My friend went to Seoul with her family last December. It was a long preparation for her because she had to find winter jackets, gloves, bonnets, boots, and other winter paraphernalia for her husband and two kids. It is quite a challenge for her because we live in a tropical country so there is really dearth of winter clothing. Moreover, buying brand new is quite expensive and the choices limited. Sometimes, it is better to buy winter clothes in the country where you are going because these are more suited to their climate and there are more styles to choose from. But of course, you can’t just arrive in a country with winter season without being prepared beforehand. Preparations really depend on your length of stay. If you’re staying there for a month or more, then just bring a few suitable clothes then just buy when you get there. But if it’s just for a short stay, then just buy is suitable but affordable too.


