24 Paris Winter Outfits to Copy (From Christmas Markets to Bistro Dinners!)

Paris during the holidays feels like being in a movie 🎄 Although it’s sometimes a surprisingly cold and damp movie.

I’ve been to Paris in the winter, and if I could change one thing, I’d pack more for the damp. Damp cold feels extra cold, especially at night.

Even when the temperature doesn’t read as very cold, the evening dip is real. So your clothes have to be picked for it (I run cold, so I really feel this one 😅).

So today I’m sharing 24 Paris winter outfits, grouped by what you’ll actually be doing: travel days, Christmas markets, sights and museums, walking around the city, rainy walks and nice dinners.

And instead of one packing list, I’ll show you how to build your own (so it fits your trip, your style and your colors).

Here’s what you’ll learn today:

✅ What to wear in Paris in December, with 24 outfits by activity and every piece linked

✅ How many pieces to pack for 3, 5 or 7 days, and how to pick colors that all go together

✅ The best coats and waterproof shoes for damp Paris days (and colder nights)

24 Paris Winter Outfits for Every Plan on Your Trip!

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The best Paris winter outfits start with one warm coat, waterproof shoes and thin layers you can take off indoors. For 5 days in Paris in December, pack about 3 sweaters, 1 going-out top, 2 pairs of pants, 2 or 3 pairs of shoes, plus a scarf, beanie and gloves.

Rain and cold nights decide your coat and shoes, so check the forecast before you pack!

Jump to the part you need 👇🏼

🌧️ What Paris is like in December: temperatures, rain and when to check the forecast

📝 How to build your packing list: how many pieces to pack and how to pick your colors

👖 What to pack: Ponte pants | wool coat | waterproof sneakers | cashmere sweaters | merino base layers

👗 24 Paris outfits, winter edition: travel days, Christmas markets, sights and museums, city walks, rainy walks and nice dinners

✅ Try-on checklist: what to test at home before you pack (don’t skip this)

🌧️ What Is Paris Like in December?

December in Paris usually means highs around 46°F (8°C) and lows around 37°F (3°C).

It’s also the wettest month of the year, with about 11 days of rain. And damp cold feels colder than the number on your weather app, especially once the sun goes down.

No one can promise what December in Paris will feel like, so check the forecast twice:

• About 2 weeks before: to get an idea of what your packing list will look like.
• Again 48 to 72 hours before: to decide your coat and your shoes, because the weather changes.

Here’s what the forecast decides:

• Mostly dry and in the 40s°F (4 to 9°C)? A wool coat and leather sneakers or ankle boots are fine.
• Rain in the forecast? Everything you walk in has to be waterproof, and a puffer handles drizzle better than wool.
• 32°F (0°C) or below? Switch to a long down puffer and add a base layer.

☔ I don’t pack an umbrella. Check with your hotel or Airbnb before you go, because most have one you can borrow (worst case, you can buy one there).

💡 Something I’ve noticed in Europe: people dress for the season, not the weather. If December brings a warm week, Parisians don’t go back to their early fall clothes.

They keep wearing their winter pieces, and that’s a big part of Parisian winter style. So even if your forecast looks mild, pack for winter (you’ll be glad once the sun goes down).

🧳 Why a Paris Winter Trip Is Packed Differently

Most Paris days have two parts: walking around all day, then a long dinner at night.

Changing your whole outfit twice a day means packing almost double the clothes.

What works better is packing sweaters that are nice enough for dinner. Wear one to dinner first, then wear it again during the day later in the trip.

Then keep your going-out tops to just 1 or 2 and play with your layers and accessories at night.

📝 How to Build Your Paris Packing List, Winter Edition

I’m not giving you one packing list in this post, because your trip is different from mine. Instead, follow these 6 steps:

1. Check the forecast (see the weather section above). It decides your coat and your shoes.
2. Find your trip length in the table below. That’s how many of each piece you need.
3. Pick your colors, so every top works with every bottom.
4. Start with your bottoms, then your coat and shoes, then your tops. Bottoms are the hardest to match, so they go first.
5. Pick your pieces from the categories below, based on what you’ll be doing.
6. Do the try-on check at home before you pack (it’s at the end of this post).

How Many Pieces to Pack for 3, 5 or 7 Days

Most Paris trips land somewhere between 3 and 7 days, so the table covers 3, 5 and 7.

