Following my first Style Guru Bio, I decided to continue to write about my own wardrobe and fashion taste. I mentioned in my bio that I tend to have a wide range of garments that I sport—from edgy ripped jeans and a bomber jacket to pencil skirts with a flowy blouse. This article focuses on the more sophisticated side of my closet. In the winter months, it can be difficult to remain warm and chic, especially here in Northeast Ohio. A key to remaining stylish while it’s cold is investing in a statement coat and a pair of trendy boots. Coupling these items with a basic sweater and jeans can elevate your look despite the frigid weather.
I accomplished this with the outfit featured today. Of course, it would not be an ensemble of mine without at least one thrifted garment. Here, the coat and boots—my winter essentials—are actually the items that I purchased from a thrift store in my hometown of Columbus, Ohio. The long lines of the coat emphasize the polished appearance of the outfit while the black booties add a slight edgy feel. Underneath the classic coat, I wore a thick, long-sleeve sweater from H&M and a pair of high waisted jeans from American Eagle. The pale, cream and peach toned sweater establishes a soft color palette that is continued in the blanket scarf that I wore (also from H&M). A soft, warm scarf is another perfect option to heighten your outfit functionally and fashionably. I also accessorized with a simple pair of long, rain drop earrings from Target. These add a subtle detail that also contributes to the classiness of the overall look. Lastly, the makeup that I chose was in the same color family as my clothing. I went with a shimmery, rose gold eyeshadow, no eyeliner, and a nude lip in order to keep the appearance light and fresh.
Thank you so much to all who read this article and I hope that you are able to stay warm and fierce as we progress through winter!
