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If you’re still on the Internet four days before Christmas and still have shopping left to do, we’d normally tell you to get off your booty and get to the mall. Or at least get back to your online shopping. But in this case, we’ll let you procrastinate a little while longer so that we can help make your marathon Christmas shopping trip a little less upsetting.
Because the last thing you need to worry about as you elbow your way through the madness is a wedgie, blisters from your boots, or a coat that’s too bulky for your shopping bags, consider our tips for dressing comfortably, without going the Juicy track suit route.
- Wear comfy shoes: We’ve been in love with Minnetonkas for quite a while and have gone Christmas shopping in these babies two years in a row. They’re soft and warm, and the flat rubber soles let us weave around strollers and grandmas with ease. TOMS and Yosi Samra flats work too, but save your stacked boots for holiday parties.
- Get Flingwear: Also on our gift list for travelers, Flingwear’s thongs are tag-free and have an actual waistband. You can shop all day, fight for that last Dora doll, and sit in traffic without thinking once about your undies.
- Leave the bulky coat at home: When your shopping bags slide off of your overcoat’s shoulders for the 10th time, you’re going to injure someone, or yourself. Accept it, and be more strategic with your layering. Wear a cashmere tee under a leather jacket or blazer, or just bring an infinity scarf for extra warmth over your sweater.
- Wear pants that fit: As your bags rub against your waistband, your pants are going to ride down if they’re even the slightest bit too big. Put on a belt and wear the jeans that fit your perfectly, from top to bottom.
- Carry a purse with pockets: You’ll probably want a big bag for your water bottle, snacks, and phone, but bring a bag that has pockets. Digging through to find your list, wallet and gift cards at the register will cause you more stress.