There are no dresses or skirts on this list. It’s damp and cold IMO, so I’d wear pants every day (sometimes with tights underneath 😅).

But of course you can add them if you like to wear dresses and skirts.

Just make sure to count your outfits again. On the days you wear dresses, you won’t need a top or bottom.

Piece	3 days	5 days	7 days
Everyday tops (sweaters)	2	3	4
Going-out tops	1	1	1
Base layers	1	2	2
Bottoms	2	2	3
Layers (cardigan, vest)	1	1	2
Coat	1	1	1 or 2
Shoes	2	2 or 3	2 or 3
Winter accessories	1 set	1 set	1 set

🧳 All three lists fit in a carry-on, which is how I travel.

Checking a bag? Then you’ve got room for a few extra options, and that’s okay too.

💡 Traveling carry-on? Wear your coat and your bulkiest shoes on the plane, so they don’t take up room in your bag.

🎯 Also read: what to wear in Europe in winter if Paris is one stop on a longer trip

Next, Pick Your Colors!

The easiest way to pick colors that look good on you is to use your color season.

Took a color quiz? Find your season below.

If you haven’t, pick the row that looks most like the colors you already wear and love.

Keep your bottoms neutral and it’ll be easier to mix and match with your tops and shoes. And dark bottoms hide re-wears (and rain splashes) very nicely 😉

🧳 What to Pack for Paris in December!

Every piece here shows up in the Paris winter outfits further down.

Here are the options for each category, why each one works in the damp Paris cold, and which days it’s good for. Pick your favorites, using the table above for how many.

👖 Bottoms

Start here. Wide or straight leg pants go over ankle boots and keep your ankles covered.

Make sure at least one pair is nice enough for dinner.

• Ponte pants: They stretch (hello, metro stairs) and they look polished at dinner. I have the Ponte bootcut and a cropped wide leg pair.
• Wool trousers: Wool stays warm even when it’s damp, and a tailored trouser looks right for a nice dinner.
• Corduroy pants: Just as warm as Ponte, and the texture keeps outfits from looking flat in photos. I have mine in burgundy.
• Dark jeans: They go with every top. Tradeoff: denim gets cold and stays wet after a rainy walk, so save them for dry days or wear tights underneath.
• Merino travel pants: They don’t wrinkle, they’re comfy on a long flight, and they dry faster than denim.

💡 Make sure at least one pair fits over merino tights for the coldest nights.

[GRID: Quince pants (Ponte styles), 2048×1365. Link the image to: https://goto.quince.com/zzqaOW?subId1=blog_paris-winter-outfits&subId2=grid]

🧥 Coat (1 or 2)

The forecast decides your coat:

• Mostly dry, 40s°F (4 to 9°C): a wool coat is the nicest looking option, and it’s the one I’d pick for most Paris Decembers.
• Rain in the forecast: a puffer. Most are water repellent (not waterproof), so they handle drizzle much better than wool.
• 32°F (0°C) or below, or you run cold at night: a long puffer, even for dinners.

✈️ Traveling carry-on and only in Paris for a few days? One coat is enough. Wear it on the plane (that’s how I do it).

Is Paris one stop on a longer trip, or are you checking a bag? Bringing 2 coats is totally fine. A wool coat for dry days and a puffer for rain make a great pair.

It’s your vacation, girl! Do what makes you happy!

• Wool coat: The most polished look for cafes and dinners. Mine is the Quince wool cashmere cocoon coat in caramel. I get cold easily, so I wear it down to the high 30s°F (about 3°C) with a merino base layer, a cashmere sweater, accessories and wool socks, then switch to a puffer. Tradeoff: it’s not waterproof. Want a different shape? The Quince draped collar wrap coat is long with a tie belt, and there’s a shorter version too. See more Quince wool coats in different shapes and colors.
• Short puffer: Warm, light and easy to wear all day. The Quince Responsible Down Puffer is water repellent and wind resistant, so it handles drizzle, but not a steady downpour. Want a puffer that looks dressier in photos? The Donna Karan New York Water Resistant Belted Puffer Coat has a belt and a high collar instead of a hood. Browse Quince puffers for rainy days.
• Long puffer: For cold nights or a cold snap. If the forecast is moderate, the Quince quilted long puffer is enough (I have it in barolo burgundy). Expecting 32°F (0°C) or below? Go for the Quince Responsible Down Long Puffer, or the Quince Responsible Down Belted Puffer Maxi Coat if you want a belt (it looks a lot less bulky in photos). Compare all the Quince long puffers by warmth.

