3 Quick Winter Getaways, And What To Wear When You Go
After a very slow start, winter has finally arrived in Chicago, officially marking the countdown to a city-wide cold-weather burnout. If you're dying to get out of Dodge, but don't want to deal with airport security, you've come to the right place. We've planned three super-easy getaways — from sleek museums to stylish ski spots — that happen to be within driving distance but will feel worlds away. And what to wear? We took care of that, too (naturally). So, grab your credit card and fill up your gas tank — we promise you can enjoy a badass break without using a single vacation day. No excuses — it's not like you have to worry about what to pack.
Hit The Slopes In Alpine Valley
Who says the Midwest is too flat for any snowy fun? Channel your inner ski bunny at this Wisconsin resort located just two hours away from the city. So what if you’ve never skied or snowboarded! It’s the perfect excuse to invest in some weather-proof threads that will make sure you look hot whether you end up holding down the slalom or getting bandaged up by ski patrol.
JBNY Glossy Down Parka, $197, available at Nordstrom. L.L.Bean Shearling 10” boot, $159, available at L.L. Bean. Topshop Hamper Check Shirt, $56, available at Topshop. Jack Spade Air Quote Mittens, $61.75, available at Jack Spade. Kate Spade Head in the Clouds Ski cap, $42, available at Kate Spade.
Hit The Slopes In Alpine Valley
Who says the Midwest is too flat for any snowy fun? Channel your inner ski bunny at this Wisconsin resort located just two hours away from the city. So what if you’ve never skied or snowboarded! It’s the perfect excuse to invest in some weather-proof threads that will make sure you look hot whether you end up holding down the slalom or getting bandaged up by ski patrol.
JBNY Glossy Down Parka, $197, available at Nordstrom. L.L.Bean Shearling 10” boot, $159, available at L.L. Bean. Topshop Hamper Check Shirt, $56, available at Topshop. Jack Spade Air Quote Mittens, $61.75, available at Jack Spade. Kate Spade Head in the Clouds Ski cap, $42, available at Kate Spade.
