The cold weather that comes with winter may make you want to stay inside where you never have to slip out of your sweatpants, sherpa-lined sweatshirts or slippers. Whether your calendar is covered in special occasions and event dates and you CAN’T stay home, something like your regular work routine is still running and you want to be cozy like you are at home or you work remotely so you WILL actually be at home a lot, though, there are some winter essentials that everyone should have to stay warm, cozy and stylish!
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Autumn-Winter Ankle Boots
Cute ankle boots that you can start wearing come autumn will be beyond valuable, as the most versatile life-savers you’ve ever worn. When shopping for this essential piece, ensure to include good tread, waterproofing and stitching on your list of must-have features. After this, it’s all about keeping that versatility in mind and pursuing a neutral color that will go with the majority of your outfits and transition well from autumn to winter. For this, we recommend colors like black, gray, plum, navy blue, brown or tan.
Mid-Rise (or More) Socks
Socks are an absolute, undisputable essential when the cold seasons come. From styling your boots and shoes in the most winter way possible to keeping your feet warm while you sleep to incorporating colors that you wouldn’t be able to incorporate otherwise, you’ll see the improvement to your well-being and wardrobe instantly!
Layering Leggings
Nothing pairs better with leggings than oversized sweatshirts, hoodies and cardigans — the calling cards of fall to winter fashion. As you enter full-blown winter and your leggings start to feel too thin, a simple solution is to get more leggings. Yes, you heard that right. Leggings with a soft fur lining will go just as well with your heavy winter coats, sweaters and scarves and will add a significant amount of warmth to your outfit. If it’s extremely cold where you live, then consider leggings as your ultimate base-layer bottoms for layering underneath jeans or dress pants. No matter how or how often you plan to wear them, trust us when we say they’ll quickly become a favorite and frequented pant.
Layering Long-Sleeves
Long-sleeve shirts will warm your core and help you completely change up the look of your outfit when used for layering, but the best part is that they can do this in a ton of different ways. From wearing long-sleeves under dresses for extra warmth and a total vibe to letting long-sleeves poke out from under sweaters for a sophisticated and casual little pop of pattern, the directions that you can take a layering long-sleeve in are endless. When it comes to shirts specifically meant for warmth and layering, though, we recommend colors as versatile as the style itself, such as black or white.
Hideaway Hats
Who else showers a little less in the winter because it’s just entirely too cold to get undressed, let alone get all wet and step out into the cold bathroom again? While we still stand on the side of hygiene, we understand the struggle and the reality of the situation! So if this is something that happens to you, consider the perfect and proactive solution which is to purchase a couple of cute hats! Perfect for winter warmth and keeping up with wintertime trends. Your hair may not be great — but no one will know — but your outfit will be!
At Least One Cute Coat
We all know the struggle that comes with creating the most stylish winter ensemble and having to cover it up or ruin it entirely with your old, stained and outdated coat. Along with keeping you comfortable, warm and well, this is why we recommend splurging a little on a timeless coat that will take you anywhere, anytime (even 10 years down the line!). To accomplish this timeless aesthetic, aim for styles like the fitted trench, parka, wrap, princess and wool pea coats in neutral colors to optimize compatibility! If you know your style and know that you need a patterned coat to offset your solid style (any all-black outfit lovers out there?), then consider classic patterns like plaid, polka dot or dogtooth.
Flats for Transforming
Comfortable flats that you can fold into your purse will be your favorite come winter. This will allow you to commute to and from work and events comfortably — and then enter in style thanks to the flats that you can quickly slip into. For winter, we recommend a thick material like suede or leather for your flat, and a deep color to conceal any wetness or salt staining from the snowy sidewalks if you happen to step out, as well as to give your little shoes the look of warmth. If possible, a fur-lined option is always amazing for office spaces.
A Warm Winter Dress
Winter is the season of so many special occasions. From family gatherings for the holidays to office parties for the new year, though, they happen every year and no one is ever quite prepared. This is because we like to picture our winters cozy, in the perfectly warm confines of our homes — but there is a ton to celebrate. So keep this in mind when you buy your millionth batch of oversized sweatshirts, and swap at least one out for a nice knit or velvet long-sleeve little black dress (as an example!).
Winter-Spring Rain Boots
Transitional rain boots for women that go from winter to spring are essential if you want to keep your other shoes (and the bottom of your skirts and pants) in good condition. Along with being the best boot for melting snow and spreading mud, rain boots can be bought in almost any color, pattern or style — so have fun with this one. As you come into spring, especially, you’ll be happy to see some more color.
No Sacrifices Needed
No matter what your style, you don’t need to sacrifice it for the season’s sake — and you surely don’t need to be stuck inside to stay warm. Simply adjusting your style and incorporating some of these essential winter must-haves will get you through the season in style and stop you from shivering.