7 Winter Items That Will Make You Look Like a Fashion Person

I find that January can be a particularly challenging month to dress for. The excitement and allure of the holiday festivities are over, and we find ourselves confronted with assembling a back-to-regular-scheduling outfit for the frosty and frigid days—with no sight of spring yet in sight!

To tackle these winter fashion doldrums, I've compiled a handy list of the winter items that will not only keep your chicness levels high while the temps are low but will also instantly make you look like a fashion person when wearing them. From vibrant red socks to long wool coats, these pieces will keep you on-trend this winter. Take a peek below for seven essential items fashion people reach for to stay warm and look chic.

Long Wool Coat

With just one scroll of Instagram, you'll see that the fashion set can't get enough of long wool coats right now. They elongate an outfit and unquestionably add a polished touch to every winter look.

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Slouchy Leather Gloves

Nothing makes an outfit more elegant quite like a pair of luxurious leather gloves. Pull up the sleeves of your coat or sweater and show off a chic mid-length pair that you can effortlessly slouch down.

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Solid-Colored Socks

In addition to vibrant red socks (which will continue their reign this winter), we're seeing all types of solid-colored socks come into play. Style a burgundy, pink, or red pair with your loafers or retro sneakers and straight-leg jeans for an of-the-moment look.

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Knit Beanie

It's not winter without a cool knit beanie, and this season's fashion set is wearing them in full force right now. From charcoal to chocolate brown, a neutral hue will work with every ensemble.

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Rich Brown Color Palette

Elegant chocolate brown has suddenly become one of the most coveted neutrals around this winter. We've been seeing fashion people styling the hue from head to toe in a variety of textures, creating a luxurious winter look.

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Sheer Black Tights

Whether you style them with a miniskirt and boots or under your jeans, sheer black tights are an alluring and chic way to elevate a winter ensemble.

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Oversize Neutral Scarf

While scarves in winter aren't exactly groundbreaking, we're seeing plenty of luxe and large iterations on fashion people everywhere this season. Sweep one side over your shoulder for a dramatic effect.

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