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These hues also look great with black, of course, but they also complement each other, as well as other neutral colours like navy and shades of white and cream. Metallic silver (another mainstay on the runways) looks more sophisticated than ever, and for a textural juxtaposition, pairs perfectly with denim and cashmere. Along with a requisite sequins or velvet moment, we also love it for holiday dressing. Valentino and Givenchy showcased a lot of plush velvet, sleek silk-satin and shearling for both day and evening wear, proving the versatility these styles will always have in our wardrobes.
Building your winter capsule wardrobe is the ultimate secret to mastering personal style during the colder months. It not only maximises outfit potential but the layering and mixing and matching options are endless. But before succumbing to impulse buys (because winter clothes are expensive!), revisit what’s already in your closet and figure out what fall purchases you made that’ll definitely still work for the foreseeable future. From there you can decide what’s missing or past its prime. The winter season is a long one, but below you’ll find all our tested and endorsed layering pieces and other winter wardrobe essentials for making this time of year your warmest, most stylish one yet.
The best winter coats are selling out fast! & Other Stories’ funnel-collar wool coat delivers sophisticated designer vibes, and is great quality for the price. If you want to snag a high-quality style for less than £100, be sure to check out options from Marks and Spencer. Their £75 textured buckle coat is a fashion editor must (and looks endlessly more expensive than it actually is). For more of a splurge, consider a piece from Reiss Atelier, Rains or Totême – a buzzy brand our senior shopping editor loves.
The Long-Sleeve Knit Top
“The perfect in-between when temps are mild enough that you can get away with wearing a snuggly coat and a single layer. My eye is firmly on the viral Intimissimi cashmere boat neck tops ever since seeing it on Kendall Jenner – I need them in every colour immediately.” – Karina Marriott, freelancer and stylist.
The Winter Leggings
The time for warm leggings is now. Lululemon’s Align pants aren’t the thickest of the bunch, but they hold up just fine when paired with a long coat or puffer. If you’re after a pair of fleece lined leggings, Marks’ Heatgen Medium Fleece Thermal Leggings are a bestseller for good reason: lightweight yet so warm, stretchy and high-waisted. Obsessed.
The easiest way to dabble in trends of the season is with a knit — and we’re loving the ones from COS, Reformation and Arket. Hush and Aligne also have great everyday knitwear options for minimalists and maximalists alike.
Bundle up in one of the season’s best duvet coats — Vuori has a great active option, Grace Beverley’s TALA just released a convertible iteration which made over £1million in sales in its first hour live, while a North Face puffer jacket will be an investment you enjoy for years to come.
Tailored trousers are a non-negotiable in any winter capsule wardrobe in my opinion. This season we’re seeing the influence of 90s minimalism come back strong with sleek, well-cut trousers dominating both runways and street style. Whether you’re aiming for casual vibes or more of a polished office look, tailored trousers will always deliver that balance of timeless style and versatility.