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Winter Survival Style
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items The cold and darkness of the winter can be hard for those of us in the North. Why not brighten it up with some new cozy sweaters and outfits?
Sections
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Outerwear
Cozy home
Sweater weather
Winter boots
Warm cozy socks and slippers
Layers
Outerwear
There are coats, gloves, hats, and scarves for different activities of winter. Invest in good quality classic pieces and they’ll last for years.
I love a good collab. Woolrich is a legacy brand synonymous with quality and warmth. This floral puffer jacket is trendy and gorgeous and will keep me warm all winter long!
Women's Floral Puffer Jacket - Woolrich x Target Blue XL
Target x Woolrich blue beanie adds a warm chic touch to your winter outerwear. I love this shade of blue and know it will keep me warm this winter.
Adult Beanie - Woolrich x Target Blue
These are my go to gloves for driving because they’re warm and soft but not bulky. So luxurious; my hands turn red with lower quality yarn. These are worth the cost - you’ll use them every day for years.
rag & bone Blake Stripe Layered Gloves
Weirdly mittens can be warmer than gloves. These Ugg gloves are soft and warm and fluffy. When you’re going for winter hikes or standing outside for an event or sitting in a cold hockey arena, reach for your Ugg mittens.
UGG® Genuine Shearling Lined Mittens
I prefer a nice warm headband to a hat (hello static!). Keeps you just as warm and protects you from helmet hair. This one is my go to.
Women’s Oh Mega Headband | The North Face
For those really cold days and if you’ll be outside for a while, a beanie is needed to keep your whole head warm. This one from the North Face is high quality and so cute. Great brand for the great North.
Urban Switch Beanie | The North Face
Gloves are getting smarter. No more taking the glove off so you can text your friend. Now we have e tip gloves that work almost as well as your own fingertips. Keep those fingertips warm without sacrificing your screen time. These are my favorite for...
Etip™ Recycled Gloves | The North Face
Ok this is on the pricey side but hear me out. Statement piece. Soft. Quality. Classic. You’ll use it for years so the cost per wearing will be minimal. And you’ll get ALL the compliments.
Mila Plaid Cashmere Scarf
I love these gloves with two layers; I didn't know I needed them until I had them. Use one or the other or wear them together, depending on your activities and the temperature outside. High quality gloves are worth the cost, hands down.
rag & bone Blake Stripe Layered Gloves
If you live in a cold climate, several pairs of mittens and gloves are essential. These are great for commuting and day to day errands that allow you to use your fingers and don't get you too hot.
Isto Hand Warmer
I love these mittens for walks in the winter; they keep my fingers so warm!
Cozy Mitten
I don't generally like scarves, but this one feels like a weighted blanket around my neck. It stays in place, looks great, and the cost is affordable too.
HEATTECH Lined Padded Scarf | UNIQLO US
Cozy home
Cold winter nights get a little brighter with a few things for your cozy evenings.
Capri Blue sets the standard to upgrade your candle game and brighten your winter nights.
Capri Blue Volcano Snowflake Glass Candle
This cozy pink blanket gives some brightness and whimsy to keep warm all winter.
Diane Knitted Icon Throw Blanket
Give your home a healthy glow with this table lamp. I love this in my living room in the evenings for a soft light.
PureGlow USB Salt Lamp
This is a must for me during the dark winter months. I use it in the mornings to help counteract the dark days and nights and I do believe it helps me a lot.
HappyLight Lumi Light Therapy Lamp
Sweater weather
Northern winters require a selection of winter sweaters to stay warm inside and out. Here are some of my favorite styles that are versatile and comfortable enough to wear with work skirts, jeans, or leggings.
This piece elevates your sweater style with comfort, function, and color on point.
Sanctuary Color block Sweater
I want to wear this sweater every week this winter. It's soft, versatile, and a great color to pair with any long-sleeved top and jeans.
Madewell Bomber Cardigan Sweater
You'll reach for this sweater all winter long - cozy and soft!
