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how to prepare for winter, snow, and cold weather?
I always lived in the south until now. I am in a northern state now that gets A LOT of snow during the winter months. I think the most snow I have EVER seen was like 2 inches? I think last year this state got something like 100 inches at one time? Wow, huge difference, right?
Well, I know it's going to be a lot colder here but I KNOW that I won't really understand that until it's in the middle of winter probably. I want to be prepared though because I don't want to end up freezing all of the time and unhappy.
What are some ways to prepare for winter? Get a heavy jacket? What would I look for then? Should I get snow boots? Should I get gloves and stuff or would I be okay without? How do I keep my house warm on the cheap? I really am lost...what do I need for winter? :\
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Hey! I live in NY, ughh i hate the winter sooo much i wish i could move south or west!
You deffinately want a winter jacket, its gunna be like less then 30 degrese in the winter up around here it sucks. ahah, and i heard this winter is gunna be a reallly cold one sooo i need to stock up on warm stuff also :/
gloves are a reallly good idea, like the poster below me said, once you step outside for a couple minutes and its five below, you'll regret it.
I suggest a down jacket by north face - those are reallly good. dont get it to be too tight because youll want to wear a sweater under it. i love the sweaters by north face, their pretty legit haha. i actually got through 1/2 the winter by wearing just a sweater by north face [Link](Mouse over link to see full location)
and the other half i got by with wearing just a pea coat from abercrombie and fitch. :)
i really suggest uggs for the winter. their reallllly warm they like saved my life. i have about three pairs. laced up ones and talls and mediums. you def. want water proof boots if your going to have to shovel/plow your driveway.
for heating efficency- i dont really know, im pretty young so my parents take care of that. just sleep with alot of blankets and turn your heat down at night! thats what my parents do it saves a ton.
good luck! and happy winter lol :)
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Seeing as I'm from Massachusetts, I know a thing or two about snow.
Yes, you're going to want a winter jacket. Assuming you're not allergic, I recommend either down-lined, wool, Thinsulate-lined, or a combination of all three. You can get coats anywhere in states that HAVE winter, haha. I love Delia's coats, but if that's not your age range/style, look to places like L.L. Bean, Land's End, Dick's, or any department store.
You'll also want layers to wear under your jacket and when your jacket is removed (so don't get a coat that barely fits you, you'll want some room for clothes underneath). Fake fur lined, or those thick fuzzy ones, are lifesavers. You can get them relatively cheap at Aeropostale and Pacsun- 35-50 dollars. And you'll get your money's worth. Trust me.
You'll absolutely want gloves. If you think you won't need them, go outside for thirty seconds when it drops to five below and you'll regret it. Hats aren't as important as gloves if you're wearing something with a hood, but if you realize you have a tendency to be colder, pick up a cheap one at Walmart or Target. I just started wearing scarves last winter, so I can tell you they aren't necessary, but they're cuter than zipping your coat up to your nose.
You'll want some kind of boot. If you'll be shoveling snow, get a waterproof boot that's lined. They aren't usually fashionable, but you'll need them for snow removal. I recommend getting at least one pair of cute boots that you love, because when there's a foot of snow on the ground you do NOT want to be wearing sneakers.
You can find tons of advice on lowering heating bills by doing a simple Google search, and there's lots of offers out there for tax rebates, energy discounts, and the like. Check with your utility NOW- they often have discounted rates if you prepay, use a certain method (natural gas, electric, etc). Do some research relevant to your area.
A lot of things people don't do are just common sense. Close doors of rooms you don't want to heat. Seal up windows to avoid leaks. Hang a blanket from the top of a doorway to an attic or second floor if it's practical to do so. Stuff a towel under the basement door to fill that gap. Lower the thermostat by a degree, wear an extra layer, and invest in a space heater or two. BUT BE SAFE WITH THEM. Use them only when you're awake (use a timer, too, if there's a chance you'll fall asleep) and get one that shuts off if it falls over or overheats.
Oh, and be careful driving too. Black ice is a bitch. And it takes awhile to get used to driving in the snow, so drive on less busy roads and in parking lots after the first snowfall to get the hang of it.
Inbox me if you want to know anything else =)
-LM
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