1. Invest in Outerwear

A nice coat that you absolutely love will not only keep you warm, but you’ll always feel fashionable when you wear it. Outerwear is one of the only items that you should always invest in, because they better quality they are, the warmer you’ll stay!

2. And Accessories

Outerwear accessories are almost as important as outerwear itself. You can match your hats, scarves, and gloves to both your coat and your actual outfit. Stores like Target and Forever 21 have a variety of affordable and cute outerwear accessories that you’ll actually be excited to wear!

3. Wear Layers

Learning to layer can always be tricky, but once you’ve figured it out, you’ll love how stylish you look! There’s something about layering that instantly makes anyone look more stylish, and it also keeps you warm during the winter, making it a perfect tip to stay stylish during those cold-weather days!

4. Go Wool

Last year where I live was one of the coldest winters we’d ever experienced. As a result, we had to learn how to stay warm, and fast. One way that I stayed warm yet stylish was investing in humane (yes, it exists!) wool. There are so many different wool-lined pieces that you can include into your wardrobe. For example, there are wool-lined socks, tights, sweaters, and coats. If there’s something that you think it’s warm enough, look for wool-lined options and you’ll definitely find something!

5. Add Some Color

A lot of people shy away from bright colors during the winter months. That’s understandable, but try to break free from that. If you’re not ready to go for the bright colors, try pastels. Pastel outerwear is absolutely everywhere this year. Taylor Swift just wore a baby blue coat out and about that had everyone running for their nearest Forever 21. Try out pastels to start adding color to your wardrobe this season!

6. Wear the Right Shoes

You can wear warm shoes without having to sacrifice your personal style! I don’t think it’s possible to survive a harsh winter without a great pair of boots, so that should be first on your list. Skip the Van’s and other lightweight shoes, and immediately switch to your favorite pair of boots when the weather starts cooling off. Your feet will rejoice (and be frostbite free!)

7. Wear a Belt

Outerwear can be incredibly bulky in the winter. There’s no getting around that. No one ever claimed that a puffy winter coat was always fashionable! That being said, that doesn’t need to be the case! There are ways to get around the bulk of winter coats. If you don’t love your winter coat and can’t afford to invest in a new one, add a belt to give your bulky winter coat some shape!

What are your tips for staying stylish in the winter? Give each other some new ideas in the comments!