☔ Lots of rain in the forecast? Pack an oversized weatherproof rain jacket alongside your coat (not instead of it).

🎯 Also read: the best Quince coats for every temperature, from wool to long down

[GRID: Quince wool coats, 2048×1365. Link the image to: https://goto.quince.com/en0Kv1?subId1=blog_paris-winter-outfits&subId2=grid]

👢 Shoes (2 or 3 Pairs)

Pick one waterproof walking shoe and one nicer pair. A third pair is optional.

Paris has cobblestones, puddles and a LOT of metro stairs, so comfort matters more than you think.

• Waterproof sneakers + wool socks (walking days): The waterproof layer makes them warmer than regular sneakers. Logging a lot of steps? The On Cloud 6 Waterproof is the waterproof version of the On Clouds I own, and the comfiest pick. Want something less sporty? I have the Vessi Soho (a darker color works best for winter). Also good: the Sorel Ona Ave Waterproof.
• Waterproof Chelsea boots (rain and cobblestones): Easy on and off, and wide or straight pants go right over them. Try the Blundstone 558 or the Ariat Wexford (very popular with my community).
• A nicer ankle boot (dinners): The Blondo Villa 2.0 waterproof bootie is a favorite with my readers, and there are more waterproof Blondo boots here.
• Leather sneakers: The Quince leather sneakers in black go with everything. They’re not waterproof, so treat them with a water repellent spray before your trip, or wear a waterproof pair on wet days. Dry night out? I love my Quince sock booties. With merino socks, they’re warm enough for cold nights. Just skip them when it’s wet.

❌ Skip suede. It’s not good for wet weather, and puddles leave marks.

Before you pack:

• Don’t travel with new shoes. Break them in at home first.
• Try every pair with the thick socks you’ll actually wear.
• Try every pair with every bottom.

🎯 Also read: stylish walking shoes for Paris and the rest of Europe | cold weather shoes that keep your feet warm

🌡️ Base Layers

A base layer is the thin long sleeve top that goes under your sweaters. Pick thin and fitted, so your coat still closes.

Pick ones you’d be happy to be seen in. Museums, cafes and the metro run warm, and if the sweater comes off, the base layer is your outfit.

• Merino (my pick): Warm but breathable, so you don’t overheat indoors, and you can wear it a few times before it needs a wash. Try the Quince merino long sleeve or Unbound Merino (I have their fitted V-neck).

Can’t wear wool? These aren’t as warm as merino and don’t fight odor the same way, so plan to wash them more often:

• Cashmere tee: the softest option.
• Tencel long sleeve: smooth and gentle on sensitive skin.
• Cotton long sleeve: no animal fiber at all.
• 32 Degrees: the budget pick, and still a warm base layer.

🧶 Everyday Sweaters

Every sweater goes over a thin base layer, so pick knits that still fit under your coat. Bulky sweaters won’t, and they take up half your bag.

Parisians wear a lot of simple knits, and the same sweater works at a museum and at dinner.

• Cashmere crewneck: Warm without bulk, packs small, and works from a museum to dinner. My first Quince cashmere crewneck is 4 or 5 years old and still in my rotation.
• Cashmere turtleneck: Covers your neck in the wind by the river, so you’re still warm when the scarf comes off. I have it in burgundy.
• V-neck sweater: A little dressier, so it goes from day to dinner. Try it over your base layer and check what shows at the neckline.
• Alpaca sweater: Very warm for how light it is, and the fuzzy texture looks great in photos. I have a cream alpaca turtleneck.
• A striped sweater: One is enough, as long as it goes with all your bottoms. Try a Quince striped sweater, Boden stripes, or House of Bruar’s striped fisherman crew.
• Other shapes: A cashmere hoodie, quarter zip, cable knit or Fair Isle sweater keeps your outfits from all looking the same.

🎯 Also read: my honest Quince cashmere review after years of wearing it

[GRID: Quince cashmere sweaters, 2048×1365. Link the image to: https://goto.quince.com/rE3bmB?subId1=blog_paris-winter-outfits&subId2=grid]

✨ Going-Out Tops

These are just for nicer dinners, so pick what makes you feel dressed up.

