{"id":707570,"date":"2025-11-18T18:58:14","date_gmt":"2025-11-18T15:58:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=707570"},"modified":"2025-11-18T18:58:14","modified_gmt":"2025-11-18T15:58:14","slug":"the-outerwear-is-the-outfit-how-to-elevate-your-look-in-frigid-temps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=707570","title":{"rendered":"The Outerwear Is the Outfit: How to Elevate Your Look in Frigid Temps"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Outerwear Is the Outfit: How to Elevate Your Look in Frigid Temps<\/h1>\n
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    \nKelsey Stewart is a fashion and beauty writer who covers buzzy trends, celebrity style, the industry\u2019s must-have products, and more. Kelsey was also former a copywriter at Shopbop.\u00a0\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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    Published on November 10, 2025 07:00AM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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    Ready or not, winter is fast approaching. At first, you might dread the snow and below-freezing temperatures, plus the resulting style rut that can occur. (We all know what it feels like to put together a full ensemble on a frigid morning, only to have to wear a coat most of the day.) But contrary to popular belief, this is one of the best\u2014if not the<\/em> best\u2014times of the year to get dressed.\n<\/p>\n

    This is especially true this winter, in particular, as there\u2019s a plethora of playful, cold-weather-appropriate accessory trends to jazz up your outfits\u2014specifically, your trusty outerwear. While a statement coat will always be a fun choice, you needn\u2019t necessarily shell out hundreds of dollars on a new jacket. As stylist Audree Kate L\u00f3pez puts it, \u201cYou don\u2019t have to completely revamp your coat closet. Just add some personal touches to make your coat feel new this season.\u201d Ahead, Byrdie chatted with stylists to get the lowdown on seven on-trend ways to upgrade your outerwear this winter. <\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Meet the Experts<\/p>\n

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    • Audree Kate L\u00f3pez is a fashion stylist based in New York City.<\/li>\n
    • Natalie Cantell is a fashion and interiors stylist working primarily in Paris and New York City.<\/li>\n
    • Elana and Dina Solomon, aka The Solomon Sisters, are a fashion styling duo based across Miami, Los Angeles, and New York City.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      We can thank Toteme for the scarf coat, as the minimalist brand pioneered the look in 2021 with its fringe iteration. Ever since, countless brands have followed suit, and stylists can\u2019t get enough of the functional yet fashion-forward outerwear trend.\n<\/p>\n

      \u201cApparently, Toteme accidentally solved the universal dilemma of leaving scarves behind at restaurants and on subways, and at some point between 2021 and now, we reached an unspoken agreement that this shouldn\u2019t just be a trend\u2014this is the way forward,\u201d explains stylist Natalie Cantell. Not only will you automatically look put together, but thanks to this genius outerwear trend, there\u2019s no need to rummage through your closet for a scarf to match your outfit.\n<\/p>\n

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        Consider a modern brooch your secret weapon to achieving a look with loads of personality. \u201cIf you love the embellished trend, add some brooches to the lapel or swap out the generic buttons for a rhinestone or cool metallic button\u2014an easy DIY,\u201d L\u00f3pez suggests.\n<\/p>\n

        The best part about the trend? You can easily find wallet-friendly brooches at a local thrift store or on Etsy. Another option: Raid your grandma\u2019s jewelry collection (she won\u2019t mind, right?).\n<\/p>\n

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          A statement-making hat has the potential to amp up even the simplest of coats. And according to Cantell, the accessory is shaping up to be a major trend this upcoming season.\n<\/p>\n

          \u201cWe had some fun micro-trend styles last year, but something tells me this winter is going to be one big tribute to Diane Keaton and all her delightful coat-and-hat pairings,\u201d the expert tells Byrdie. The late actress was quite fond of wide-brim silhouettes\u2014a great choice for brisk fall temps. But in the teeth-chattering weather, a fluffy faux-fur style, like Kendall Jenner\u2019s hat here, will be a real game changer.\n<\/p>\n

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            There are few better feelings than bundling up in oversize outerwear when ridiculously cold weather rears its head. But to avoid looking like you\u2019re drowning in your outfit, playing with proportions is key.\n<\/p>\n

            \u201cMix a slim skirt or tailored trousers with a voluminous coat to create an elongated, streamlined silhouette; it instantly gives \u2018editor in motion\u2019 energy,\u201d say Elana and Dina Solomon (aka the Solomon sisters). From there, keep the bottom half of your look on the sleek side by finishing with luxe heels.\n<\/p>\n

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              Never underestimate the power of a belt. Though your coat may not actually require the accessory, it\u2019ll instantly give it a structured, cinched-in look. And this foolproof styling hack works with any type of outerwear, from trench coats to puffers.\n<\/p>\n

              Alternatively, if your jacket already comes with a matching belt, L\u00f3pez suggests swapping it out with a statement style (studded looks are trending, BTW) for some oomph. Psst: This technique can be useful for your knitwear, too.\n<\/p>\n

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                A blanket scarf is a surefire way to stay warm, but for something more unexpected, why not toss on a furry collar instead? The Solomon sisters, for one, love trading detachable collars for fuzzy styles.\n<\/p>\n

                For a cohesive look, choose a collar in the same color as your jacket. Alternatively, if a maximalist outfit moment is more your vibe, go with an accent in a contrasting shade. Either way, you\u2019ll look like a bona fide street-style star.\n<\/p>\n

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                  Take it from the Solomon sisters: \u201cThis season, outerwear is no longer an afterthought: It is<\/em> the outfit.\u201d Such is the case with a statement coat, like an of-the-moment leopard-print look or its even more timely cousin, fawn print.\n<\/p>\n

                  With its bold pattern, the piece will be the crux of your whole ensemble. Give it the spotlight by otherwise opting for neutral separates, such as tailored trousers, and understated, no-fuss accessories like a leather bag and oversized sunglasses.\n<\/p>\n

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                      Source URL: https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/winter-outerwear-fashion-tips-11830743<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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