While we’re technically only in the early days of autumn, there’s nothing I love more than a wardrobe refresh to spark new styling joy. My sandals are long gone, replaced by chic, timeless boots, and knits have taken over the spaces where dresses and linen once hung. Yet, I often leave my seasonal switch a little late, plunging my wardrobe into that awkward in-between stage where nothing feels quite right.
This year, I’m determined to get ahead of the winter season. Rather than mindlessly adding another jumper to my ever-growing collection, I’m taking a careful look at my wardrobe to figure out what I’m truly missing. As I get older, I find myself shopping more sustainably—investing in pieces I know I’ll love for years, rather than chasing fleeting trends that won’t last beyond the season.
It got me thinking about what others have on their wish lists. So, I spoke to some of Instagram’s best-dressed, whose style I admire, to see what they’re eyeing this season. Unsurprisingly, one item tops almost everyone’s list: a new coat. There’s nothing quite like starting the winter season with a fresh, polished outer layer. @vikilefevre is after a relaxed style, while @annabelrosendahl prefers a shearling option. Meanwhile, @deborabrosa is coveting a pair of corduroy trousers, and @vanessaroseblairis focused on a high-rise dark denim jean. And that's just the start of it!
Each shared a selection of pieces from their winter wish lists and explained why they’re shopping for them. Personally, I’ve learned that thinking carefully about what I’m missing—and ensuring I can style it with at least five different outfits—prevents frivolous spending on items I don’t truly love. Many of these picks are cult, capsule wardrobe staples that will stand the test of time, making them truly worth investing in for this winter and beyond.
So, without further ado, scroll on to see the pieces topping these influencers' winter wish lists.
See the Pieces Some of Instagram's Best Dressed Are Eyeing Up for Winter:
1. Annabel Rosendahl
Style Notes: Norwegian-based influencer Annabel Rosendahl is known for her elegant, minimalist style, favouring a more considered colour palette. Her wishlist remains true to form and focuses more on longevity than trends.
Shop Annabel's Wish List:
"A tailored trouser that is not black, but a beautiful dark green. I would love to pair it with black and all the neutral knits and shirts I already have in my closet."
"This bag is just a perfect everyday bag. It goes over the shoulder which is a plus, and the colour is so special and will brighten up every black or neutral look."
"This has the perfect relaxed silhouette and goes perfectly with denim but also a nice look for going out."
2. Anne-Victoire Lefevre
Style Notes: Parisian-based Anne-Victoire is the epitome of understated, effortless, elegant French style. Known for a background working within the fashion industry, Anne-Victoire’s wishlist focuses on core capsule wardrobe staples that can be worn for years to come.
Shop Anne-Victoire's Wish List:
"I can’t live without a cashmere sweater. I wear them with all shapes: turtleneck, V-neck, round neck, oversized, fitted, cardigan, and with or without something underneath."
"I love layering, so I often wear them under a V-neck sweater with a choker. And with a dress or summer top, it allows me to recycle them in winter."
"An oversized coat is perfect for wearing whatever you want underneath without ruining your silhouette, and making any look more polished, including sportswear."
3. Vanessa Rose Blair
Style Notes: Vanessa Rose Blair is one of the ultimate London cool girls who incorporates colour, texture and strong silhouettes into her wardrobe. For her winter wish list, she’s lusting after versatile pieces that will easily slot into her existing wardrobe.
Shop Vanessa's Wish List:
"A classic oversized black coat is a hardworking winter wardrobe piece that is not only practical but chic too! Dress up your favourite tracksuit or wear to the office—it’s my top timeless, winter essential!"
"A crew neck jumper: whether it’s Soft Goat cashmere, the Row, or jigsaw, make sure it’s got that thick ribbed crew neck detail for the ultimate cool-girl classic appeal."
"I love a dark denim throughout the year, but especially for winter. Style them for work, through to your evening plans. I’ve got my eye on a Victoria Beckham style 70s pleat, for a subtle retro twist!"
4. Nnenna Echem
Style Notes: Based in Oslo, Nnenna Echem is one of my go-to influencers for sleek, Scandi-style inspo. Her wardrobe encapsulates a minimalist yet playful approach, with neutral tones being mixed with bolder prints or colours.
Shop Nnenna's Wish List:
"A wool coat is essential in the winter wardrobe, and as I live in Oslo the winters here get quite cold so I want a wool coat with a high wool percentage and as well as being classic in terms of design so that I can use it several winters. On the top of my wishlist is the statement Maxi coat from Lisbonne Atelier."
"A good oversized wool sweater is also essential in my winter wardrobe, and lately I’ve been searching for one in greige. On top of my wishlist is the girlfriend turtleneck from Soft Goat."
"I don’t know if it’s just me but around winter time my go-to work bag tends to be a lot bigger as I need to fit more stuff in there, so on my wish list I have a bag that would work well as a winter work bag, but is classic in design so you can use it for everything."
5. Débora Rosa
Style Notes: Débora Rosa is known for a more pared-back, considered wardrobe scattered with strong silhouettes and a strong, neutral-based colour palette. She can instantly elevate any outfit with her accessories, so it’s no wonder a The Row bag is on her winter wish list.
Shop Débora's Wish List:
"A v-neck cashmere sweater as everybody needs one every season, it keeps you warm and you can easily layer it up."
"I'm really into a black trench coat because is different from the classic colour but still super timeless."
"I love how corduroy trousers brings texture to an outfit and how it makes the colour much richer."
6. Léna Farouil
Style Notes: With a more eclectic style, Léna isn’t afraid to incorporate bold colours or prints into her looks and mix them into outfits with capsule wardrobe staple pieces. Her winter wishlist consists of versatility and practicality.
Shop Léna's Wish List:
"A funnel wool coat as I love a piece that’s both practical and stylish. With this kind of coat, you don’t even need a scarf, it gives that effortlessly polished look while keeping you warm."
"Knee-high leather boots in chocolate or chestnut tones. These shades are my obsession this season: warm, comforting, and very chic. I also love how feminine and elongating knee-high boots feel."
"A beautiful pair of gloves. This winter, I want to invest in a pair that truly elevates any outerwear look. I’m hesitating between cashmere or leather, but either way, it’s such an understated touch of elegance."
7. Taffy Msipa
Style Notes: London-based content creator Taffy Msipa has a sleek minimalist, wearable style that also embraces strong pops of colour and silhouettes that give a fresh, considered finish. It's safe to say her wish list encapsulates exactly that.
Shop Taffy's Wish List:
"This one may seem basic however this is one I would reach for when in a rush and it's cold, this is one that could be overlooked but I think it is an essential. I love styling these with round neck jumpers, it gives put together whilst you staying warm choosing a warm material like cashmere means you can opt for a ligther layer."
"I think this one of the chicest pieces you can have in your wardrobe. It's works perfectly as a layering piece in Autumn, it's sophisticated and it can be styled with smart casual outfits or for office days and social events, making it super versatile."
" A coat that completes an outfit is one that is timeless, the structured silhouette of this coat with the white stitching and the muted dark green gives it character, I love that this could be an outfit in itself."
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