Layering is one of the emerging fashion trends under the limelight this year, allowing you to add more flair to your outfits. It’s the art of wearing multiple items on top of one another to get the perfect blend of style and comfort. Unsurprisingly, this makes it a wonderful option during the winter when you want to feel some added warmth while looking your best.
Be warned: incorrect layering can make you look like Joey in that one episode of Friends. You need to know how to go about it the right way, so here are some tips to nail winter layering this season:
Start with a comfortable base layer
Start the layering process with a very comfortable and thermally insulative base layer. Many people opt for thermal underwear during the winter season as it keeps you warm without making you sweat too much. Depending on how cold it is where you live, you may want to consider some thermal tights to go under your jeans or pants.
Keep the middle layers nice and loose
After the base layer, you’ll start adding a couple of middle layers. This year, the trend is all about big, colorful tees under spacious sweaters or hoodies. You want there to be a nice contrast in the colors of these two items to help brighten up your winter look.
Pick two colors that work well together and then layer them to get a fabulous look. Opt for a nice green t-shirt under a red women’s v-neck sweater for the perfect color combo. The v-neck drops deep to allow the t-shirt to poke through, ensuring both colors are seen together and create a fantastically festive look.
It’s all about loose fits with the middle layers; you don’t want them (or need them) to be too tight or sculpted. Winter is about coziness, so reflect this in how you wear your clothes.
Round it off with protective outer layers
Of course, it’s the winter season, so you’ll be buffeted by rain, wind, and possibly snow. The changes in weather conditions mean you need an outer layer that protects against everything. Pick up some waterproof jackets or thick puffers to cover you up and prevent a chill.
It’s a very smart idea to have a collection of winter coats to layer atop many outfits. As well as a waterproof jacket and puffer, you should get a windbreaker for the cold gusty days, a long trench coat, or a parka. Combine your outer layer with some additional accessories like gloves, a scarf, and a hat.
Just like that, you’ve layered the perfect winter outfit. It gives you all the practicality you need to remain toasty in the colder months, merged with enough style to help you stand out and express yourself. The beauty of layering is that you can wear your outfit in a couple of ways. You have the closed-off approach when you’re outside and then the open approach when you unzip the outer layer inside. You’ll also have many fun ways to mix and match different items in your wardrobe to layer them in all kinds of styles for different winter outfits!
