Wear this with that: your winter style guide

To help you stand out in the chill, here’s the head’s up on what to expect on the fashion beat this winter season.

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Shades of grey:

Grey is the new black. For a casual look, layer different shades and textures together. Whether it’s a simple knitted cardigan paired with a white shirt and charcoal pants, it can be dressed up or down with heels or boots to flip between the office and stepping out for after work drinks.

Jewel tones:

Baby, its cold outside. When the sky is looking a little greyer than you’d prefer, it’s important to bring a splash of colour into our outfit. Jewel colours such as fuchsia, emerald and cobalt are in this season. Ruby red lips are always a hot winner, too.

Denim:

She’s been trying for a while, and Kim Kardashian has finally succeeded in bringing double denim back. Team different denim tones together to avoid looking a little too ‘90’s. Speaking of the ‘90’s, avoid the neon headband and scrunch socks and instead team your outfit with a slim-line belt and some simple heels.

Kim Kardashian in double denim. Credit: Getty Images

Classics you should wear this season

Jeans:

The staple for every woman’s wardrobe is a good pair of jeans, or ten. Pick a style that flatters your body shape; if you’re a pear, bootleg jeans are the go, and for the hourglass figures try skinny or straight jeans.

Knits:

Some things don’t go out of style, like a plump knitted cardigan or sweater. Pull on skinny blue jeans with a knee-length, button-up knit cardigan in camel or dark brown, and pair them with some killer back pump heels; Timeless.

Trench Coats:

Whether it’s light grey, olive or a sophisticated charcoal, the trench coat can add a touch of class to your wardrobe. Team it with tight black pants, jeans, and some mid-calf black boots and you're set for the stylish street.

Dress like Liv Tyler with a stylish trench. Credit: Getty Images

Fitted jackets:

If you’re looking to accentuate your waist, you can’t go wrong with a fitted coat. Whether it’s a cool blazer or figure-hugging jacket, pulled together with a pencil skirt or skinny jeans, it’s a look that suits any outing. Wear it to your next after-work shopping trip or a weekend café date with the girls.

Scarves:

If there’s one definitive winter accessory, it's the humble scarf. The best thing is, it comes in every conceivable size, colour and pattern you could imagine - a floral print, tartan classic or a beautiful cream knit just to name a few. You can tell more about a person’s personality from what scarf they’re wearing than you can from the rest of their outfit.

General Tips

Mix and match

Pick items you can wear in different combinations to create a new look and turn 5 outfits into 15.

Flatter your figure

If you’re straight up and down, select items that create the illusion of a waist. If you’re an hourglass, take a look at double button jackets and pencil skirts.

Bring on the bling

Winter fashion is usually quite simple, so dress it up with statement necklaces and chandelier earrings.

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