so here is ann and dabney's advice for the first-year college student who's never experienced a real winter in the northeast: take a tiered approach to the coldest time of year.
first, the all-important jacket - not too light, not too heavy. that kicks in right about now, october. pants and closed-toe shoes SHOULD GO WITHOUT SAYING.
as the degrees drop, and when you are ready, perhaps add a scarf.
when mid-november hits, upgrade to a slightly warmer coat. you can get one that's still stylish yet practical. gloves, or in dabney's case, wrist warmers, then join the repetoire.
when it is finally and undeniably cold, and the nor'easters come raging, then chuck your dignity at the door. pile on anything you can get your hands on. out come the silk long underwear, the ski pants, and the gore-tex boots. then ride it out 'til spring.
if you don't believe ann and dabney, take it from feidler. he knows a good scarf when he sees one.
good luck and stay warm.
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Where was this guide during my first semester of college in Massachusetts!?
I still remember what I wore to my first class (Pandiri's Greek Mythology course): a purple gingham babydoll dress, white waffle long john bottoms with little yellow flowers, and Teva sandals. Identity/fashion crisis much?
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