The cold doesn't look like it's conceding any time soon, and as winter settles in for a few weeks it's critical for us "fashion-forward" folk to stay chic, despite the blustery temps. These winter trends made their debuts in 2020, but a few of them are newer and may have not yet found their way into your closet!
So let's zip up our jackets and bundle up for some fashionable winter styles!
#1. Leather
Classic and well-suited for warmth, leather will be an in as far as winter fashion goes this year. While leather is timeless for any time of the year, it has been making more headlines in the early weeks of 2021. Whether it's making a statement on date night or going out, (socially distanced with a mask, of course) leather jackets, tops, or even pants are a big hit.
Leather anything is in, and the more leather the better. This past fall, leather joggers made a hit and it's only continued to grow from there.
Think about investing in a long, buttery leather dress and style it with chunky statement jewelry and booties with a jacket of your choice (once again - could be leather!). There are oh-so-many options when it comes to this specific style and - much like the cold weather, leather is here to stay for a while.
#2. Puffer Jackets
What could be better than a statement puffer jacket to help fend off the cold winter winds, all the while serving some trending fashion looks for the season!? The answer is, well, nothing! Puffer jackets are still all the rage this winter season and we couldn't be any happier to see this trend back for 2021. Consider styling a puffer jacket with jeans, leggings, joggers, etc. It's perfect for a casual trip out of the house or for popping it on over your outfit before hanging out with friends or even going to work. You can't go wrong with a statement puffer jacket. It's truly versitile.
Take this cropped puffer jacket on the left from Nubyen for example. This statement puffer piece is a great casual look and easy to throw over your outfit for whenever you need to leave the house, keeping you looking fabulous while staying toasty.
#3. 90's Looks
When we say '90s styles, we really mean the punk, edgy-styles, long and baggy silhouettes, bulky shoes, chunky jewelry, etc. These trends are surely making their mark in winter 2021. Fashion doers are rocking the baggy shirt, long dress, paired with chunky ankle booties that reminisce on the "punk" trend seen in the 1990s. Styles like this (paired up with leather and puffer pieces as we just mentioned) are what this season's fashion is all about!
#4. Shearling
While we love a good puffer jacket, something arguably more "classic" would be the shearling jackets! Shearling has come back in this winter season as one of the top jacket trends. Consider a shearling-trimmed jacket that equals out in coziness and style as you rock your winter fashion looks.
While we have an example seen on the left - LPA Lucas Jacket in Range Blue Wash that perfectly fits the shearling jacket lining and all-around style, there are many other choices out there that might catch your eye.
One style of shearling jacket is the familiar caramel-washed, oversized jackets that people typically dub as "aviator jackets." Going back on our leather craze, but there are also an equal amount of leather shearling jackets that are currently all the rage.
While there are many other winter trends for this season, these four statement trends are something too big to not talk about! So, let's get on to styling our beloved shearling!
#5. The Quilted Trend
This quilted print trend can be seen this season primarily on jackets (like the picture to the right), shirts, pants, skirts, etc.
This cream-colored cotton quilted jacket from Everlane may seem almost minimal in nature, but the quilt trend is quite vibrant and lively when administered with color and print.
The quilted trend is hitting headlines and taking the fashion world by storm, so it's best to purchase a cozy quilt jacket or consider quilt pants before they're gone too soon!
#6. Patchwork
Patchwork design has been seen everywhere - and patchwork jeans like the ones pictured to the left can be paired with any shoes (boots or booties for the winter included) and jacket (think, oversized or even cropped leather or puffer!).
The patchwork trend is a perfect way to spice up your wardrobe and add some style to your grey winter days.
#7. Bucket Hats
Last on the list, bucket hats are re-entering the fashion scene this winter! A nice, cozy knit beanie is classic - but in order to stay high-fashion, it may be something worth looking at to invest in getting yourself a fuzzy bucket hat to rock in tandem with your leather or puffer jacket. The perks of fashion courage? You definitely stand out in a crowd with your bucket hat, all the while keeping your head warm and out of the elements.
So many trends this winter have come and gone, but this year we are treated with some solid new winter fashions, as well as some delightful looks from the 90's that we just weren't ready to give up yet.
This winter 2021 style guide will definitely keep anyone in the loop of the fashion scene and (more
importantly) warm and cozy against the cold weather.
Written by: Alyssa Lambo
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