown, including McCormack Tribune Plaza and the Maggie Daley Skating Ribbon in Millennium Park, and Warren Ice Rink in West Ridge on the city’s north side. ![]() Make the most of a beautiful snowy day by with some athletic activities on ice. The City of Chicago Christmas Tree gets its lights on November 22, and you can stop by Millenium Park to see the 35-foot-tall spruce till January 6. Get a taste of old-fashioned Christmas tradition with events like the Christkindlmarket German Market, and Christmas Around the World at the Museum of Science and Industry. Christmas Traditions from Around the World ![]()
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