I have plans to visit NYC for Thanksgiving, and I’ve already been thinking about which items to add to my New York packing list. I used to live in NYC, but I’m out of practice now that I live in L.A.—especially when it comes to dressing for cold winter days. With that in mind, I came up with a handy list of pieces to pack in my suitcase next month.
The packing list has a mix of winter staples I already own, like tailored coats and turtlenecks, and some trend-forward pieces of the moment that are sitting in my cart. That includes everything from chunky platform boots and shearling jackets to cargo pants and colorful striped knits. Ahead, see the pieces that have landed on my New York packing list.
Mango
Flecked Wool-Blend Coat
A tailored coat is a winter staple that'll be the first piece going in my suitcase.
Reformation
Agathea Chunky Loafer
I'll style these with ankle socks.
Zara
Leather-Look Bomber
Upsized leather bomber jackets are making a major comeback.
Who What Wear
Jaclyn Platform Bootie
Platform boots are a closet staple at this point.
Sporty & Rich
Sports Sweatshirt
A weekend staple to wear with jeans, sneakers, and a coat.
Totême
Shell Coat
Totême can do no wrong.
New Balance
990v5 Running Shoes
Sneakers are a must for any NYC trip.
Hommegirls
Ribbed Socks
Speaking of ribbed socks, I really love this pair.
Polo Ralph Lauren
Classic Sport Baseball Cap
My favorite hat was just restocked.
Khaite
Lotus Tote Bag
This Khaite bag is the ultimate dream tote.
Who What Wear Collection
Eli Relaxed Vegan-Leather Trousers
Yes to all the vegan leather.
Reformation
Glenna Cashmere Sweater
When a sweater isn't just a sweater.
Zara
Longline Striped Knit Cardigan
This print and these colors, though.
Stand Studio
Callie Cropped Jacket
Everything I want in a winter jacket this season.
Levi's
Ribcage Boot Jeans
The perfect silhouette.
Jacquemus
Alzou Mohair-Blend Cropped Cardigan
I'll pair this with jeans for a dinner look.
Manu Atelier
Duck Boots
My favorite take on sleek ankle boots.
Jacquemus
Le Soco Belted Wool Jacket
How stunning is this Jacquemus jacket?
Mango
Reversible Faux Shearling-Lined Jacket
Mark my words: It's going to be the winter of shearling.
H&M
Boots
The boot shape every fashion person owns.
Mango
Satin Quilted Jacket
I can't get enough of quilted jackets this season.
Uniqlo
Heattech Turtleneck T-Shirt
Heattech is the fashion-insider secret to staying warm in the winter.
Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects at Who What Wear. She oversees luxury and runway content, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, and Tiffany & Co., and her style has been featured in publications including The New York Times, Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Kristen began her career at Rodarte and Allure. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.