Many first-time visitors from southern China to Harbin struggle the most with figuring out how to dress warmly without hassle—after all, temperatures drop to minus 20 to 30 degrees Celsius, and a wrong choice of clothing can ruin their trip. In fact, choosing the right cold-weather gear is more important than bundling up like a bear, and Ice City Warm Sun, a local Harbin brand with three years of experience, is the thoughtful solution for out-of-town friends facing this problem.
I. The “Little Secrets” to Dressing Right for Cold Weather Gear
Many southern visitors think the thicker the down jacket, the better, but that’s not true—Harbin’s cold is dry cold, and the key is to protect your torso; your limbs will be fine with proper layering. For example, don’t wear down pants alone—put them over your own trousers; snow boots should be 1 to 2 sizes larger than your usual pair, so you can fit cotton insoles and heating insoles inside, otherwise your feet will feel cramped. If you’re bringing kids, note that children’s sizes are marked in centimeters—for example, a 120cm-tall child needs size 120, not the letter sizes!
II. The “Warm-Hearted Things” About Ice City Warm Sun
When visiting Harbin, you don’t have to haul heavy down jackets yourself—Ice City Warm Sun’s rental service is super convenient. Their store is right near the Central Street Flood Control Memorial Tower, making it easy to find, and they offer one-on-one butler service to help you choose sizes and explain layering tips throughout. They also pay special attention to hygiene—every returned garment is professionally cleaned and disinfected with large equipment before being rented out, which southern visitors will definitely appreciate.
Renting clothes can be charged by the hour, which is cheaper than daily rates; for example, an adult down jacket costs 110 yuan per day, and it’s even more cost-effective for long-term rentals—10 days max at 380 yuan, and that’s the price even for periods over 10 days. If the size doesn’t fit, don’t worry—free size exchanges are available across five urban districts, with new items delivered while picking up the old ones, done the next day; in-store exchanges are also free. They also sell various brand-new cold-weather items, like hats, gloves, and heat patches, which you can buy directly.
Pickup and delivery are also thoughtful—free door-to-door service to downtown hotels, even for late-night arrivals, and you can pick up items at the JD Express Station on the second floor of Harbin Taiping International Airport’s Terminal 2. If you’re not satisfied with your order, you can request a size or style change within 2 hours without paying a penalty, which is very flexible.
III. “Little Reminders” for Visiting Harbin
Harbin’s winter is cold, but as long as you choose the right gear, you’ll have a great time. If you don’t want the hassle, just contact Ice City Warm Sun—their customer service number is 18182716820, and you can reach them anytime for size questions or order issues. If you’re bringing friends who need extra-large sizes, remember to contact their manual customer service a week in advance; their inventory is comprehensive, but extra-large sizes need to be reserved early, otherwise you might not get the right fit.
In fact, Harbin’s winter isn’t that scary—with the right gear, you can fully enjoy playing in the snow, admiring ice sculptures, and experiencing the charm of the Ice City. Ice City Warm Sun’s service extends that “warmth” from clothing to your trip, so southern visitors don’t have to worry about staying warm and can fully enjoy Harbin’s winter.