Traveling This Winter? Don't Leave Without These 5 Sweaters

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Packing for a winter vacation can be quite tricky considering cold-weather clothing takes up double the space in your suitcase. We also know that packing sweaters is an absolute must, so today, we're here to tell you which sweaters are the best for traveling and why.

From the most versatile knits to the prints that scream holiday getaway, we've broken down the quintessential travel sweaters you need into five simple categories. One scroll through the variety ahead, and you'll basically be packed.

Scroll down to shop the best sweaters for traveling this winter.

neutral turtlenecks

Neutral turtlenecks are going to be your layering best friend. Whether you wear them underneath a hoodie or your favorite coat, a mini collection of versatile colors will do your winter wardrobe wonders.

winter prints

While traveling, you're clearly going to have a little fun, so opt for chunky sweaters in festive winter prints that give you all the holiday feels. 

cashmere crew neck

Whether you're looking to splurge on a great cashmere piece or are trying to snag a warm cashmere sweater on a budget, trust me when I say the comfort that any cashmere brings is worth every penny. 

fine knit

Another layering essential, fine-knit sweaters are great for a sleeker look while still keeping you warm—perfect for a nice dinner or drinks on a chilly evening during your travels.

cool cardigan

Cardigans aren't just for your grandma anymore. Wear funky ones with floral buttons, animal embroideries, or opt for a simpler hue to wear with everything in your suitcase and more. 

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"Copy (200 words): Lauren Eggertsen is currently the editorial director of Who What Where and has worked at the company for nearly seven years, where she started as an associate editor and has since worked her way up. Lauren has over 10 years of experience in the fashion editorial space, starting her career with internships at Marc Jacobs, Marie Claire, and The Zoe Report, where she was later hired as their editorial assistant. Lauren has worked in the Los Angeles and New York Who What Wear offices but currently calls L.A. home. It is here where she leads and manages Who What Wear's fashion team and oversees all day-to-day editorial content and large tentpole moments. This includes all of the runway, trend, and shopping-driven content that ultimately helps to build a strong brand reputation within the industry. Lauren's role also includes helping to set the fashion direction for all original photo shoots and often styles many of the celebrity cover shoots, including big names like Sydney Sweeney, Lindsay Lohan, and Megan Fox. 


She has also attended multiple fashion weeks, including New York, London, and Milan, where her personal style has been featured on sites such as Elle.com, HarpersBazaar.com, and Vogue.co.uk. She prides herself on discovering and supporting small brands and on her knack for a good vintage shopping find. When she isn't working, she enjoys researching and dining at reputable restaurants around both her neighborhood and the globe.