So I am off to Italy for five days on Monday, dividing the time between Milan and Florence, and I am SO excited. Having changed my money and booked a table at Dolce & Gabbana's Gold Restaurant, it finally feels like it's really happening. However, with forecasted lows of -13°C (ouch), highs barely above freezing point, light snow and clear sunny skies, I headed into town today to arm myself with things to protect me from the elements.

Earmuffs - Topshop, £5 from £14

Sunglasses - New Look, £4.99

Real suede gloves - Accessorize, £6.60 from £22
And a little something for the evening...

Cream and gold beaded satin clutch bag - New Look, £19.99

Earmuffs - Topshop, £5 from £14

Sunglasses - New Look, £4.99

Real suede gloves - Accessorize, £6.60 from £22
And a little something for the evening...

Cream and gold beaded satin clutch bag - New Look, £19.99