Winter can be a tough season for anyone who loves fashion, and it often feels like these cold months leave no room for style and creativity, putting practicality at the very top of your priorities.
It’s truly disheartening to put together a gorgeous outfit in your head the night before an important day, only to realize that it leaves you shivering in the morning. But looking good and staying warm don’t have to exclude one another, and all you need is just a bit more imagination and a few tips to take your classic jeans and sweaters to an outfit that actually has a twist. So, let’s break free from the monotony of chunky knits and thermal leggings with these niche ways to make winter dressing fun, functional, and full of personality.
Wide Belt Over Puffer Jacket
Puffer jackets got it all: they’re trendy, stylish, practical, and incredibly warm, but if there’s one
thing they lack, that’s a proper shape. Like sure, it keeps you snug no matter the weather, but it
also makes you look like the Michelin man, and let’s just say that’s not exactly a fashionista’s role model. So, enter the wide belt, an accessory so simple yet so impactful that once you try it on, you’ll never be able to wear your puffer jacket without it. Cinching your waist with a belt over
a puffer coat can completely transform your silhouette, making this utilitarian piece have more structure that gives you that hourglass figure even when you’re wearing a jacket.
Layered Sweaters
This is such a simple trick that you’ll wonder how come you’ve never thought of it before, but if one sweater just doesn’t keep you snug enough, why not just layer it over another one? From slim fitted knits and traditional Irish crewnecks to asymmetric collars and A-line cardigans, sweaters come in so many designs and sizes that it takes no effort to find the ones that can be worn one on top of the other.
For instance, you can start with a thin turtleneck in a plain color and layer it with an oversized Irish crewneck with a dynamic pattern on top, or wear a classic cable-knit sweater in a deep shade and tie a cream jumper over your shoulders to get that “old money” winter look. If you want to add some Irish sweaters to your winter collection, you can check out GaelSong to find not only authentic knits, but also a dose of inspiration.
Slip Dress Over Turtleneck
The winter weather is not a reason to store your favorite slip dresses on the shelf, especially not
when styling them into your warm outfits is easier than ever. All you need to do is layer a slip dress made of silk or satin over a fitted turtleneck and suddenly you’ve got a winter outfit that feels anything but predictable! What makes this outfit so unique is the contrast between the light fabric of the dress and the chunky knit of the sweater, and if you accessorize it with a thin belt and some statement jewelry pieces, you can wear your dress all year round without it looking silly or inappropriate for the season.
Double-Layered Tights
Tights are a winter staple, but they don’t have to be boring or basic. Not only that, they don’t
even have to be thick to protect you from the cold weather! In wintertime, it’s always more important how many layers you wear and not how thick those layers are, and this rule applies to tights as well. Double-layering tights in contrasting tones is an easy way to stay warm but make
your outfits have an element of surprise too.
For example, you can wear sheer black tights under a brighter option like burgundy, brown, or cobalt blue, so that the peek of color underneath dark layers creates dimension. This trick is especially useful for when you’re wearing a skirt or a dress, and you can experiment with other textures such as fishnets as well.
