Best Outerwear For Winter Odysseys
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Can I be honest? Winter shopping is freakin’ hard. It’s not that I dislike the clothing options for the iciest of seasons, but it can be tough to find that delicate balance between practical and fashion-forward. As a kid growing up on the ice-cold windy streets of Chicago, I know the struggle all too well. You know what they say, tis the season to be freezin. Back then, all I wanted was to dance around in those adorable flirty sundresses all the film starlets were sporting. But due to the atrocious winter weather, I was forced to show up to school in what might as well have been an entire duvet cover! And although I was (finally) warm, my clothes weren’t exactly what I’d call glamorous or stylish. (That’s my nice way of saying I looked like a giant Marshmallow in my layers upon layers of clothing.)
And if I ever said screw it, I don’t care if I freeze my butt off, I wanna look cute, I’d end up paying the price with frostbite and running a high fever. (Donchya just love the season to be jolly? It is indeed the most wunnerful time of the year!)
I was stuck. How could I express my deep passion for fashion, yet remain comfy-n-cozy through the winter frost and snow? If only I knew then about the fabrics, materials, and brands that I’m about to let you in on.
See, there are so many adorable winter wardrobe options to choose from that they somehow manage to achieve the impossible: they’re as sweet as they are practical. Say goodbye to showing up to the function dressed like you’re wearing 3 thousand layers of polyester tat. And say hello to the snuggiest statement looks you’ll find this holiday season:
Teddy Coat from Dokotoo for that extra level of snuggitude
Why is nobody talking about Dokotoo’s outrageously luscious jacket selection? I’m especially in love with this Teddy Coat in a gingery, gingerbread brown.
Maybe it’s just me, but I’ve found that Teddy Coats are so chic and expensive-looking they exude effortless class. They’re insanely cozy too, and this specific design sold on Amazon has skin-friendly fabrics so no need to worry about itching. (Heck, yeah!)
What an elegant look to rock while ice skating with friends or joining your date at the hot cocoa stand. Who wouldn’t love this timeless winter pick? Pair it with jeans and booties for a more casual look. Or, how bout pairing these warm winter tights with this wool skirt when you wanna dress things up a bit for the fa-la-la and all that!
Dokotoo Diamond Jacket brings the class
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I can’t stop ogling at this Dokotoo Winter Quilted Diamond Puffer Jacket found on Amazon Prime. It comes in so many lovely colors, yet I’m gasping over the Dokotoo Diamond Jacket in Winter Wonderland White. Like, come onnn. It’s simply spectacular. You’ll look clean, chic, and classic in this warm winter coat, which is great for ski trips at The Lodge or strolls through a meandering Christmas Market.
And don’t let the jacket’s light weight fool you — it’s super warm. Honestly, what more do you need from a pristine winter coat?
Other smashing shades from Dokotoo’s Diamond Puffer Jacket selection include Christmas Tree Green and Gingerbread Brown.
RefrigiWear Light Zip-Up in black and green
RefrigiWear’s Women’s Two-Tone HiVis Insulated Softshell Jacket
You’d never imagine that a jacket with such light fabric would be so ideal and practical for harsh winter nights, yet Refrigiwear provides the winter magic every single time. I mean, have you seen their coat selection? When it comes to that nearly-impossible task of mixing fashion and warmth, this unique brand simply knows how to deliver.
I went for the Light Zip-Up Jacket in Black-and-Green — more of a neon green — because its silhouette and design is so feminine, yet you’ll *actually* be so warm, you’ll feel like you’re wrapped in a massive duvet.
How it works: the jacket’s insulated tech reflects your body heat back onto you. Neat-o! Now, with these new and innovative designs, you can finally-finally-finally be warm and comfy enough to leave the house in such insane weather conditions.
And Refrigiwear jacket is so impressive, you might be tempted to step outside and start a snowball fight or two. Maybe build a snowman. Who knows? But for the first time since childhood perhaps, you’ll actually want to play around in the snow. So go ahead and make some snow angels. With Refrigiwear, you’ll feel warm enough to face the great outdoors — and look super chic while doing it!
Orolay’s sleek and stylish Long Black Jacket
Can we just take a second to admire this elegant black jacket from Orolay? There’s something so effortlessly elegant about this choice, making it the perfect “must have” jacket to set off the snowy white backdrop.
Due to the cinched waistline, I adore this look, available for purchase on Amazon. Its attractive hourglass silhouette offers incredible coziness as well. The soft fur interior lining will keep you nice and snug, while the lovely exterior will embolden you to join the wintertime merriment with sheer confidence and grace.
