So, You Want an Elegant-Looking Wardrobe This Winter? I’d Start With These 6 Timeless Staples
From jeans to standout sweaters and sleek boots, here are six elegant winter-wardrobe staples to shop now.
Brittany Davy
With winter in full swing, I thought I'd take a moment to scan my current outfit rotation to see what may be lacking or in need of updating. When evaluating things, chic and elegant pieces are always top of mind—basically anything that will give my closet an expensive-looking boost. That said, I want to make any changes as low-lift as possible without making too much of an investment.
After considering the classics and current trends of the moment, I narrowed down six key pieces that are sure to bring cold-weather outfits to the next level. Think everything from timeless long coats to brown trainers that keep selling out. Scroll on to shop them all and see some visual outfit inspiration on how to wear each piece.
6 Chic, On-Trend Winter Wardrobe Staples:
1. Long Wool Coat
Style Notes: A long wool coat is a surefire way to instantly elevate any outfit all the while giving your look an expensive feel. Black, gray, and neutrals are what I reach for the most.
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2. Cashmere Everything
Style Notes: Wearing cashmere not only makes you feel luxurious, but the super-soft pieces are also ones that you'll wear often, making them a worthy investment.
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3. Brown Trainers
Style Notes: Brown trainers keep selling out everywhere, and for good reason. They look incredibly cool on and are comfortable without sacrificing style.
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4. Dark-Wash Jeans
Style Notes: Darker denim washes give jeans a more polished feel that reads dressier than the rest, so no matter how you style them, you get a rich-looking boost.
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5. Oversize Turtleneck Jumper
Style Notes: Oversize turtleneck jumpers exude an effortless elegance and can easily be paired with everything from leggings to jeans to skirts and more.
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6. Black Kitten-Heel Boots
Style Notes: Just like the brown trainers, these low-heeled boots offer tremendous comfort all the while looking incredibly sleek. Pair with jeans for the ultimate cool-girl outfit.
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This post was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.

Jennifer Camp Forbes is a senior shopping editor atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing , where she has worked in a variety of capacities including creative director and various editor roles. She’s a well-known shopping expert that’s sought out for advice and insight on Wholesale Replica Bag trends, outfit ideas, and fashion picks thanks to her thoughtful shopping roundups. Jennifer's lifelong interest in fashion led her to intern at Harper’s Bazaar as an undergraduate. Later, while working towards her masters degree in psychological counseling at Columbia University, she founded two digital fashion publications: Le Fashion and Olsens Anonymous. The popularity of both sites grew and after graduation she decided put her plans to become a therapist aside to pursue a career in fashion.
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