Drop the excess baggage

Whether heading to visit family for the holidays or to a resort for a weekend getaway, it’s good to keep your luggage light. It’s easy for a bag of cold-weather apparel to weigh you down, so the ideal winter travel wardrobe should include stylish but durable clothing that repels stains, packs well and that you can mix and match easily.

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One tip for travelling light is to look for items that wash well and dry quickly in case you get caught in the rain or spill something on your favourite shirt. As well, choose wrinkle-resistant items for travelling. They make packing easy, and unpacking a joy, because ironing is never needed. Fabrics that pack well are a staple of Columbia’s travel collection, which features versatile styles that coordinate with a variety of pieces. The women’s Global Tour cargo pants have Omni-Shield™ advanced repellency, as well as Omni-Shade™ UPF30 protection. Omni-Shield repels stains and spills, and the classic styling coordinates with everything. The elastane stretch canvas holds their flattering shape even after a full day of sight-seeing. As well, the women’s Quilt Essential Microfleece features classic styling, and is easily dressed up for a casual evening out or dressed down for a leisurely daylong hike. With Omni-Shield protection, rain and stains will roll right off your back. Stylish clothing that’s made of wrinkle and stain resistant fabrics mean that when you’re on a getaway, you’ll always be prepared and in style.

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