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The $44 Aritzia Staple That Gets Me Through Winter + Other Cold-Weather Wardrobe Essentials
The days of wearing ugly winter coats to keep warm are over. We’ve evolved! And thankfully, fashion has too. Shop the warmest, coziest, and most importantly, chicest winter essentials straight from this fashion editor’s closet. Here are the pieces I return to season after season for holiday parties, February fashion week, and beyond.
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A Sleeping Bag Parka
Lululemon Wunder Puff Long Jacket
Once you find the right parka, it can last you for decades. And with more than 600 5-star reviews, this Lululemon style is a top contender. (ICYWW, fans say it’s the “warmest and softest coat ever.”)
A Pair of Posh Tech Gloves
J.Crew Leopard-Print Calf Hair and Leather Touch-Tech Gloves
These Faux Leather Pants
Aritzia Command Pant
No one, I repeat, no one does faux leather like Aritzia. I break out my leather pants every year, like clockwork, because they stand up against the coldest winds—and, yeah, they look incredible too.
A Pair of Cool Platforms
Dr. Martens Jetta Hi Max Leather Platform Boots
Traditional snow boots can be a tranquilizer in the face of a fabulous outfit. Platform boots, however, accomplish the same goal, while simultaneously making you look like a total baddie. Shop styles with good traction (like these cult-favorite Docs) for the ultimate all-terrain shoe.
An All-Weather Puffer Vest
Songling Womens Oversized Puffer Vest
Like a good puffer coat, puffer vests are a cold-weather requirement. My advice? Shop oversized styles, like this 4.3-star version on Amazon, for cool-girl and cozy-girl vibes.
A Beanie That Goes With Everything
Nia Thomas Aspen Beanie
I see your plain black beanie and I raise you this chic striped style. This ribbed knit hat is handmade from cruelty-free merino wool and is guaranteed to keep you insanely warm.
An Expensive-Looking Top Coat
Nordstrom x Harlem’s Fashion Row Megan Renee Oversize Wool Coat
I seldom feel chicer than when I’m dressed in my favorite top coat. Something about the minimalist design just exudes “rich girl” energy.
A Whole Bunch of Heattech
Uniqlo Heattech Cashmere Blend T-Shirt
Uniqlo’s Heattech is every editor’s secret weapon for February fashion week. The entire collection is worth the buy, but I recommend starting with this top-rated layering turtleneck. Reviewers say it “fits under everything like a second skin and keeps you warm,” a statement I can personally attest to.
A Pair of Snow Boots That Are Actually Cute
Sorel Tivoli Suede Resort Winter Booties
I don’t know what it is, but there’s something about slipping on a pair of snow boots on the first fall of snow that makes me feel like I’m in a Hallmark movie. These Sorel beauties give off that energy but are also “very comfortable, warm, and [have] good traction on snow and ice,” fans report.
A Cashmere Sweater That Feels Like a Blanket
Naadam Super-Luxe Cashmere Mixed Stitch Turtleneck
Everyone—and I do mean everyone—deserves a little cashmere in their life. Invest in an oversized style with a chunky weave and a neutral colorway. You’ll wear it to death, trust me.
A Fashion Girl Statement Coat
Unreal Fur Bengal Kiss Coat
Parkas are great, but statement coats are just as important for a well-rounded winter wardrobe (albeit for different reasons). Pop it on any time you don’t feel like picking out a whole outfit and wait for the compliments to roll in.
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Kelsey (she/her) is a freelance digital fashion editor and writer with a knack for turning top-performing content into top-selling content. She has extensive experience in editorial and e-commerce strategy, having worked in both divisions during her years at Seventeen and Bustle. With more than a decade of experience in digital media, she also offers creative and social media consulting, as well as copywriting services. She enjoys cheeseburgers, traveling, and vintage hauls. Follow her on Instagram at @klstieg.
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