Winter Fashion Ideas: So You Can Still Look Good While Bundling Up!

Although it is still fall for everyone else, the East Coast is really feeling winter’s weather creeping in, with cold temperatures taking over the region. We start replacing our fall clothes with coats, hoodies, jackets, and anything else that can keep us warm. As we bundle up for wintertime, a nice outfit is bound to get buried in layers of clothing to counteract the cold, so it’s kind of hard to look good and stay warm at the same time. Here are a few clothing and accessory ideas to shop for or incorporate into your winter wardrobe to stay warm and look stylish!

Jackets

Jackets and coats are the number one necessity for your winter closet. You need a good jacket/coat every winter so that you can stay warm, no negotiations! Puffer jackets have been very popular for years now as they’re big and insulated, which is great for winter weather. These jackets are most commonly seen in black, but I think buying one in a different color, like green, pastel pink, or blue, would be cool for color coordination or to add a pop of color to monochrome or simple outfits. At the moment, coats with fur on the hoods are also very trendy and can add a subtle, stylish detail to an outfit. You can also opt for different jackets or coats, as puffer jackets aren’t the only style in the fashion world. With the help of sweaters, hoodies, long sleeves, cardigans, a leather jacket, or a fur coat can be good options for winter as well. Peacoats are also very popular this season and are a great choice if you are trying to achieve a chic look. 

Gloves

Although not that commonly worn, gloves are a good item to use during winter. Not only are they practical because they keep your hands warm, but they’re also a good accessory for your winter wardrobe. Leather gloves add a sophisticated, chic vibe to your outfit, while gloves in different colors are good if you want to match them with a clothing item from your outfit, and prints like leopard add a fun and unique factor. It’s up to you to choose the type of gloves you want based on the outfit and look you are trying to achieve, but feel free to always experiment!

Scarves

Chunky scarves have also become popular in recent years. There are different ways to wear a scarf, like in a classic loop, a scarf hood, or even tying it up like a bow. There are also many colors and patterns that come in scarves, like plaid and stripes. Because there are different patterns and ways to wear scarves, they’re a great item for styling and spicing up your outfit, but they also do a good job keeping you warm as they’re made with wool, warm, and soft materials. 

Belts

Obviously, belts do not keep you warm at all, but they sure are a nice accessory for any of your outfits! Because winter outfits can mostly be simple, like just wearing a coat and pants, adding a cool belt can definitely elevate your outfit. Whether it’s big statement belts, belts with a unique buckle, grommet belts, belts with studs, or more simple, skinny, braided, patterned, or colored belts, wearing one will automatically make you look more stylish when having to be covered in clothing this winter.

Boots

Wearing a boot instead of a sneaker would be a good, fashionable choice. Pairing your outfit with a leather boot will result in a classy, more put-together look. Timberland boots are also great options for winter, as they’re very compatible with snow, and you can achieve a streetwear style by wearing them. Other options like moto boots give off an edgy vibe, while UGG boots are warm and classic footwear that you can never go wrong with!

Hats

When trying to keep things stylish, hats can be your best friend. They keep your head warm and also make you look cool. Fitted hats and dad hats are nice because they come in different colors and graphics, making it easy to coordinate with your outfit or add a cool, sleek detail to it. Fur hats definitely serve as a statement piece and can bring simple outfits to life, while beanies are a winter essential, coming in different colors, prints, patterns, and logos, perfect for making an outfit a little more interesting!

Jewelry

When all fails, jewelry will never let you down. It can be a casual look, but once you put on some jewelry, the outfit is destined to become better. Think about statement earrings, chunky rings, stacking necklaces, and even mixing metals to create a fashionable look. When you’re wrapped up in clothes for the winter, adding jewelry will definitely make you look polished and snazzy. 

Pants

Pants are quite simple for the wintertime. Sweatpants are a typical but great choice as they are thick, comfortable, keep you warm, and are easy to style. But other interesting options exist, like dress pants that can give your outfit a chic and sophisticated touch. I think styling dress pants with a puffer jacket would make a cool combination, as both items give different vibes but will still look nice together. You can wear thermal leggings underneath pants like your classic jeans that go with everything. Other options include any pants with fleece lining, like cargos or the Uniqlo “warm-lined pants,” that are simple and solid-colored, which is great for matching and easy to style. 

Accessories and statement pieces are key to your winter wardrobe. Although the cold weather isn’t really fun, with these clothing and accessory ideas, you can find fun in building winter outfits! A good outfit helps you look good and feel good. It’s nice to feel stylish and confident through clothing, but remember to stay warm as well. I’m sure with these ideas, you’ll be able to do both!