The fall semester is winding down, which means the cold weather is merely gearing up for those of us in northern states. Like most outfits during the colder months, this look is all about comfort and staying warm.
The simple key to this outfit is layering various basics and then adding some bold accessories. For this look, I decided to stay dark and monochrome for the most, which is something I tend to do often because of the versatility. In this case, the monochrome allows me to toss any scarf of my choosing on top and that will be the focus of the look.
Of course, it is important to choose warm basics. I wore a Uniqlo sweater made of merino wool with a high neck. It is lightweight, but incredibly soft and warm. I wore my standard black leggings, but you could replace these with a pair that has heat gear to stay extra cozy if the weather is especially cold. I then threw on some Steve Madden leather boots with some cozy boot socks and the scarf, of course, on top.
I could easily say scarves are my favorite winter accessories because nothing compares to that extra bit of warmth around your neck. If nothing else, they are perfect for throwing on before going out the door with a coat on a blustery day, but they can also add a new touch to other outfits. For traditional scarves, there are about a million different ways you can tie them so they are super easy to incorporate into your wardrobe. Especially now, blanket scarves are trending allowing you to really mix up your options. Blanket scarves also tend to be made of heavier material so you can replace a lightweight coat or sweater with one.
Some of the smaller details of this look are my rings. I really like these ones because they are so dark and stand out from traditional gold or silver rings, especially against my skin tone. At the same time, they completely match the palette of the outfit. I would love to see more jewelry with a similar dark sheen in the future. As a final touch, I had my sunglasses with me because although it is no longer sunny and warm, the sun is still bright in the winter, and reflections off of the snow, that is now covering campus, can be blinding! Happy end of semester, friends. We made it!
