Remember this post on how to dress for a job interview? I had a lot of fun rounding up wardrobe options at different price points and thought it would be helpful to do a similar post for winter essentials. I find it harder to feel put together during the winter; it’s so much more about practicality and warmth than just style. I put together a list of 10 winter essentials I couldn’t live without and found options at three different price points depending on how much you want to spend on each piece. I hope it helps give you a little direction for your shopping this month!
1. A puffer coat for the days when it’s really just too cold to function.
splurge ($845) // spend ($298) // save ($64)
2. A dress coat when you need to look polished without freezing your butt off.
splurge ($725) // spend ($256) // save ($104)
3. A cute winter beanie, because being cold is no excuse not to accessorize!
splurge ($79) // spend ($39) // save ($26)
4. Snow boots for braving the next storm.
splurge ($495 $205) // spend ($140) // save ($109)
5. Dress boots for desk-to-drinks style. (Now is not the time for stilettos!)
splurge ($325) // spend ($280 $170) // save ($140)
6. The warmest scarf you can get your hands on.
splurge ($258) // spend ($64) // save ($23)
7. A cashmere sweater or five.
splurge ($398) // spend ($188) // save ($69)
8. Black tights (which I secretly layer underneath skinny jeans!).
splurge ($55) // spend ($20) // save ($8)
9. A faux fur vest, to be worn over as many layers as possible.
splurge ($198) // spend ($154) // save ($41)
10. Gloves fit for texting.
splurge ($145) // spend ($38 $28) // save ($14)
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I am drooling over that blue and camel puffer coat!!! Loving it!!!
xo, chekara | shadesofchekara.com
I got the Tinley Scarf from your gift guide you posted for Christmas and love it! I highly recommend.
Danielle
http://ellepaigeandhenry.blogspot.com
You’ve compiled some great choices! I don’t know if you’ve researched cashmere tights yet, but with these frigid temperatures, there’s no time like the present. I’ve been wearing Wolford cashmere and silk tights for six years – a pair lasts at least two years for me – and I’m toasty warm all winter long. When the toes and heels wear out, I’ve cut the feet off and worn them as tights. Stay warm!
What?! Those sound amazing. Googling now — thanks for the rec!
Such great finds!
Xo
Peyton
perfectlytayloredblog.com
Love all your ideas. Why do you wear black tights under your skinny jeans?
For extra warmth! 🙂
It’s funny, you would think after growing up in Boston and living in NYC for 8 years that I would have more/better winter wear. I shall definitely check out your links.
Sam
Savvy City Chic
Adore the JCrew puffer coat. I think having a belt really helps tone down the marshmallow factor!
http://www.youtube.com/sparklesandsuch26
All fantastic picks! I love the fur scarf from the Piperlime sale. Can’t beat the sale price!
Ellen | A Pop of Pink
I’m loving the scarf!
xoxo
Hannah
http://www.frecklesandolives.blogspot.com
I love splurge and save posts and you always have such great taste!
Lauren,
http://www.atouchofsoutherngrace.com/
What a great post, so spot on with all these chilly temps these days!
For warm weather winter pieces I try to splurge when I can because I find the extra cost really makes a difference on the warmth factor! I have a Canada Goose and live in it all winter long, such a life saver. Same goes to Sorel Boots for snowy days, but I think classic Bean Boots will always be my favorite!
xo Nan – Simply Elegant Blog