Style & Beauty: From Warm To Winter Travel & Outfit Ideas

I'm about to travel to New Zealand, which at this time of year is supposedly the coldest. The last time I experienced very cold weather was years ago when I was abroad. I can remember 10 degrees Celsius would be like being inside a fridge, while anywhere below that felt like being in a freezer. I knew a cardigan and a coat wouldn't be enough.

The Question

How do I keep warm without looking like a massive snowball? What about the stop-over place that still has warm weather?

The Solution

I'd have 4 layers of clothing, the first being a camisole that fits like second skin to prevent bulking. The second layer would still be very delicate/thin, but definitely with long sleeves for warmth. The third layer would be some type of long-sleeved cardigan, but this time thicker, like a knitted top. The final, outermost layer would be any winter coat/jacket.

For leg wear, I'd wear leggings first and then pants that are stretchable or easy to move around with - yes, two pieces of leg wear. I'd pair these with ankle boots. Use accessories like gloves, hats and scarves to create a unique look. I got this idea to pair neutral-colored clothing with pastel-colored accessories for easy mix-and-matching while on the go.

Transit From Warm To Winter

I'll be stopping by Hong Kong, which at this time of month is going to be fairly warm. I don't want to look odd so I'd keep the outer layers in my hand-carry bag. By the way, this is why I chose ankle boots: longer ones will just be too warm in this scenario.

This is just my idea of keeping warm without looking bulky and making the transition easy. What are your ideas of keeping cozy, especially when traveling from a warmer place?