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Here are some tips and tricks to keep in mind as you pack these basics: Temperature swings: In early spring (March) you might still feel quite cool, especially in northern Italy, while by late spring (May) some days can already feel almost summer-ish

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To ensure that I was going straight over the top, I had to incorporate my white beret with the gigantic pom pom