We officially closed the winter solstice and entered the time of year with freezing temperatures. Dressing up for cold days means bunching in endless layers of knits and wool, but the evening is a whole other challenge. What outfit can you wear on a winter’s night that looks fashionable without you being frozen and bitterly uncomfortable? The dilemma of chic versus wellbeing is never more relevant than during the Christmas party and New Year’s Eve celebration, but it continues well into February and March.
Winter White :
Winter white is always a yes, and pearlescent sequins and lace applications read like snowflakes, making this look even more appropriate for the season. Combine the quirky quality of an ice-cold skirt with a crisp men’s button-down and classic black boots.
Everything that sparkles
Everything that shines is the name of the game. Strengthen a combination of sweater and skirt with a healthy dose of glitter. If the sequin fabric is not enough, you can add extra shine with rhinestone embellishments, dangling crystal earrings and glittering stocking.
A lot of leather
Leather lovers, have fun! Your season is here. Embrace biker-babe vibes in an 80’s inspired leather mini dress and thigh high boots. Polish the look with dotted stockings for a feminine touch and add a knit cap for added resistance to the chilly air.
Red Hot
Heat up your outfit with a fiery color palette. A scarlet blazer and matching pants in bright red lacquer are guaranteed to glow, no matter what the evening brings.
Casual shine
A shiny copper midi skirt and a designer logo T-shirt or sweatshirt create a stylish balance between elegant and casual. Get your favorite leather jacket and pair of winter sock boots running for the winter.
Winter pastels
Breathe fresh air into a cold weather look with a winter-friendly touch in feminine pastel shades. Everything revolves around layers and textures. A long sweater dress and candy colored satin pants are as chic as they are, but the pastel cushion is what really takes such an outfit to the next level. If you can not find a buffer with a fuzzy lining like the one above, you can achieve a similar look by covering it with a separate faux fur jacket.
Velvet MVP
If in doubt, add a velvet jacket in a hefty jewel tone. This winter MVP transforms virtually everything into a luxurious evening ensemble, but it looks particularly good with an elegant black skirt and high heels
Midnight Cowboy
Appetite for something trendy? Wear a blazer dress with tapestry and western boots with an oversized lambskin coat to make yourself comfortable. If you are afraid of bare legs, just add black tights.
lampshade
Sometimes it’s hard to convince yourself to wear anything but your biggest, most casual sweater while the bitter cold of winter rages outside. If you’re a 24/7 knit, bow to your preference without shame. Put on an oversized sweater (a big sweatshirt fits too), the thickest black tights you can find, and a pair of party heels. You will not regret it when it’s 2am and 32 degrees and you still feel good.