• Silk blouse: The easiest way to look dressed up, and it packs flat. Tradeoff: it’s the coldest top, so bring a wrap or a blazer.
• Velvet: It looks like the holidays and it’s warmer than silk. Try Boden velvet tops or the Quince velvet blazer.
• A printed blouse: A print hides suitcase wrinkles.
• A wool blazer: Goes over a silk blouse or a sweater and makes any outfit dressier.

💡 No going-out top for a night? Wear your nicest sweater, or button your cardigan and wear it as the top!

🧥 Layers

Pick layers that open in the front, so they come off fast in a warm museum or cafe without messing up your hair.

Carry a day bag so the layer has somewhere to go when you take it off. I use this backpack in the colder seasons.

• Cashmere cardigan: Warm and light, and buttoned up over a base layer, it’s also a top. House of Bruar has more cardigan colors if you want something different.
• Cashmere sweater vest: Warmth on your core, with no sleeves to bunch up under your coat.
• Puffer vest: Extra warmth for long days outside. I have one, and it’s great under a coat, but try them on together first!

🥶 Cold night ahead? Add a layer under your coat before you leave for dinner, not after you’re already cold.

🧤 Winter Accessories

Your head, neck, hands and feet lose heat first, so that’s where accessories help most. They’re also the easiest way to add color, and they pack small!

• Scarf: A scarf makes a plain sweater look like an outfit. I have the Quince tartan cashmere scarf.
• Cashmere wrap: Your dinner layer over a silk blouse, and a blanket on the plane. Mine’s burgundy.
• Beanie: If you wear makeup, skip light colors (makeup rubs off on them).
• Touchscreen gloves: I’m not a glove person, but they’re good to have.
• Cashmere headband: Covers your ears and fits under a hood.
• Merino tights: The easiest way to add warmth under pants. I wear Unbound Merino.
• Wool socks: Warm feet all day, and they make waterproof sneakers warmer.
• Crossbody bag: Hands free, and it sits in front of you on busy metro rides.

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Your Paris winter list is covered right here in this post.

But if you’re also planning a fall, spring or summer trip, answer 2 quick questions and I’ll send a carry-on packing list made for your trip straight to your inbox (so you’re not starting from scratch next time).

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👗 24 Paris Winter Outfits by Activity

These Paris winter outfits are inspiration, not one packing list.

Each one has a different style and color palette. To pack, build your list with the steps above, then use these looks to see how your pieces come together.

🥶 Extra cold night? You can add a base layer under any of these outfits.

If your sweater is light, use a light base layer, because a dark one shows through. Also check the neckline, so the base layer doesn’t stick out above your sweater.

If you get hot indoors, make your base layer a merino T-shirt instead of long sleeves, or swap one sweater for a short sleeve cashmere T-shirt.

1️⃣ What to Wear on Travel Days

If you’re traveling carry-on, wearing your coat and bulkiest shoes on the plane saves a lot of room in your bag. That’s how I do it.

Checking a bag? Then pack your coat if you’d rather not carry it through the airport.

Just keep a warm layer with you, because planes are cold.

• Short trip? Wear a comfy outfit that isn’t on your packing list, like a Spanx set.
• 5 or 7 days? Build your travel outfit from your packing list, so you’re not packing an extra outfit.
• Test your layers at home. The sweater you take off on the plane has to fit in your personal item (I use a backpack).

The 4 outfits in the image below:

1. Short trip: Spanx Air Essentials set + barolo burgundy quilted long puffer + On Cloud 6 Waterproof + tartan scarf + crossbody
2. Short trip: camel cashmere hoodie + Spanx wide leg pants + black long puffer + Vessi Soho + grey scarf + crossbody
3. 5 or 7 days: black cashmere cardigan over a black merino base layer + black wide leg Ponte + caramel cocoon coat + Blundstone 558 + tartan scarf + crossbody
4. 5 or 7 days: forest green cashmere quarter zip + grey merino travel pants + oat wrap coat + Sorel Ona Ave Waterproof + forest green scarf + crossbody

2️⃣ Christmas Markets

Paris Christmas markets mean standing outside, often at night. Standing still feels much colder than walking, and that’s when the damp evening cold gets you.

It’s also where you’ll take the most Christmas in Paris photos 📸

• Layer up instead of going bigger: a base layer and a cashmere sweater under your coat is usually enough. Save the long puffer for nights at 32°F (0°C) or below, or if you run cold.
• Wear merino tights under your pants and wool socks with your boots. If you prefer leggings, they work under pants too.
• A crossbody keeps your hands free for a hot drink ☕
• A bright scarf or sweater against a dark coat is what shows up in night photos.

