Easy winter outfit inspiration

Getting dressed when it’s freezing outside often means reaching for one of the two same roll neck jumper and your biggest puffer. But sub-zero temperatures don’t have to mean sub-standard fashion; with a few easy styling tricks you can freshen up your cold-weather wardrobe. Here’s how to style your way out of a winter dressing rut.

Learning to winterise (yes, it’s a word) your spring/summer dresses will suddenly open up a wealth of new outfit options. Case in point: try a favourite floral midi over a roll-neck or lightweight cashmere knit, and finish with ankle boots. The same smart layering works just as well under a jumpsuit or pinafore dress.

Cold weather often sees us reaching (automatically) for a uniform of black, grey and navy. Yet, at this time of year, one of the fashion set's most-beloved looks is an all-white ensemble that conveys a sense of polished luxury. You don’t have to wear head-to-toe white; think tonal, with touches of beige, oatmeal and tan. 

Your favourite chunky knit is like a best friend in the winter months. But, before you unthinkingly pair it with jeans, consider mixing things up with a midi skirt. Just add biker boots or loafers for a chic nod to high-low styling that looks simultaneously cool and put-together.

When a winter coat doesn't hit the right note, the gilet is a cold-weather hero; the perfect warm bolt-on that won’t cover up your entire fashion-forward outfit. Choose from a practical-looking, down-filled style or a statement-making shaggy sheepskin to make any jacket or blazer winter-worthy.

The versatile roll-neck is a winter wardrobe saviour. Slip this unassuming knit underneath a blazer or a shirt for a contemporary take on smart casual. Or for off-duty style, try under a cardigan or a sleeveless dress for effortless winterisation.

Dopamine dressing is never more important than when it’s grim outside. When you’re relying heavily on winter coats, look to accessories to make a style impact. Bundle up with a blue scarf, show off a flash of a vivid green jumper, or top your look off with a bright bag to shake off the winter blues.

Think knee-high boots aren’t for you? Listen up, because they can be the secret weapon to winning at cold-weather dressing. Utility styles can negate the need for tights when worn with midi skirts, while riding boots and opaques add warmth when wearing a mini.