MOHAIR LIKE CABLE V-NECK SWEATER
Living in a cold climate means you understand the importance of layering in winter! Get yourself some high quality base layers like this Smartwool one to wear under sweaters throughout the winter. You’ll stay warm when the cold air tries to chill you...
Women's Classic All-Season Merino Base Layer Long Sleeve
Layers are an essential part of your winter wardrobe. Lululemon has some great pieces like this one that get regular use every winter. I get several colors to get me through the cold months.
Hold Tight Long-Sleeve Shirt | Women's Long Sleeve Shirts | lululemon
So comfortable. So Lilly.
Ballad Cotton Sweatshirt | Lilly Pulitzer
I love this sweater for layering; could be used as a jacket in the fall, but also a great layering piece in the colder winter months.
Catch Feelings Sweater
Cashmere is quiet luxury, and this cable knit version is fun and different. Love mine in red.
Mongolian Cashmere Shrunken Cable Crewneck Sweater in Varsity Red
Classic. Gorgeous.
Mongolian Cashmere Crewneck Sweater in Ivory
Show me a winter boot that doesn’t look like a winter boot but keeps your feet warm and dry.
Here you go!
https://www.nordstromrack.com/s/7953007/write-revi...
I love these for a little color during the winter months. And you know this is a trusted brand and they’ll keep your feet from freezing.
Nordstrom Rack Product Page - 8165988 (Color 247, Size 8, Width M)
Winter boots
If you have to wear boots for several months, you need a few styles to go with a variety of outfits and occasions.
Wear them with your smartwool socks to keep extra toasty warm and dry.
A winter wardrobe is not complete without a few pairs of boots. Ugg boots are fluffy, warm, and easy to put on and take off. They’re great for day to day living through the winter.
UGG® Classic Short Lunara Boot (Women)
These Sorels are good for walking and navigating snow and ice throughout the winter. Use them for shoveling and light outdoor activities. Pair them with smartwool socks for even more warmth.
SOREL Joan of Arctic Waterproof Boot (Women)
This hiking boot doubles as a winter boot option with great traction. My college kid loves this pair for trekking across campus.
https://www.nordstromrack.com/s/8568095/write-revi...
Warm cozy socks and slippers
Winter requires extra care to keep your feet warm. Invest in a variety of good slippers and socks to get you through those chilly days and nights.
These are luxurious. Big upgrade from your cotton crew socks and so much warmer and cozier. I love mine.
Beige - Love Cashmere Crew
Smartwool socks are worth their weight in gold. They last forever and keep your feet warm and toasty throughout the winter. I love these striped ones; they fit great under your winter boots.
Smartwool Everyday Spruce Street Crew Socks
These socks are great to wear with your winter booties; I have them in several colors and styles!
Smartwool Everyday Cable Ankle Socks
This pair is one of my favorites. These socks keep you warm without being too tight.
HEATTECH Socks | Fair Isle | UNIQLO US
These keep my feet warm (but not too warm) and I love that they're open in the back so they're easy to slip on and off. So fluffy.
Snowball Slippers
Smartwool socks are one of the best winter investments you can make. I have so many pairs and they last for years! They keep your toes from freezing when you’re out and about. So important. So worth the price.
Find the Best Wool Socks With Our Online Sock Finder | Smartwool ®
Layers
Women's Merino Blend Bralette 2-pack
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This Uniqlo bra top is comfortable and works well under sweaters, t-shirts, and blouses. Such a great staple to keep you warm and protected from the elements.
AIRism Bra Top | UNIQLO US
I love these cashmere blend layering tops. Affordable and so warm to layer with sweaters in the winter.
HEATTECH Extra Warm Cashmere Blend T-Shirt | Scoop Neck | UNIQLO US
This is one of the most versatile tops in my wardrobe and it comes in so many gorgeous colors to match all my sweaters!
HEATTECH Cashmere Blend T-Shirt | Extra Warm | UNIQLO US