Thick pants, jackets, and boots might be winter staples but that doesn’t mean your winter style has to be boring. You don’t have to compromise on fashion for warmth and comfort. Invest in some key pieces and learn how to put together some good outfits so that you look sensible and stylish at the same time. We bring to you some ideas to get you started. These are just some tips and suggestions and not rules. The key to looking good is feeling good in what you wear.
Start with thermal basics
It’s getting colder by the day and the trick to staying warm is wearing good quality thermals underneath your clothes. No one looks good when they are cold and shivering, no matter how nice their clothes are. This tip might sound basic but it’s easy to overlook. Buy a pair of thermal or wool tights that you can wear under your jeans and a nice cotton camisole to wear under your top (this will give you a layer of warmth without the bulkiness) and you’ve got the basics of winter style sorted. If you opt for a thin thermal layer underneath your outfit, you can get away with wearing what you usually would without worrying about being cold.
Invest in some important pieces
A long coat, a warm jacket, and a couple of sweaters in neutral colors like brown, beige, or white and you have laid the foundation of winter dressing. A trench coat is one of the most iconic and timeless pieces of clothing. You can wear it as a dress, with high boots. Or pair it with tapered denim or even bell bottoms. It’s also good to have at least one denim jacket and a puffer jacket in your winter wardrobe arsenal. Denim jackets work well with woolen cardigans as well as lighter inner layers. Puffer jackets are perfect for freezing winter when you don’t want the cold to get you. Plus, it looks stylish and works well with all kinds of clothes.
Layer your clothes
Layering can make you look put together while giving you the option to put on or take off clothes according to how cold or hot you feel. But it doesn’t just serve a purpose, it can make quite a statement too. You need a base layer, a middle layer, and an outer layer. What’s important is to plan your look from the base to the outmost layer so that each layer works on its own too. Find some lightweight options to use this technique with during winter. A cotton shirt with a cropped sweater on top and a long coat to finish with can make for a great look. Purposeful layering allows you to play with a mixture of patterns or textures and curate different looks every single time. You can also play around with the length of your layers like wearing a shorter jacket over a longer top.
Don’t forget footwear
It’s easy to overlook footwear and slide into that pair of comfortable boots or running shoes when you have to go out. But put in some effort to match footwear to your ensemble.
For an edgy look, go for some chunky heeled ankle boots and thick wool socks. Long boots work well with skin-tight jeans or skirts. Sometimes just switching your footwear can make a huge difference in your outfit. Some styles to include in your wardrobe for this season would be chunky soles and lace-ups. In terms of color, red and brown are also great choices instead of the regular black. Shoes need to be practical but there’s no harm in having at least one fun pair of boots in your wardrobe.
Pick the right accessories
A great winter jacket or trench coat might be the foundation of your winter outfit but accessories are what complete your look. With the right accessories, you can express your personality and create a more polished look. Gloves, hats, scarves, and belts among others can elevate your look and take it to a whole new level. Buy your accessories in neutral colors so that they can be paired with most of the outfits. You can go for bright-colored scarves and hats to add a bit of cheer to your neutral ensemble. A scarf can be a beautiful accent piece. Think soft cashmere, chunky knit pieces, or neck wraps. Belts can do a lot more than just hold your pants in place. Accentuate your look by using a great belt to cinch your long coat at the waist.
