a. A black overcoat - It is so important to have a good black overcoat when traveling during winter (or even summer for that matter in London!). You never know when the weather could turn, and an overcoat allows you to have several layers underneath including jumpers and thermals if required!

b. A lightweight jacket – A lightweight and stylish yet relatively warm jacket. Typically this can also be a blazer and can form one of your layers under your overcoat. If you take your coat off indoors at least you can still be wearing something nice to take photos in!

c. A white tee – Tees are so important when traveling! They are just so comfortable and you can wear thermals underneath your tees to stay extra warm. They are also easy to match with other items you pack. Personally, I always bring at least one in white, black and grey.

 d. A thin lightweight scarf – I used to bring thick scarves for traveling during winter but that was the biggest mistake. Whenever you go indoors, say a shopping centre for example *wink* you have to hold onto your scarf and it keeps falling everywhere. With a thin scarf you can just put it in your pocket or in your bag and in my opinion they can be equally warm without the bulk.

e. A comfortable pair of black jeans /leggings – Black black black!! The most versatile color for a pair of jeans! They can do casual but also typically look dressier than blue jeans. You can also get away with food stains which is handy as you may not always have laundry facilities!

f. A shoulder bag with a zip (and here) – Do not go traveling anywhere without a zip on your bag. You would be the easiest target. I used to travel a lot with the Long Champ Le Piliage bag but it just does not look that great. It is also quite thin so if you are targeted by thieves it is too easy to cut through. Nowadays I bring a light leather bag with a zip and one where I won’t feel terribly upset if stained hence a darker color is great.

g. Comfortable low heeled ankle booties (and here) – Saving the best for last – these are just the best thing ever invented. Comfortable, easy to walk in, stylish and goes with almost anything you pack – shorts, skirts, pants, dresses, ANYTHING!

 Elle