Bundling up in style is the ultimate winter fashion conundrum. Once the temperature drops, the last thing you want to think about is what’s “trending.” And drop it has. In case you haven’t gotten the memo, felt the sub-zero chill or seen President Trump’s latest global-warming-denouncing tweet, it’s shaping up to be an especially cold one.
Still, we beg of you: stay cozy, but don’t resign yourself to a life of thermal leggings and duck boots. As temperatures plunge to the single digits, we’re sharing some of our own best-kept seasonal — and sartorial — secrets. Call it a winter fashion advisory.
Seeing as it’s freezing outside, why not wear your best blanket as a scarf? Add some warmth to your outfit with an earful of tropical-themed jewelry? Try out some Demna Gvasalia-worthy, anything-goes layering tricks? (For instance, wear a crewneck tee over a flannel over a hoodie. Strangely, it works.)
All this to say, there are plenty of ways to look cool and stay warm. (Moncler bubble suit, anyone?) Jokes aside, click through the slideshow above for 20 chic, wearable ways to master winter fashion. Then go forth and carpe the cold-ass diem.
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Solutions For Looking Stylish in the Cold
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Solutions For Looking Stylish in the Cold #1
Take it from front row denizen Giovanna Battaglia Engelbert: a snowy white backdrop is the perfect excuse to rock in-your-face, Barbie-approved colors. (The more you resemble the star of an early aughts Doublemint gum commercial, the better.) Also, match your neck bandana to your unabashedly bright sweater.
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Solutions For Looking Stylish in the Cold #2
For a look that's oh-so-now, team a dual-personality sweater with shoulder-grazing earrings.
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Solutions For Looking Stylish in the Cold #3
Lower temperatures call for louder outfits. (The better to draw cold-hardened onlookers' attention, my dear.) Pair embellished flats with DIY denim, patterned blouses and metallic outerwear.
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No one does winter fashion quite like Susie Bubble. This season, her preferred texture/pattern/color combos include purple shearling and acid wash, gingham, plaid and camo and velvet and...velvet. Needless to say, the latter's easiest to pull off.
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Solutions For Looking Stylish in the Cold #5
Say no to hat hair and hiding your 'do. Giant earmuffs let you showcase your sleek center part, cool-girl zigzag or intricate braids without losing your extremities to frostbite.
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Solutions For Looking Stylish in the Cold #6
The antidote to dreary weather? An un-boring faux fur coat. (Here's a semi-affordable one from It-girl label LPA.)
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Solutions For Looking Stylish in the Cold #7
When it comes to outerwear, the more, the merrier. Layer two complementary coats together for a look that's cozy and chic.
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Solutions For Looking Stylish in the Cold #8
Make your footwear pop. Polish off head-to-toe black with winter white booties. (No need to look fatalistic — add some cheer with winter florals.)
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Solutions For Looking Stylish in the Cold #9
Keep your head covered whilst putting your winter style on display. Wear devil-may-care fashion hoodies (chatty or message-free) with vibrant coats and structural bottoms.
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Solutions For Looking Stylish in the Cold #10
Inventive, risky layering is the key to street-chic winter fashion. Take your style cues from Irina Lakicevic. Slip an on-trend Victorian blouse on over a black turtleneck, complement your upper half with oversized checked pants (Sherlock Holmes dressing FTW) and round out the look with anachronistic studded boots and mod earrings.
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Solutions For Looking Stylish in the Cold #11
Trick your lobes, heart, mind and outfit into thinking it's summer with flowery statement jewelry, like these pieces by Shourouk.
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Solutions For Looking Stylish in the Cold #12
Be as petty as Mother Nature. Keep warm with a tulle underskirt (and fashion puffer).
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Solutions For Looking Stylish in the Cold #13
Let your eyes be the windows to your bundled-up soul. Team bold eyeliner with equally daring sunnies.
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Solutions For Looking Stylish in the Cold #14
A striped scarf presents the perfect opportunity for print mixing. For more ways to wear a scarf, check out these next-level scarf ideas.
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Missing your summer dresses? Try a whimsical coat with a full skirt. (Or, try these tips for wearing your summer dresses in the winter.)
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Solutions For Looking Stylish in the Cold #16
Layer a long-sleeve shirt under a sleeveless dress to give it longer wear.
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Solutions For Looking Stylish in the Cold #17
Don't pack away your favorite pumps just yet. Add a pair of black tights or statement socks and they're instantly winter-ready.
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Solutions For Looking Stylish in the Cold #18
A sleek pair of leather gloves makes your outfit feel instantly luxe.
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Solutions For Looking Stylish in the Cold #19
Don't grab just any hat! Up the ante with a fedora or fashion beanie.
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Solutions For Looking Stylish in the Cold #20
Opt for boots with a statement heel to spice up your shoe collection.
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Solutions For Looking Stylish in the Cold #21
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