Men's winter minimalist wardrobe suggestion?

[u/zanskar99]

Here in London for an year, I am prone to cold weather, I would like your suggestions about the minimalist wardrobe for the winter season here including jackets, thermals or whatever. Thank you so much in advance!

[u/hspkb]

It really depends on your personal style, and definition of minimalism, but you can't go far wrong with merino wool for thermal/base layers.

[u/zanskar99 → u/hspkb]

Thanks a lot. I am looking for more casual styles. Here for a shorter duration so don't want to shell out a lot of money too. Do you have any decent brand recommendations for base layers?

[u/hspkb → u/zanskar99]

I've heard good things about smartwool. I've been wearing mountain warehouse merino/poly blend for years, they were cheap and do the job.

[u/zanskar99 → u/hspkb]

Great! Thank you so much for sharing

[u/pocket_materialist → u/hspkb]

I have a full set of smartwool all season full merino base layer. It's very very good and comfortable. But it's not cheap. For that you must look at Decathlon. They have the mt500 line base layers. Really good for the price. I find the smartwool's just a little bit warmer and softer.

[u/Queen-of-meme]

• 2 Long John's and 5 regular boxers

• 7 pairs Thicker socks

• 2 types of cardigans

• 2 hoodies

• Water resistant shoes

• 4 Warm T-shirts (unless you're not easily cold)

• 2 thinner Sweaters

• 1 warn knitted sweater

• 3 pairs Regular Jeans that fits long John's under

• 1 pair thick jeans

• 2 saggy pants / sweat pants

It depends how often you plan to laundry too. This works for laundering once or every second week.

[u/zanskar99 → u/Queen-of-meme]

Thanks a lot for such a comprehensive guide. Any brand recommendations for jeans & sweaters?

[u/Formal-Tonight6557]

Pants, medium coat, skull cap. Done