Winter wonders
Most of the time the first thing most people think about when it comes to winter style are skinny jeans, heavy boots, and lots of knitwear, but let’s face it, such combos are boring. Even though fashion shows aren’t always directly applicable to your everyday style that doesn’t mean you can’t glean some inspiration and make them your own. The Week spotted some winter trends you can try; ones that are surprisingly practical during the colder months.
No fuss style
Long bomber jacket: Rs 5800
Sweater t-shirt: Rs 3500
White Zara converse: Rs 4500
Dress it up
Think dresses are only for warmer weathers? Think again! This kind of tight long skirts make for the best options. You can wear it in a 90’s minimalist chic spirit. They are made of knit but can also be found in jersey material and it hugs your body in all the right places. Since it is also stretchable, you can don’t have to worry about it being uncomfortable.
Grey skirt: Rs 4800
Light grey coat: Rs 8000
Zara heels: Rs 6990
Fringe it Right
Green fringe top: Rs 2000
Leather pant: Rs 4500
Ankle boot: Rs 6550
Snug and comfy
Oversized sweater: Rs 3500
Strip t-shirt: Rs 2500
Pants and boots: models own
The new classic
Camel coat: Rs 8500
White pant: Rs 2500
Gold strap shoes: Rs 3600
Breakthrough with color
Lavender coat: Rs 6500
Blue bag: Rs 4500
This season we tend to see many people dropping the ball when it comes to their style. While some struggle with making their winter wardrobe more fashionable, there are some who assume, it doesn’t matter – it’s winter and at the end of the day, everybody is just wearing a coat. But that’s not right.
Regardless of the weather and temperature fluctuations, style and warmth don’t have to be mutually exclusive. You can still inject a few style basics into your wardrobe that seamlessly combines handsome form and functional utility. With every season comes new style guidelines, and winter has its very own set of fashion blunders. So here are a few faux pas you might want to steer off in the coming months
Puffer jackets with a dressy outfit
Your outerwear should not be an afterthought. It is most unfortunate when ladies step out in their evening best wrapped up in a casual overcoat. Talk about mixed messages. First impressions mean a lot and your outerwear is a big element for winter dressing. Your coat should reflect the outfit you have on underneath it – so, if you’re rocking a dress and heels, opt for a fitted wool coat with chic buttons.
Layering the wrong way
Layering is key during winter. It’s probably the only way to look great whilst staying warm. Unfortunately though, there are some people who just get the look completely wrong. The art of layering is incredibly important to get right – and the rule is simple: Don’t overdo it. Even if you want to experiment with your look, don’t go too color and pattern crazy.
Leggings as pants
Don’t get us wrong, leggings are fine for winter – as long as your top covers your behind. Just remember: Leggings do not equal pants. Say no to cropped sweaters that hit at your waist and try to treat your leggings like hosiery. If there’s no structure or zipper to them, they’re more like tights than pants. Leave something to the imagination.
Not being fashionably sensible
This is something we really don’t understand and something that we see happening all too often; people who don’t even acknowledge that it’s winter, it’s nighttime and that it’s actually really very cold. Every now and then we see people especially at parties walking around in flimsy dresses, cut off sari blouses, or thin sweaters. This might not only cause health issues but you also actually look pretty ridiculous as well.
Wearing the wrong accessory
Being bundled up doesn’t mean you can’t accessorize. But this is something that we see being done all too commonly. One can’t accessorize the way they do in the summers. You have to be mindful of the clothes you are wearing as well. If your earrings or necklaces can’t be seen over the layers, what’s the point? Scarves, hats, gloves usually make for more appropriate accessories during these cold days.
Wearing shapeless coats
Stylists around the world confess they have a bone to pick with those trendy, albeit shapeless, overcoats that don’t do the feminine silhouette any favors. There is always a thin line between looking fashionable or just boxy. Recognize which side you are standing on. Coats regardless of the trend must flatter your silhouette.
Location: Grazia, Tangal, Naxal
Model: Binita Oli
Text: Priyanka Gurung
Photos: Pratik Rayamajhi
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