Cozy Up in stylish looks for colder weather!

The days are shorter, the temperature is brisker and we can start to see our breath in the air.
As we near the Holiday season dressing in skin revealing “less is more” styles are no longer desirable. Just getting out of a cozy bed into any other clothes then your PJ’s can seem like a daunting task.

So find a way to create a cozy wardrobe of chic pieces that can make in the biggest of winter hibernators come out in style on a chilly day!

Start with the layers that always add a bit of warmth like scarves, shawls, capes, tights, hats and boots. These Layers can easily make any basic outfit cozier and if chosen thoughtfully very stylish for this season.
Choose your color pallet and fabric choice based on what inherently matches you. For instance if you have brown curly hair a textured scarf in brown and a bit of metallic woven in will be stunning…even over jeans a simple top. You can also use these pieces to add a bit of punch.

Choose prints or colors you love but you would not want a whole wardrobe of.

If Animal print is your thing, try a wool cape with a bit of exotic, it will look stunning thrown over an LBD, little Black Dress, or a monochromatic pant look. A basic pencil skirt and sweater may not be warm enough, but pair it with fun tights and great boots and you will be looking chic and feeling hot!

Knits are of course a must for cold weather, so find a few pieces that can work throughout your wardrobe.

Less bulky, simpler items can be layered more easily and will coordinate with a bigger bulk of your existing wardrobe.

Fitted knits that you can throw a jacket over are great. A sweater dress paired with a belt and a scarf can come in very handy when you are just too cold to think about what to wear!

The outer Layer can make all the difference. A great coat is the key to a cozy and stylish winter wardrobe. No matter where you are going, if you throw on a stunning coat that keeps you warm you will look and feel like a million bucks. Find a coat that has a special detail, it should fit well, but have enough room to ear over other layers. Make sure the length is flattering to your proportions and pick your color, don’t just go for black because it’s easy, and choose a color that enhances you!

Rain, Rain! Staying dry and feeling fabulous

The secret to looking good in the rain is to keep things simple and bold.
And of course have all the right rain gear.

Things do not have to match perfectly, but you want great rain boots, a killer coat that can stand up to a little water, and a handy umbrella can be a useful accessory!

Find things that make a bold statement, you want to be noticed in the gloomy weather so choose a bright color or a bold pattern in black and white. Remember to Edit though. You only need one rain piece to make statement; the rest can just support your look. So choose a great coat, stylish boots or a flashy umbrella. The other two pieces should be toned down.

For rain wear, don’t forget about function. You want to look great, but the pieces you choose must also keep you dry, otherwise what is the point! Make sure to look at labels and choose things that actually say water proof, water resistant does not really keep you very dry, especially when that rain really starts pouring from the sky!

So get out there and find a great ensamble that can keep you dry this winter while maintaning your distinct style!