If you are stuck in the snow like me, you probably have quickly grown bored of your winter style. Over the last few years of living in Eastern Washington, I have struggled to feel amazing in my cold weather outfits. This may just be due to my dislike of winter overall, but in 2020 I am trying to combat my style rut! Instead of dark color sweatshirts every. single. day. I’m trying out some fun colors and showing you how to layer like a pro!

Wear Neon

Gotta be honest, never thought I would be a neon person. My favorite color is black and I have spent a great deal of my life shying away from colors. However, this year I have grown to love neon, especially in green! While most people stick to black and dark colors, I think a bold color like this sweatshirt adds the perfect pop of interest to this outfit.

I also think the bright green is also ideal for boosting your mood! I know I can get grouchy in the winter when every day is cold and dark (especially up here in Washington!) so a fun sweatshirt really helps me to turn my mood around!

Layer with Fun Prints

I think the easiest way to elevate a winter outfit while also staying warm is to add a fun scarf like this one! I love the color block print even though the colors are neutral. The best outfits have contrast and variety; this scarf helps with that! Another benefit to the neutral colors is it will go with everything. I paired it here with a green coat and white sweater, but you could wear it with a thermal or anything black/white/brown. I also love how big it is, you can wear it casual like I have shown above, or you can wrap it around and stay extra toasty on a freezing cold day!

Bonus style tip! If your hair gets weird in the snow, just tuck it into the scarf!! You can also jazz up a winter outfit with a cute beanie or a fun pair of gloves. I just personally don’t like those on me 🤣

Anything Sherpa

I strongly believe one of the best trends to come out of 2019/2020 is SHERPA! I think this material is so cozy and anything I buy in sherpa has kept me insanely warm. The brand Thread and Supply does it best with their quarter zips like this one. I love how it has the kangaroo pouch and I kid you not you don’t really need a jacket when you wear this! I always am super warm in this sweatshirt and it’s the perfect throw-on item on a lazy winter day.

Play with Textures

This winter, I have also tried to play with different textures in my outfits. One way is to pair a suede boot with denim and a chunky knit like I did above. You could also wear a snake print boot with leather leggings and a giant coat to really stay warm. Although I wasn’t wearing it in this picture, I also threw on a big fuzzy coat over this outfit. Again, the big fuzz over a skinny pant is the perfect way to look chic while staying warm. The key with winter styling is to mix up textures while maintaining balance in shape. I personally like to wear skinnier pants and oversized tops because I find those to be most flattering for my body type. Definitely try to experiment with what works for you!!

Turtlenecks

Not going to lie, I was not a huge turtleneck person for the longest time. I found them to be stuffy and never really knew how to style them. Low and behold, I was influenced to buy this sweater from Free People and I seriously wear it so much!! I like how it’s not super fitted to my neck but it still keeps me warm. A thick knit like this is perfect for a chilly snow day because you stay warm while still looking chic! It’s also great for a bad hair day because it looks best with a bun 😂

I also love the oversized fit because I can eat and lounge in this piece without feeling restricted. Turtlenecks can sometimes feel like a permanent choke but when you find a piece with a larger neck hole, you are set! The wider neck also just looks flattering at goes great with scarves or a necklace.

You are Set

I hope you found these style tips to be insanely helpful! Until next time!!

XOXO,

Lauren

5 Tips to Dress for Snow