I Rely on These 6 Staples Every Winter, and You Can Shop Them for Under $70

While some people are already talking about spring fashion, I walked outside for coffee today and my fingers almost went numb, so I'm sticking to discussing winter. Specifically, my winter staples. From extra-warm puffer jackets to leather separates, I rely on a few key pieces when the weather drops. I've gotten better at dressing for the freezing temps, but it didn't always start out that way. If you're in the same boat as I was, the pieces below will help you start perfecting your winter wardrobe.

I've been collecting my winter staples for years, but luckily for you our Who What Wear x Target collection has a variety of picks for you to choose from and shop now. If you're looking to upgrade your wardrobe this winter, look no further. Keep scrolling to check out my favorite winter pieces and how to shop them for under $70. 

1. Easy Knitwear

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When you're in a rush to get dressed, an sweater that's not only cozy but will pair with anything is what you'll be looking for.

2. Puffer Jackets

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I used to be embarrassed by puffer jackets when I was younger, and now it's my favorite part about winter. If I could talk to my younger self, I'd tell her to get a puffer and enjoy that extra warmth. 

3. Leather Separates

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When the weather starts to drop, my leather pieces get a lot of love. Blazers, pants, jackets—all of it makes any outfit instantly chic.

4. Faux Fur

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If it's fuzzy, I want it. In the winter all I want to do is cover myself with a blanket, and this is the closest thing that's also wearable.

5. Knit Dresses

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When it comes to styling knit dresses, the options are endless. Take styling cues from Eliza and pair your dress with your favorite coat and tall boots.

6. Loungewear

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It wouldn't be a story written by me if I didn't include loungewear. You'll feel like you're in pajamas but still look put together. It's a win-win situation.

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Associate Fashion Editor
Yusra Siddiqui is an editor who resides in New Jersey but bounces between the suburbs and NYC. (She's a Jersey girl at heart.) After interning at Who What Wear in 2019, she found her way to the team after graduating from LIM College in 2022 with a fashion media degree. She's also spent time writing and working for publications such as Fashionista, Coveteur, and Nylon, but she always knew that Who What Wear was where she was meant to be. When she's on the job, she's perusing runway shows, analyzing the latest thing fellow Gen Zers are up to on the internet, and sharing what she can about the modest-fashion market. You can also catch her dabbling in entertainment, talking about the costume choices of the latest Netflix series or diving deeper into how the plotline affects the viewers in a myriad of ways. Lastly, she likes to create content for Who What Wear's TikTok. Her personal time is spent doing similar but also different things—deep diving into almost every new TV show (Bridgerton, Gilmore Girls, and Stranger Things are favorites), planning her next local getaway (whenever that may be), and reading the latest Emily Henry or Sally Rooney novel in one sitting.