32 Winter Outfits to Wear When You're Bored of Your Clothes
Thinking ahead to winter, all the pieces you’ll be pulling out of storage, and the new items you’ll be adding to your cold-weather wardrobe? Same, same, and same. While I live in L.A., where the weather never really dips into freezing temps, I always transition my outfits based on the season. Plus, I have some upcoming travels to more winter-inclined climates that have me thinking about lots of coats and layers.
In need of some inspiration to put me in the mindset of winter outfits for the months ahead, I rounded up some looks from Instagram and the street style scene that I’m sharing here today. These are styling ideas I want to put into effect as soon as the weather allows. Ahead, get some inspiration for yourself. I’ve organized the winter outfits by category so you can scroll down to see the coolest ways to style boots, dresses, hats, and everything in between.
OUTFITS WITH BOOTS
Tuck your trousers into knee-high boots.
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Or opt for tights and a blazer with tall boots.
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Black ankle boots are a winter essential.
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See how versatile they are?
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Pair sock boots with an ankle-grazing coat.
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OUTFITS WITH SNEAKERS
Chunky sneakers are the style to own.
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Or go for a more classic sneaker style.
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OUTFITS WITH HEELS
Heels are the perfect complement to a pantsuit. This is a cool spin on a holiday party outfit.
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You can also wear heels for the day with a trench.
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OUTFITS WITH DRESSES
Try a bold pattern.
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Style a colorful dress with colorful boots.
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Or layer neutrals together.
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Cowboy boots are the style every fashion girl is wearing this season.
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OUTFITS WITH SKIRTS
Wear a metallic skirt with a leather jacket for a cool holiday look.
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A miniskirt with tights and boots is French girl–approved.
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OUTFITS WITH SWEATERS
Winter is the time to pile on your cozy sweaters.
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Try a monochrome look.
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Opt for a more fitted style to layer underneath outerwear.
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OUTFITS WITH COATS
When it comes to puffer coats, the bigger the better.
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Oversize coats are everywhere this season.
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Yellow is a cool and unexpected color for winter.
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Make a statement in a faux-fur coat.
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White on white on white.
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OUTFITS WITH HATS
Tap into Parisian style with a beret.
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Another case for trying the cool hat.
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And another.
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You can also try a wide-brim style.
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OUTFITS WITH JEANS
Try jeans with a loose fit.
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This denim-on-denim look is suited for milder winter climates.
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OUTFITS WITH PANTS
Break out the corduroys.
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Yes, leggings are making a comeback.
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As are wide flares.
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Next: six winter shopping picks our editors all agree on.
Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects at Who What Wear with over a decade of experience in fashion, editorial, and publishing. She oversees luxury and runway content as well as wedding features, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. She also contributes to podcast recordings, social media, and branded content initiatives. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, Tiffany & Co., and MyTheresa, and rising designers such as Refine and Tove, and her style has been featured in publications including Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Before Who What Wear, Kristen began her career at Rodarte, where she worked on styling, photo shoots, and runway shows, and at Allure, where she moved into print and digital editorial. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.
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