The cosy winter buys our fashion team swear by

If you want to dress like one of those French girls and have a love of leopard print, let us introduce you to Balzac Paris. You’ll have to order online but we’ve never been disappointed – by the fashion or the delivery times. As for this chic winter accessory, so long, scarf – it’s all about the knitted hood now.

It’s warm, it’s cosy – and it won’t make you look like the Michelin Man. We appreciate this is a pricey investment, but ME+EM’s pieces are made to last so you’ll be able to pull it year after year.

Need something to go over your base layer and under your puffer? This zip-up coatigan is the ultimate layering piece and will work for snow days and spring days.

Upgrade your black leggings to these seriously cosy temperature-regulating wool and silk leggings. Yes, sexy long johns do exist and will totally transform those long winter walks. Oh, and did we mention the elasticated waistband?

These won’t prevent frostbite but they are seriously cute – and handy when you need to find your next podcast. They’ll also bring a pop of joyful colour to any winter look.

Who knew UGG did hiking boots? Not us, but with rubber soles and a waterproof leather exterior, they will take rainy days and snow showers in their stride.

Rain, rain, don’t go away, because we need an excuse to add these to basket. From Scandi brand, Rains, which combines fashion and functionality, these lightweight, waterproof trousers will leave you high and dry.

Pop this over a long-sleeve top and under a tailored tweed jacket to stay cosy in cold offices. The neck insert is detachable to you can throw it off come spring.

Keep hands cosy on winter walks by slipping them into these shearling-lined mittens, with a cloud-like puffer shell and elasticated cuffs to keep the warmth in (and cold winds out).

You don’t have to ditch the dress as soon as the temperatures plummet. This jersey midi-length, long sleeve design from M&S is cosy and can we worn with thermal tights (see below) and sturdy boots to still keep you cosy.

Snap these up before they go and wear them underneath your winter frock, draughty wide-leg trousers or jeans for an extra layer of insulation.

Fashion insiders (including our fashion director) swear by these unisex boots and we can totally see why. They’re light, sturdy, durable and, importantly, they look cool with dresses, jeans and tailoring.

Add a burst of colour to your winter wardrobe with this cable knit from Cornwall brand Seasalt. Just what you need when it’s grey, cold and miserable outside. Layer over a fine polo neck for added warmth.

We had a conversation in the GH office the other day about the fact that there is no better coat for cold weather than a puffa, hence why we have two on our list.

Unlike many cumbersome winter coats, they won’t weigh you down, but will hold all the heat in, especially this toasty Thermowarmth option from M&S. Warning, these coats sell out FAST so don’t delay if you like what you see.

Alternatively, tuck this clever fleece hood under a tailored coat to add a modern, sporty spin in seconds. Oh, and it’s reversible if you want to go for a full fleece effect.