🎯 Also read: how I packed 12 Christmas market outfits in a carry-on for 10 days

The 4 outfits in the image below:

1. caramel cocoon coat + House of Bruar Fair Isle sweater + charcoal wool trousers + black Ariat Wexford + camel scarf and beanie + gloves + crossbody
2. black Donna Karan New York belted puffer + red cashmere crewneck + dark straight jeans + Blondo Villa 2.0 booties + red scarf and beanie + gloves + crossbody
3. brown short wrap coat + forest green cashmere crewneck + black wide leg Ponte + Blundstone 558 + tartan scarf + black beanie + gloves + crossbody
4. grey Quince belted puffer maxi coat (if you run cold) + burgundy cashmere turtleneck + black Ponte bootcut + Sorel Ona Ave Waterproof + grey scarf and beanie + gloves + crossbody

3️⃣ Exploring Sights and Museums

Museums are chilly outside and warm inside, and you’ll be there for hours. Wear one layer that comes off fast, with a full outfit underneath.

• Use the coat check if there is one, so you’re not carrying your coat for hours.
• Wear comfortable shoes. You’re on your feet all day, even indoors.
• Museums make a good plan B on rainy days. Just save the ecru jeans for a dry one.

The 4 outfits in the image below:

1. caramel cocoon coat + green cashmere V-neck + ecru straight jeans + Blondo Villa 2.0 booties + green scarf + gloves + crossbody
2. black short puffer + chocolate alpaca sweater + black wide leg Ponte + black Quince leather sneakers + brown scarf and beanie + gloves + crossbody
3. oat wrap coat + black cashmere vest over a red cashmere crewneck + grey merino pants + On Cloud 6 Waterproof + red scarf + gloves + crossbody
4. caramel cocoon coat + grey cashmere polo sweater + dark straight jeans + black Ariat Wexford + grey scarf + gloves + crossbody

4️⃣ Walking Around the City

These are the days you walk the most, outside, for hours. Your shoes matter more than anything else here.

• Wear waterproof shoes and wool socks. Puddles hide between the cobblestones, and nobody wants wet feet on their vacation.
• It’s more open by the river, so wrap your scarf high.
• Pick pants with a little stretch for the hills and metro stairs.

The 4 outfits in the image below:

1. black long puffer + burgundy cashmere turtleneck + dark straight jeans + On Cloud 6 Waterproof + grey scarf and beanie + gloves + crossbody
2. black short puffer + forest green cashmere quarter zip + grey merino pants + Sorel Ona Ave Waterproof + forest green scarf and beanie + gloves + crossbody
3. caramel cocoon coat + black cashmere cardigan buttoned up + grey wool trousers + Blundstone 558 + tartan scarf + black beanie + gloves + crossbody
4. brown short wrap coat + camel cashmere hoodie + black wide leg Ponte + Vessi Soho + camel scarf and beanie + gloves + crossbody

5️⃣ Cool Rainy Walks

With about 11 rainy days in December, you’ll probably get at least one.

Rain doesn’t mean staying inside. Just swap your coat and shoes on any of the Paris winter outfits above.

• Packed a puffer? Wear it instead of wool on rainy days. Most puffers are water repellent, so they handle drizzle much better.
• Only packed a wool coat, or expecting heavy rain all day? Wear an oversized weatherproof rain jacket over your coat.
• Waterproof boots or sneakers, every time.
• Wool or merino pants are your best bet in the rain, because they stay warm even when they’re damp. Wearing jeans? Go dark and add merino tights underneath (and leave the ecru jeans for a dry day).

The 4 outfits in the image below:

1. black short puffer + red cashmere crewneck + black wide leg Ponte + Blundstone 558 + red scarf and beanie + gloves + crossbody
2. black long puffer + camel cashmere crewneck + dark straight jeans (with merino tights underneath) + Sorel Ona Ave Waterproof + camel scarf and beanie + gloves + crossbody
3. barolo burgundy quilted long puffer + House of Bruar striped fisherman crew + grey merino pants + On Cloud 6 Waterproof + navy scarf and beanie + gloves + crossbody
4. black short puffer + pink cashmere turtleneck + charcoal wool trousers + black Ariat Wexford + pink scarf and beanie + gloves + crossbody

6️⃣ Nice Dinners

This is your dressiest look. Wear your nicest sweater or a going-out top, with your nicer boots.

