With the official start of the winter season just weeks away, it’s time to face facts and prepare your wardrobe for the colder temperatures. Winter clothing is synonymous with warm cozy fabrics and layering, which means sometimes it’s hard to keep fashion and style in mind. However, just because you’re trying to fight the chill, it doesn’t mean you can’t do so in a trendy way. 

But what key items should you be looking to add to your wardrobe this winter season? How can you ensure you look stylish all season long? We’ve got a couple of fabulous tips and items you can put to use.

Let Your Winter Jacket Act as a Fashion Statement

There’s no question about it, the item you will wear the most often in winter is in fact your winter jacket or coat. Rather than going with the typical cut, style, and color, why not update your winter jacket and let it act as a fashion statement?

The best way to do this is to choose a jacket in an unexpected color, not the standard black or brown. Right there it’s going to stand out. You can also look for a jacket with an interesting cut, such as ones that are fitted at your waist to help give you that hourglass look, even when wearing multiple layers. There are also interesting features like zippers, extra pockets, a removable hood, a belt, and so forth.

Cardigans Can Transform the Look of an Outfit

Another tip is to embrace layering for winter, and there is no easier and more stylish way to do that than by wearing a cardigan. Cardigans can transform the look of any outfit and because they are a layering piece, they are quite versatile. You can pop a cardigan over a dress shirt or blouse in the office, over a stylish co ord set for date night, or over your favorite comfy cotton tank top on the weekends.

One of the better cardigans for women is the duster style cardigan, which sits below the waist and bottom. These are perfect for the cold weather as they cover more of your body, yet still offer all the same versatility of a typical cardigan. Because these are so stylish right now, it will instantly elevate your look.

Winter Accessories Take the Place of Jewelry

In the winter months your outdoor accessories, or essentials, can take the place of jewelry. When bundling up why not pick gloves, scarves, hats, and purses that compliment your winter jacket and continue to add interest and style to your look.

White Is Always a Trending Color for Winter

As for the most stylish color palette to pick for winter, “winter white” is always a huge hit. Any time you can add a pop of winter white to your wardrobe, and even your outdoor wear, you’ll instantly amp up the level of style and sophistication of your outfit. 

Winter Fashion is Alive and Well

These wardrobe tips make it possible for you to look stylish in the winter months, even when you’re wearing multiple layers and bundling up.

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