Switching the wardrobe to spring without packing everything away
Short answer: Keep the thin layers out and pack away only the thickest things. Spring is the season when you use the most layers on the same day.
Spring needs more layers than winter
A spring day can go from five to fifteen degrees between morning and afternoon, and it swings even more once the sun disappears behind a cloud. Three thin layers handle that, a thick jacket does not. See bamboo clothing for women .
Pack away only what you do not use
The thickest jumpers and winter jackets can be packed away right away, since they will not be needed again until autumn. Everything else keeps being worn through spring in rotation. See bamboo t shirt for women .
Wash before you pack it away
Wash everything before it gets packed away, otherwise residue attracts moths over the summer and leaves yellow stains you discover too late. A clean garment keeps better in a box. See bamboo sweatshirt for women .
Sort while you are already at it
Use packing away winter clothes as a chance to see what you actually wore over the winter. What you never touched can happily go on to someone else. That makes the wardrobe easier to manage come autumn.
Layers that combine well
Choose thin pieces that can be worn on top of each other without getting too warm. A thin layer under a light jumper gives you the freedom to take something off as the temperature rises through the day.
Colours that go together
When only a few pieces are kept out, it pays to choose colours that work together. That way you can mix the thin layers freely without thinking it through every single morning.
Store winter clothes properly
Put the washed winter clothes in a closed box or bag so they are protected from dust and pests. Label the box so you can find it quickly again once the temperature drops in autumn.
Keep one extra layer ready for cool evenings
Even when the day is warm, the evening can still call for an extra layer. Keep one thin jumper or sweatshirt out so you do not get cold walking home late on a spring evening.
Make space in the wardrobe gradually
Switch the wardrobe over a couple of days instead of doing it all in one evening. That way you have time to wash and sort properly without rushing through it under stress.
Keep track of where things end up
Once winter clothes are packed away, it is easy to forget where they are once autumn comes around. Pick the same spot every year, so it becomes a routine you never have to think about.
Frequently asked questions
When should you switch to a spring wardrobe?
When the night temperature stays above five degrees. That is typically in April in Denmark, though it can vary from year to year.
What should be packed away in spring?
The thickest jumpers, winter jackets and thick socks. Everything else keeps being used through spring, often in several layers on the same day.
Should clothes be washed before being packed away?
Yes, always. Invisible residue attracts moths and turns into yellow stains that are hard to remove later on.
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