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It’s hard enough to get out of bed in winter, let alone put any real effort into your aesthetic. I mean, once you’re warmly dressed in the morning there’s no way you’re gonna go back to the undies stage (and the bloody cold, mind you) just so your outfit’s more on point.
That’s why this article is all about additions to your pre-existing outfit – if anything, you’re going to be much warmer after whacking the below on top of your stock-standard monochrome or snore-worthy jeans and knit go-to.
You’re already dressed. You’re already warm. So you’ve literally got no excuse.
BEEF UP THE JEWELLERY
Chances are you got your ears pierced when you were under the age of 10 like 99.9% of the population. And even if you haven’t worn earring in yonks, you can still stab ’em through with a little added pressure. Try not to hurt yourself, but dress those lobes should they allow it. Oh, and don’t waste the effort with hella basic, hella year-9 sleepers or bèbè studs – go all-out with shoulder-grazing jewels that’ll make even the most boring of outfits appear interesting. Jewellery is, quite legitimately, a minimalist-who-hates-’emself-for-it’s dream.
I suggest earrings (like these HERE) over necklaces and bracelets and such as they can get lost in all the overwhelming layering of winter. No point putting in all the effort if it’s going to go unnoticed, hey.
GET CREATIVE WITH YR DENIM
Stuck in a jeans-and-tee/jumper rut? Seriously, so fine. It’s chilly, we don’t expect some magical ensemble when you’ve gotta cover your skin head-to-toe. But if you’re wearing jeans anyway you may as well decorate them and no, we don’t mean with diamantes a la’ Paris Hilton‘s naughties phase (that um, never really came to and end). Chuck on a belt.
A big buckle, like the Gucci one above, is the way to go – don’t do it half-asses. Who knows, you might even save someone from seeing your bum crack in the chic process! Win-win!
OPT FOR IN-YO-FACE FOOTWEAR
Shoes are a lot more oh hey in the brisk months because well, there’s a lot more coverage than a summer sandal showing off it’s veins and toenails and such. Use this to your advantage and buy a killer pair of boots, preferably in a print, texture or colour if you really want to get your Instagram followers hot and heavy. A few faves? Snakeskin (like these Wittner ones HERE), floral, croc, pony hair (all faux, of course) or an in-ya-face red. It’ll give your go-to monochrome get-up purpose. And that’s all we look for in this life isn’t it? Purpose.
If you really can’t do the colour thing? Think thigh-high, shin-high and lace-up.
WRAP YOURSELF UP IN CHIC
Made famous by Lenny Kravitz, the blanket scarf will not only make you feel like you’re in bed while you’re out of it, but it’s also big enough to give your the same statement confidence that statement shirt can. What can we say? Yes Lenny, we *are* gunna go your way.
If you are looking for a more impactful finish to your look, coats are always a solid investment – heck I’ve been using mine for three seasons straight and hold no shame. Yes, they’re expensive but the cost-per-wear is high with this one. Plus, you don’t have to go back to the undergarments should you change your mind while wearing it. For than reason alone, take a risk with a bold-coloured coat like this one HERE.
GET REAL SHADY
Sunnies are such an easy (and healthy) way to spice up your basic life. Coloured and mirrored lenses are popping off rn, so what a good excuse to inject some colour into your strictly black and white vibe, you know? Taste the rainbow by like, wearing it. This pair HERE is a good combo of both the trends.
Stay warm, stay chic fam.
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Photo: Getty / Christian Vierig.
