When winter sets in, keeping warm and looking fashionable can seem to be polar opposites. You might look stylish and chic one day, but the next you may be wearing layers to keep warm.
It is possible to dress appropriately for colder weather without looking like a snowman. There are many ways to keep warm while maintaining your style.
Invest in a Cozy Sweater
If the climate is especially frosty where you live, it’s likely that you’ll already have several sweaters on rotation throughout the season. Having a variety of go-with-everything colors (like the cashmere collection from Quince) makes getting dressed much easier, even on those dark winter mornings. The lightweight wool merino will be ideal if you live in a warmer area but still want to embrace sweater weather.
Layer Up
While the advice in cold weather is to dress in layers, this doesn’t necessarily equate to looking frumpy. The key to layering is to go from the thinnest to thickest fabric: starting with a good base layer (thermals can be especially helpful when it’s really cold), add midweight layers over the top, and finish with your chosen jacket or winter coat on top. Paying attention to hemlines (a skirt that doesn’t peek out of the bottom of your coat) is also key.
If the Hat Fits
Choose a hat style that complements your face shape. While oval faces can wear pretty much any style, other face types look best in hats with contrasting features to their face shape: for example if you have a longer, narrow face, opt for something with a shallow crown and more width, such as a beret or a wide-brimmed hat.
Short and Sweet
While leggier types may be able to get away with long length pants in winter, it’s not always feasible. Having soggy hemlines that drag on the floor is never a good look – so come winter, you may want to consider packing away those maxi length skirts in favor of something a little shorter. You can also show off your winter boots by cropping pants and skirts so they reach ankle-length.
Winterproof Boots
Some days, you may need something a bit more substantial. The key components for the perfect winter boot are a waterproof fabric and a rugged sole: for wintry weather, a pair of rubber or snow boots earns style points when worn with a pair of jeans and fluffy jacket, or if you want something smarter, a classic Chelsea boot looks great with any outfit.
Accessorise
Select scarves and mittens that match your entire wardrobe. Winter accessories are a great addition to a wide range of coats. They can make a huge difference to an outfit.
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