By Gabby Hunnicutt
Winter fashion doesn’t have to be about just bundling up. We’ve got tips to make sure you look good and stay warm at the same time. From cozy textures to easy layers, and a few highlights for the holiday season, we’re covering all of it in our Winter Fashion Preview.
There are a lot of fun fabrics at play for winter, starting with the obvious choice of faux fur. Choose something in a brown tone if you want to make sure it stands the test of future fashion cycles. If a full-on fur coat feels too intimidating, consider a coat that’s fur trimmed or a vest instead for a more subtle nod to the trend. Keeping it cozy, cashmere is another luxurious fabric perfect for this time of year. Both add texture and visual interest to your outfit, so the simplicity to color only adds to the chic feel.
Even though the temperatures are dropping, a couple fabric trends are keeping things hot. Expect to see pops of mesh and pleather, especially going into the holiday party season. If you plan to mix these into your wardrobe like in a mesh top or a pleather pair of pants, make sure to keep the rest of your outfit simple to let those pieces speak for themselves.
Popular colors for winter are primarily neutral in tone, straying away from the bright pops of color that we’ve seen in recent seasons. Rich caramel, rust, ivory, olive, and beige are all forecasted to be favorites. These earthy shades are flattering and easy to mix, making getting ready a lot less fuss while still looking put together. Around the holiday season (or any season for that matter) you can’t go wrong with black clothing.
Patterns are a good way to play with color this winter. Animal print, specifically leopard, is everywhere. Coats, skirts, shoes — everything is animal print. For those who have a maximalist flair to their style, leopard print is practically a neutral. If you’re not ready to take a walk on the wild side, fret not! Polka dots are also anticipated to be widely popular for this season.
Winter is the season where the outerwear can be the focal point, so we must talk about coats. A leather jacket is something you’ll want year-round, so if you don’t already have one, now is a great time to add it to your closet. If you want it specifically for colder months, consider purchasing something lined with sherpa or faux fur. For the chilliest part of the year, you can’t go wrong with a quilted puffer jacket or an oversized wool coat.
When you think about layering, you may visualize putting on a ton of coats like when you were a kid. However, there are a lot of different ways that you can use layering to add visual interest to an outfit without making it feel bulky. For example, skirts made of lightweight material layered on top of each other with a simple sweater. Pair a strappy, warm weather dress with a long sleeve shirt to extend the season.
