Zara Is Winning Winter 2018—Here Are 27 Pieces of Proof

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Meet Lauren, Who What Wear fashion editor and co-founder of The Devils Wear Zara. Lauren is so obsessed with Zara that we started calling her The Zara Scout. Now she’s turning the nickname into a franchise so she can regularly share her insider knowledge of the brand with you, including all her hacks, secrets, and must-haves.

If you're a loyal Zara shopper like myself, you know the really good items get snatched up fast. This winter, don't be the one begging the salesperson at the register to check one more time for that red vinyl puffer everyone has. Instead, be the one who gets it first and informs the crowds of your affordable winter Zara purchase. Now there are definitely a handful of winter items worthy of the investment including cashmere sweaters, leather jackets, and the like, but when it comes to more trendy necessities, Zara will do just the trick. 

Ahead, check out my official roundup of the best winter items available at Zara. Organized into categories, you will quickly see just how good some of these cold-weather pieces really are. Including everything from statement sweaters to snow boots, scarves to faux-fur coats, get ready to see a huge portion of your winter 2018 wardrobe laid out right before your very eyes. 

Puffer Coats

Puffer coats are essential for snowy climates, and while you might not think Zara's selection would be strong, it really is. The retailer offers up a variety of colors and styles, each guaranteeing a water-resistant exterior and cozy interior. 

Winter Boots

Trudge through the nasty slush on the street with boots you don't necessarily mind ruining. Investment snow boots are definitely worth it, but sometimes, snatching up a pair that's right around $100 just feels right. 

Statement Sweaters

Don't be afraid to stand out this winter with bold statement sweaters. Currently, Zara's selection is next-level, offering everything from oversize neon turtlenecks to sequin argyle pullovers. 

Scarves

Top off your statement sweaters with bold scarves. Zara's proven that with the right scarf, your styling techniques are endless. Trending at the retailer right now are scarves of all calibers, ranging from oversize graphic prints to faux-fur shawls. 

Faux-Furs

If there's one thing you should always have on hand during the cooler seasons, it's a faux-fur coat. Throw these fuzzy confections atop any fall or winter outfit and call it a day. 

Hats

Protect your beautiful little noggin with an adorable little hat. Zara is offering up beanies, bucket hats, and more for all under $30. We know—it's an offer you can't refuse. 

Layering Turtlenecks

Winter is all about mastering the art of layering. Trust me when I say having your bases covered with an array of neutral layering turtlenecks will save your life come time for chillier temperatures. 

Cords

The 2018 pant trend of the season is arguably corduroy trousers. Lucky for you, Zara has quite the assortment coming in a variety of lengths and colors. This particular pant trend is great for winter because the style is thick and warm. 

Coats

Last but not least, Zara wouldn't be Zara if we couldn't casually pop in and buy yet another winter coat we probably don't need. While you might be tempted by the festive plaids and tweeds, we're suggesting you stock up on the classics first. 

Editorial Director

Lauren Eggertsen is currently the editorial director of Who What Wear and has worked at the company for over eight years, where she started as an associate editor and has since worked her way up. Lauren has over 10 years of experience in the fashion editorial space, starting her career with internships at Marc Jacobs, Marie Claire, and The Zoe Report, where she was later hired as their editorial assistant. Lauren has worked in the Los Angeles and New York Who What Wear offices but currently calls L.A. home. It is here where she leads and manages Who What Wear's fashion team and oversees all day-to-day editorial content and large tentpole moments. This includes all of the runway, trend, and shopping-driven content that ultimately helps to build a strong brand reputation within the industry. Lauren's role also includes helping to set the fashion direction for all original photo shoots and often styles many of the celebrity cover shoots, including big names like Kaia Gerber, Normani, and Kristen Stewart.

She has also attended multiple fashion weeks, including New York, London, Milan, and Paris, where her personal style has been featured on sites such as Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, and Elle. She prides herself on discovering and supporting small brands and on her knack for a good vintage shopping find. When she isn't working, she enjoys researching and dining at reputable restaurants around both her neighborhood and the globe.