Re-organizing your wardrobe for the winter season is something you probably do every year and for good reason. As you officially retire your favorite summer and fall clothing items, it can sometimes be hard to know which essentials you should have on hand for the cooler months to direct your style. If you’re feeling a bit lost as you curate your closet in preparation for the next few months, try using the winter wardrobe essentials below as your guide.
1. Patterned Sweaters
Even during the “normal” winters of the past, having your pick of warm yet stylish patterned sweaters is a winter season must. From turtlenecks to cashmere pullovers, chic sweaters are one of the easiest ways to stay warm while also looking fashionable. This is especially true of this year, where video-chatting events are likely on your calendar, making what you wear on the top half of your body more important than anything else. Take this opportunity to invest in sweaters with trendy animal print designs or a fun neckline to show off your style over video and also stay warm and snug at home. As an added bonus, sweaters never go out of style! So they’re the perfect pieces to carry into the years to come and pair with skirts or pants you aren’t showing off now to give them a whole new look.
2. Statement Earmuffs
Whether you like getting outside for walks every morning for a little exercise, or you plan to enjoy winter activities like ice skating/sledding, it’s important to have fashionable items that will keep you warm, without sacrificing style. The perfect essential to keep you protected from the cold during any outdoor activity is a set of fashionable plush earmuffs. Fluffy and furry items are very popular nowadays, making faux fur earmuffs an easy way to incorporate this trend into your winter wardrobe without hiding it under an outer layer. Cushiony ear coverings have the ability to elevate any outdoor look, making them a classic must-have for every girl during the colder months.
3. Fleece Leggings
Even though sweatpants have been the favored alternative to any other pants this past year, having a pair of warm, go-to leggings to add to your wardrobe this winter is an absolute must. While most girls have several sets of classic thin leggings for everyday wear, you should also have a pair of warm, fleece-lined leggings on hand as well. Insulated leggings that are specifically crafted for colder temperatures will keep you feeling cozy and will go with any holiday sweater or top. Versatile items like fleece leggings are perfect for working from home or lounging around. Try not to rely on the paper-thin leggings you already have in your closet this season. Instead, make an investment in leggings that you can wear anywhere, even when it’s cold!
4. Quality Shapewear
When it comes to maintaining your personal style, yet still looking good, there’s no better place to start than your base layers. What you wear underneath your clothes is just as important, if not more, as what you wear on top. Whether you’re donning a dress for a special occasion, or slipping into some jeans this season, having contouring shapewear on underneath your look can make all the difference. It’s easy to feel like your favorite features are getting lost in a winter jacket or under your favorite sweaters, but quality shapewear can solve this problem. Shapewear is a must-have for any bulky winter outfit as it will still show off your figure no matter how many layers you might need to wear, allowing you to feel body positive and self-assured this season.
5. Stylish Puffer
It’s no secret that we won’t be seeing many people inside this winter, so dressing for the cold weather needs to be more carefully curated than ever before. However, this doesn’t mean that fashion needs to be sacrificed altogether! One item that is sure to wow and make you look stylish without sacrificing warmth while venturing out of your house this season is a trendy puffer jacket. From metallic sheens to asymmetrical zippers, your top-layer of choice can show off just as much style as what you wear underneath. Because of the circumstances of this year, there’s no better time to upgrade your outerwear than when it will be the one-piece everyone will be seeing you in! And who doesn’t want to make a fashion statement on their outings to the grocery store?!
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