What do you wear when you’re as bored with your wardrobe as you are with the season? Pairing beautiful basics promises a foolproof winter outfit!
Let me take a moment to be brutally honest with you. As much as I’ve always liked winter (and honestly, I do), at a certain point – usually around the middle of January – I start to become bored with my closet. There’s only so many combinations of sweater + pants + coat + boots I can wear before it seems as though I’ve run out of options. However, I believe that so much of my struggle stemmed from the colors and patterns I was trying to make work together. While I love a vibrant green sweater or a pair of gingham pants, they’re not always the most conducive when trying to mix and match to create unique outfits each day.
This year, I took on the task of stocking up on basics, in mostly neutral colors. Lots of black, white, brown, and gray started making their way into my closet. This is super unusual for me, because I’ve always been one to love wearing lots of color. It was a tricky transition, and I “cracked” when I began adding more red hues. Then I realized that I didn’t need to smack my own wrist for wanting pops of color every once in a while. I just found a way to incorporate those brighter tones so I was left with only easily-matched pieces.
Outfit Details
coat c/o Chicwish | similar bodysuit | pants | heels | similar hat | bag | belt | necklace | earrings c/o Sugarfix
This chic, street-style look makes me feel like a million bucks.
In fact, I’d go so far as to say this particular ensemble is a 100% foolproof winter outfit. I started with my favorite pair of denim, then added a mock-neck bodysuit. Those two items alone create a dynamite duo that’s incredibly flattering and can be styled numerous ways. Then I got to layering and accessorizing. A combo of gold and black jewelry, belt, hat, bag, and shoes all matched together, but weren’t overpowering. The final touch? My new favorite winter coat. I knew I’d love this coat the moment I saw it on the Chicwish website. What I didn’t know was that it would be not only stylish, but incredibly warm! The lining is quilted, and the day these photos were shot was a windy, chilly one. I was so thankful to have this particular outerwear with me! It’s currently $88 and in stock from sizes XS-XL (fits true to size, and I’m a XS for reference).
I felt so confident in this outfit, and that confidence was only boosted when I walked into a local café and the barista told me that I looked super stylish. Such a compliment! It made me grateful that I had invested in those beautiful, basic pieces that make my wardrobe so much easier to rifle through. No more debating over which product to pair with which. I’m wondering if I need to take this skill into the spring and summer!
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That winter coat is perfect. Makes the outfit really pop, but then the shoes and hat take it over the top!
This is such a great classic outfit! I love love love the blazer!!
xo, Hillary | hillheady.com
That winter coat is perfect. Makes the outfit really pop, but then the shoes and hat take it over the top!
Honestly adore this outfit. The blazer is so chic, especially for the winter time!!
This is such a great classic outfit! I love love love the blazer!!
xo, Hillary | hillheady.com
I wish I can love Winter as much as you do. I definitely get in a rut in Winter. It’s brutally cold and everything is blah! But I do agree that stocking up in basics is the best way to look put together no matter what. You look so chic!
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Honestly adore this outfit. The blazer is so chic, especially for the winter time!!
My entire wardrobe is made up of basics and I love it! It means that nearly everything is interchangeable and complements each other, which makes getting dressed SO much easier. There’s nothing better than a good pair of jeans that you can wear day in, day out and not get sick of!
Love everything about this outfit!! This coat is such a great Fall and Winter staple, and I love the length. So chic!
Kileen
cute & little
My entire wardrobe is made up of basics and I love it! It means that nearly everything is interchangeable and complements each other, which makes getting dressed SO much easier. There’s nothing better than a good pair of jeans that you can wear day in, day out and not get sick of!
Love everything about this outfit!! This coat is such a great Fall and Winter staple, and I love the length. So chic!
Kileen
cute & little
I love this outfit so much Stephanie!! Good quality basics are a great foundation. You look so chic!
Xo, Deanie
Deanie Michelle
I LOVE you in this style, Stephanie! Those jeans are calling my name – just bookmarked them 😉
This is so cute! It’s so hard to look cute AND stay warm haha.
I love this outfit so much Stephanie!! Good quality basics are a great foundation. You look so chic!
Xo, Deanie
Deanie Michelle
I LOVE you in this style, Stephanie! Those jeans are calling my name – just bookmarked them 😉
This is so cute! It’s so hard to look cute AND stay warm haha.
LOVING this outfit, Stephanie! You look so chic and ready to tackle the world.
ummmmmm…this outfit looks amazing on you!! Totally going to have to copy it, super cute!
Hannah Shanae
You can’t go wrong with a chic look like this! My favorite has to be the coat…love it on you!
xx, Danielle
I love great accessories to elevate the basics – nothing beats a hat in my opinion, and your coat is fabulous.
Chic on the Cheap
How adorable are you in your hat! I’m also obsessed with this jacket. This is the cutest look.
I love great accessories to elevate the basics – nothing beats a hat in my opinion, and your coat is fabulous.
Chic on the Cheap
I love this entire outfit! I love the jacket, but those heels are calling my name!
You are rockin’ this outfit. I love it. Especially that purse.
I love this outfit! The coat is so so cute!
I love my go-to jeans, heels and blazers! Such a good outfit for anything – a meeting running errands, brunch, etc!
I would totally wear that look from head to toe! I love the simple, elegant, and chic silhouette!!
So friggin cute! I’m a huge fan of oversized blazer so this outfit is right up my alley
I love my go-to jeans, heels and blazers! Such a good outfit for anything – a meeting running errands, brunch, etc!
So friggin cute! I’m a huge fan of oversized blazer so this outfit is right up my alley
well this could be my favorite outfit of all time too LOL you look amazing.
This is such a cute outfit! I love that coat. I need to get some shopping done to revamp my winter wardrobe!
The jacket is adorable. I would definitely wear that.
This is classic winter and I LOVE it. That is such a great coat. It looks warm, but doesn’t add a lot of extra bulk, as coats can sometimes do. Thanks for sharing this look!
Such a cute classic outfit! I love the layered necklaces!
I totally feel that way in winter!! for me, that feeling of being over your closet happens in March… ahhh! Not ready for winter to linger in Chicago! I’m obsessed with your jacket, it’s so cute and perfect for winter!!
xo, Sarah
stephanie you are a young woman to watch. i’m pining your style to emulate in my 9-5 job!
The jacket is adorable. I would definitely wear that.
This is classic winter and I LOVE it. That is such a great coat. It looks warm, but doesn’t add a lot of extra bulk, as coats can sometimes do. Thanks for sharing this look!
Any perfect outfit involves jeans and high heels! hahaha Absolutely loving this casual chic outfit.<3
XO
Candace
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You look so gorgeous! I’m in love with this coat!!!
I totally feel that way in winter!! for me, that feeling of being over your closet happens in March… ahhh! Not ready for winter to linger in Chicago! I’m obsessed with your jacket, it’s so cute and perfect for winter!!
xo, Sarah
SO cute!!!! I love some good basics – they always make me feel like I am wearing something new even if it’s a plain white tee!
xoxo Sarah
Yep, this outfit is adorable x100. I love, love, love the jacket! It’s dressy, yet casual. And the hat is the perfect addition!
I love the jacket!! I don’t think I will ever be a fan of the ripped jeans look but you pull it off!
I love this outfit! Totally something I would wear!
I feel ya girl, I’m getting really bored of my sweater combinations too… Love how you styled this trench though! This whole look is just too cute!
Ohhh! I need that jacket! I’m incredibly bored with my winter wardrobe right now!
Haha I think this may be my favorite outfit of all time on you too! SO versatile, great, classic pieces and so flattering!