Dos and Don’ts of How to Dress for Winter For Women
Nothing can lift your spirits quite like putting on a new outfit on a cold, dark winter day. While you might be tempted to hide under bulky sweatpants and hoodies, you don’t have to sacrifice style during the colder months to stay warm.Â
DO
1. Layer with intention
Not all tights are created equally and we’re quite positive you’ll be wearing a pair this winter. When choosing tights to wear, go for ones that are more opaque. They will provide you with more warmth than those that are more see-through. These more opaque tights help to elongate your legs and also look great with short or tall boots as well as close-toed block heels.Â
2. Choose dresses that have a wrap or fit-and-flare silhouette
These styles will help to conceal any unwanted midsection lines created from wearing tights.
 The wrap dress is one of the most flattering silhouettes available and looks amazing on everyone. Consider stocking up on our Lisa dress, as she can be worn anywhere from daily activities like work and to special occasions. During the winter, we recommend opting for our Lisa dresses with three-quarter sleeves.Â
Fit-and-flare dresses are the perfect style when figuring out how to dress for winter. They aren’t tight through your midsection so you can feel at ease no matter what you’re doing on any given winter day. An even better fit-and-flare dress when figuring out how to dress for 40 degree weather is a Maggie sweater dress. Sweater dresses provide you with chic warmth so you can go about your day from work to a cozy movie at the theaters or out shopping for gifts.Â
3. When all you want is to wear your comfiest pants out, opt for chic full-length jumpsuits
When you don’t feel like wearing a dress but want to look polished and put together, reach for your jumpsuit. Jumpsuits make a perfect winter wardrobe essential, as they can be dressed up or down for any occasion. Plus, you can easily winterize them by adding an undershirt or tossing on a sweater, cardigan, or jacket for additional warmth. Complete the look with heels and a clutch for the evening or a blazer and a tote for work.Â
4. Treat your scarf as an intriguing accessory, not just a layer of warmth
When learning how to dress for winter, a scarf will always be part of the outfit. But you can learn to wrap it in a way that it becomes an integral part of your outfit as well.Â
Consider the scarf’s length and thickness. This will play an essential role in how to wear a scarf with a dress. The most polished look will be to do a double wrap. That means, you tie the scarf twice around your neck and then tie a knot at the front. But if you’re looking for more unique ways on how to wear a scarf with a dress, a simple google search will provide you with a multitude of ideas. Just type in “Different ways to tie a scarf for winter.”
DON’T
1. Don’t shy away from colors
Winter months are already drab enough so why not wear some color to liven your (and passersby) spirits. While you won’t want to wear pastels or shockingly vibrant colors, there are appropriate color schemes for winter. The most popular colors to wear in the winter are Jewel tones. They pair well with black, dark grey, denim, navy and brown hues, which means you can mix and match with items you likely already have in your closet for winter. You can also learn how to style jewel tones in our helpful style guide here.
2. Avoid too many accessories
Wearing too much jewelry in the winter is more of a hassle than it’s worth. Necklaces and dangly earrings get stuck in scarves, statement rings get tangled in gloves. Instead, wear dainty jewelry that adds flare to your outfit without getting in the way or causing stress when removing layers.Â
3. Leave cotton items for warmer monthsÂ
Cotton easily absorbs moisture which can leave you feeling even more cold. Instead, make sure you’re wearing clothing that feels weighty and comfortable at the same time.Â
4. When it comes to footwear, choose safety
It’s important to look fashionable, but you should never sacrifice safety for the sake of style. High heels or flimsy shoes might look great, but can be dangerous and uncomfortable in winter months. Instead, choose boots or booties, close toed block heels, or chic sneakers for style, practicality and warmth.Â
Stay Chic This Winter!
Learning how to dress for winter shouldn’t feel like a chore. When dressing for winter, the best advice is to find styles that make you feel great, then layer with tights, sweaters, scarves, boots, jackets, etc. Below are some of our favorite styles you can make your own this winter:
