Up your wardrobe while staying comfy and cozy this winter
During my past three semesters of going to school in the Midwest, a surprising amount of my newly-acquired knowledge involves winter fashion. It’s no question that women at Big Ten schools basically invented puffer jackets and leather pants, so I’m going to share a step-by-step guide on how to craft the perfect winter outfit.
First, some warm pants. I feel like most of my outfits end up revolving around which pants I choose to wear. My go-to’s are typically flare pants; my favorite ones are from Lululemon, and Brandy Melville makes really cute and comfy ones as well. Sometimes, I want to be a bit comfier, so I opt for sweatpants. My favorite pair are men’s sweatpants from Uniqlo. If I want to spice up my outfit for class, I’ll throw on some jeans; I’ve been loving Garage low-rise jeans.
Next, I look for some tops and layers. My favorite long sleeve layers are Lululemon Swiftly Tech tops. These go perfectly on their own if you want to wear a puffer jacket when it’s above freezing. Most of the time I just wear a sweatshirt or a crew neck; I love Gildan crew necks from Amazon because they have great basic colors. Nothing beats a hoodie and sweatpants, so I would highly recommend investing in a matching sweat set (I love my Aritzia TNA hoodie). If I want to dress my outfit up a tiny bit, I’ll opt for a quarter zip or oversized sweater.
Lastly, shoes and accessories. Scarves are making their way back into style, and there’s no better way to keep yourself warm on walks outside than a cozy, knit scarf. It’s also never a bad idea to have a go-to beanie and mittens on hand (no pun intended). In the way of shoes, you can’t go wrong with Uggs and a nice pair of fuzzy socks. When there’s snow or slush on the ground, however, be sure to grab a pair of leather sneakers, such as Air Force Ones or Steve Madden Catchers.
This piece-by-piece guide gives you all the basics you need to stay warm and, more importantly, stylish this winter.