by Quin Woodward-Pu
With the majority of the United States getting hit with a snow storm, even warmer areas like the South and Midwest are experiencing freezing temperatures and unpleasant precipitation. Instead of throwing on some old itchy wool scarf that smells like moth balls and an unflattering puffy coat, find a few more fashionable ways to keep yourself toasty in even the coldest of climates. The key is layering, but you can also take advantage of this snowy season’s need for cute accessories that can be mixed and matched for multiple ensembles.
Begin with a few base layers that are fitted, so they won’t add bulk, but thermal, so they’ll provide you with some heat. Long underwear is itchy and antiquated, but newer inventions like thermal leggings are both stylish and functional. Try some from the hip undergarments designer P. J. Salvage.
In addition to leggings, a thermal camisole will keep you warm without adding the bulk of a turtle neck or a knobby sweater. Available in luxurious lace trimmed cashmere from Marks and Spencer, this camisole is a luxury item with real value.
Instead of wearing uncomfortable jeans that stay soaked when wet by freezing rain or snow, try pants in a more water resistant material. For men, slacks that are stain resistant tend to wick away water. While originally stain resistant pants were only offered in industrial worker’s pants, more high end brands such as Brooks Brothers have begun offering this innovative technology for clothing as stylish as the rest of its line. For women, leather pants are both very warm and relatively impenetrable by water. They’re also great for both day and night, but just be sure to keep accessories and the rest of the ensemble appropriate for the time of day and when transitioning to cocktail hour.
Accessories like scarves and gloves are as old as playdates over Christmas break in elementary school, but a grown up way to stay even warmer is with sophisticated items like rabbit fur earmuffs or a hat that’s stylish enough to be the headgear of choice for a James Bond movie villain.
You can even get furs dyed in unexpected colors like baby pink or fashion forward aubergine for added punch. Just be sure to keep your furs to one texture and in complimentary shades when putting together your perfect winter ensemble.
Armed with these tips to stay warm, streamlined, and fashionable this season, you’ll be the best dressed while playing in the snow. Forget uncomfy angora sweaters and boring gray wool coats, the newest looks are colorful and made of natural, sumptuous fabrics for your most effortlessly glamorous outfits ever.
