I like denims, however within the winter I normally need nothing to do with them. The considered having to put on inflexible denim within the chilly is sort of an excessive amount of to bear.

I’m being *barely* dramatic, however when it’s super-cold exterior all I care about is being comfy and, extra necessary, heat. And I’ve discovered one of the simplest ways to do that is to put on sweater clothes and boots…all. Winter. Lengthy.

coat | sweater costume | boots | bag

Sweater clothes are my go-to for winter outfits. They’re comfortable, heat, and a straightforward strategy to look put collectively with out truly having to consider it. And in contrast to denims, I don’t need to overthink the entire boot-pairing state of affairs. Moon Boots, UGG boots, Sorels, over-the-knee, ankle booties, lug-soled — they allll work with sweater clothes.

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I’m all the time on the hunt for a great sweater costume. There are a handful I like under, plus a latest article of mine the place I attempted seven sweater clothes below $100!

And when it’s actually chilly I can layer a pair of leggings beneath for added heat (like my favourite Polartec leggings from Athleta).

Right here’s how I’ve been carrying them this winter…

1. With Over-The-Knee Boots (& A Matching Bag) 

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This look would not work in Marquette, Michigan’s frigid February, but it surely’s an ideal transition outfit for spring or fall. I sometimes layer a sweater costume over my all-time favourite undergarment/tank prime/bra cami, Hanro’s Attract Bra Camisole (learn all about how wonderful that one is right here), and boy-short lingerie or a bra and mini slip (this one’s my favourite) to maintain issues easy.

This yr I’ve been swapping my typical black boots and luggage for ivory over-the-knee boots and love the lighter look.

2. With A Fake-Fur Coat & Lace Tights

comparable coat | sweater costume | boots | bag

I imply…if there are two items I must have for my winter wardrobe, it’s a tremendous faux-fur jacket and a pair of lace tights. Fake fur makes every little thing higher (and hotter!), and lace tights will be worn with sweater clothes, below distressed denims, and with midi clothes so as to add a bit of heat in winter.

3. With A Colourful Coat & Heat Moon Boots

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Moon Boots are a should in frigid temps. I’ve tried alllll the winter/cold-weather/snow boots on the market, and these are by far the warmest footwear I’ve ever worn. And I’ve been loving the colourful coat tendencies this yr!

4. With Over-The-Knee UGGs & A Heat Puffer

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These Uggs are considered one of my most-worn boots of the winter — since first getting them in 2020. They not make this model, however I like the convertible UGG boots that may be worn three other ways (they usually’re on sale!).

This SAM. jacket can be on sale — over $100 off! — and I LOVE it. The stand collar, zip pockets, thumbhole cuffs, every little thing. (It runs small, so measurement up.)

5. With A Lengthy Fake-Fur Coat

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A fake-fur coat — once more. Including a bit size to my sweater-dress outfits lets me get away with naked legs.

6. With A Lengthy Fake-Leather-based Puffer & UGGs For Final Heat

comparable coat | sweater costume | comparable boots

That is my go-to search for operating errands or faculty pickup when it’s actually chilly out. The size of the faux-leather puffer coat, and the heat of the UGG boots retains the frigid temps at bay.

7. With A Assertion Puffer & Wedge Boots

comparable coat | sweater costume | leggings | comparable boots

A barely dressier look, but it surely’s simply as heat. The colour of this lengthy puffer coat provides a little bit of enjoyable, and Sorel wedge boots are a bit sleeker — and equally as comfortable.

8. With A Flannel Button-Up & Leather-based Moto Jacket

comparable jacket | sweater costume | comparable shirt | leggings | comparable boots

When the climate isn’t loopy chilly, I like layering a flannel or button-up below a moto jacket to vary issues up a bit. The sweater costume retains issues heat beneath.

9. With A Lengthy Cardigan & Over-The-Knee Boots

comparable cardigan | sweater costume | boots | tights | bag

I’ve been carrying this lengthy cardigan SO a lot this yr, I purchased it twice. In the identical shade. I’ve discovered a maxi cardigan like this to be extremely versatile, and it’s the proper lighter layer for when the climate warms up a bit. And including OTK boots over leggings retains issues heat and modern.

Again to prime

In conclusion…sweater clothes + boots, FOREVER.

XOXO,

Scotti