When it comes to your winter wardrobe, your number one goal should be protection from cold weather. But that doesn't mean you can't have fun with winter fashion.
Wear three layers
Your base layer can consist of silk underwear, a merino wool turtleneck, and leggings—thin, moisture-wicking clothing that will keep you warm without making you sweat. The middle layer could be something like a thick fleece for insulation. And the outer layer - a winter coat or jacket - serves as protection from wind and rain.
Tight-fitting clothing
Tight-fitting clothing will help prevent hypothermia. Swap your wide-leg jeans for skinny jeans, which can also help balance out chunky knit sweaters and chunky boots. Wear fleece-lined tights or leggings under skirts and dresses to keep your legs warm.
Wear long coats
Cropped down jackets may be fashionable, but if your goal is to stay warm, you'll want your entire torso covered.Make sure you have at least one long sweater and a coat for the coldest days.
Agree that sweaters can be combined with skirts. Try wearing a chunky knit pullover with a knee-length pencil skirt. Looser maxi and midi skirts can also be paired with sweaters.
Tip: Try a French blowout and wear a belt to balance out the look.
Choose the right type of down
Down is an excellent material for keeping you warm as it is lightweight yet insulating. However, when it gets wet, it quickly loses its properties. Synthetic down is heavier but can withstand rain. For this kind of weather, you'll need either synthetic down or a separate rain cover to protect your down jacket.
Invest in wool
Moisture-wicking wool keeps you warm and dry all day long. If wool makes you itchy, consider merino and cashmere. Merino is a lightweight wool that is great as a base layer. Try pairing a simple merino turtleneck with leggings for the perfect winter base layer. Cashmere is a soft wool that will keep you cozy. This is a great option for comfy cardigans and comfy hats.
Avoid cotton
Cotton is an amazing, breathable material, but it retains a lot of water, making it less ideal for winter weather. Save plaid flannel shirts, corduroy pants and varsity sweatshirts for fall and spring. If you have wool trousers, wear them instead of jeans.
Think about a bright coat
If you're going to wear the same winter coat every day, it should be something that makes you feel good. Instead of old neutral shades, you can opt for a puffer jacket or a stylish wool coat in a bright color.
Treat your hat, gloves and scarf as accessories.
If you wear the same winter coat every day, you can change up the look with scarves, hats and gloves. A multi-colored cashmere beanie can add color to a dull winter look. Plus, adding a hat is an easy way to keep your entire body warm.
Make sure your clothing is weatherproof
Before winter, take your favorite boots to a shoe repair shop to have them patched up and treated against the elements. If necessary, spray jackets with weather protection spray. You don't want to find out on the first rainy or snowy day of winter that there's a hole in your boots or your coat is no longer waterproof.
Choose shoes with tread. If you live in an area where it snows, choose shoes with tread to prevent slipping on ice. Wear them over thick wool socks to prevent frostbite.
Find your favorite warm weather items
Layer your favorite slip dress over a turtleneck and complete the look with ankle boots for a cute winter party outfit. Flowy skirts and short-sleeve T-shirts aren't off-limits as long as you have a solid base layer underneath.
Play with texture
Winter fashion doesn't have to be boring. Bring texture into your look with ribbed or cable knit cardigans, faux fur coats, sheared leather coats, leather trousers and quilted down jackets.
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