Dinners in Paris are long, so wear something you’re comfortable sitting in for 2 or 3 hours.

• Plan for the walk home. It’s often colder than it was walking there.
• A long puffer is fine for dinner. It comes off at the restaurant, and what people see is what’s underneath.
• Budget for a taxi or Uber on rainy nights (and your shoes stay dry 😉).

The 4 outfits in the image below:

1. caramel cocoon coat + forest green silk blouse + black wide leg Ponte + Blondo Villa 2.0 booties + forest green scarf + gloves + crossbody
2. black long puffer + burgundy velvet blazer over a black silk blouse + grey wool trousers + Quince sock booties (dry night) + grey scarf + gloves + crossbody
3. oat wrap coat + black cashmere cardigan over a red silk blouse + dark straight jeans + black Blondo booties + plaid scarf + gloves + crossbody
4. brown short wrap coat + charcoal wool blazer over a black silk blouse + black Ponte bootcut + black Ariat Wexford + grey scarf + gloves + crossbody

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✅ Try This On at Home Before You Pack

Before you pack your Paris winter outfits, check these 6 things at home:

• Your coat closes over your thickest sweater and a base layer.
• Your base layer doesn’t peek out at the neckline, and a dark one doesn’t show through a light sweater.
• Every pair of shoes works with every bottom.
• Your shoes are broken in and comfy with thick wool socks.
• Your waterproof shoes are actually waterproof (test them in the shower 😅).
• The layer you’ll take off on the plane fits in your personal item.

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And there you have it. 24 Paris winter outfits for every plan on your trip.

Check the forecast, start with your bottoms, and build from there.

Have the best time in Paris, and pack for the evening dip 😉

Thanks for reading!

XO,

Aimara

PS: Planning a fall, spring or summer trip too? Answer 2 quick questions here and I’ll send you a customized packing list for your trip.

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About the author:

Hi, I’m Aimara! 👋🏼 I’ve been living out of a carry-on full time since 2021, including 8 months straight with one carry-on and 6 months across Asia with nothing else.

I’ve been to Paris in the fall and winter, so these Paris winter outfits are built for damp, chilly city days (and colder nights).

Here at Ways of Style, it’s all about traveling lighter, dressing better and actually enjoying the packing process. Carry-on is how I travel, but you’ll never find strict rules here, just lists and ideas you can make your own.

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Paris Winter Outfits FAQ

What should I wear in Paris in December?

Wear one warm coat, waterproof shoes and a sweater over a thin base layer, plus a scarf, beanie and gloves. December in Paris averages highs around 46°F (8°C), it’s the rainiest month, and nights feel colder in the damp, so pick shoes and a coat that can handle wet evenings.

What is Parisian winter style?

Parisian winter style is simple: neutral pants, good knits, one nice coat and a scarf that pulls it together. Parisians also dress for the season, not the weather, so they keep wearing winter pieces even during a mild week.

What should I pack for Paris in December?

For 5 days, pack about 3 sweaters, 1 going-out top, 2 base layers, 2 pairs of pants, 1 coat and 2 or 3 pairs of shoes. Add a scarf, beanie, gloves and wool socks, and check the forecast 2 weeks before and again 48 to 72 hours before to pick your coat and shoes.

Is a wool coat warm enough for Paris in winter?

Most December days, yes, because Paris usually stays in the 40s°F (4 to 9°C). A wool coat isn’t waterproof, though, so switch to a water repellent puffer for rain, and a long down puffer if it’s 32°F (0°C) or below (or once it drops into the 30s°F if you run cold, like I do).

What shoes should I wear in Paris in December?

Waterproof sneakers or waterproof Chelsea boots for walking days, plus one nicer ankle boot for dinners. Paris has cobblestones, puddles and lots of metro stairs, so comfort and waterproofing come first.

Can I wear a skirt or dress in Paris in winter?

You can, with warm tights and ankle boots. I’d still pick pants on most days, since they keep you much warmer in the damp cold.

Can I wear jeans in Paris in winter?

Yes, dark jeans go with every top and work for museum and walking days. Denim stays wet after a rainy walk, so save jeans for dry days or wear merino tights underneath.

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