Style column: your ultimate shopping guide for this winter season

Picture yourself in Jecca’s English classroom. The winter sky is colorless, the Eliot windows are ice-cold, and piles of snow cover the campus. Yet you are cozily wrapped up in a statement sweater, drowned in a shiny puffer jacket, and warmly insulated in a pair of Uggs.

This is my winter shopping guide gathered from diverse student opinions; this winter’s style direction is clear- to prioritize warmth and comfort first. To avoid making shopping mistakes (such as buying skinny jeans), here are some of the most-wanted fashionable items this winter:

Wool sweaters. Whether it is cashmere or merino, sweaters will be a go-to in the cold. Beyond its thermal advantage and timeless nature, the many selections of knitwear allow tremendous creativity: play with necklines, darker colors, oversized fits, and mohair fabric. Lauren Chan ‘26 loves a fitted turtleneck as Amrita Tromge ‘26 adores a pop of neutral colors. Chic, right? This is also the opportunity to purchase that statement sweater you dreamt about all fall.

Insulating outerwear. Puffers are more prevalent than ever, providing warmth with a lighter weight and cozier feel than those drowning long parkas. When purchasing a puffer jacket, take note of the thickness and amount of filling, which determines the insulating capacity. Also consider a cropped fit, and a glossy finish too, as beloved by Esme Coes ‘24. Another outerwear worth mentioning is big, long, elegant coats. As a trend of FW23, there is a return of the classics, and there is no better time to invest in an overcoat. With the right fit, you might just pass as a character in The Matrix, or just someone quite sophisticated. Checkered patterns, faux fur, and faux leather are all having big moments too- consider this when purchasing an outerwear.

Uggs and boots. Embrace your inner It Girl and consider securing a pair of Uggs that are worth the purchase. Beloved by supermodels and Middlesex students too, they can be a true staple in the closet. Can they be more cozy? With various silhouettes, Nykarra Graham ‘23 personally loves the platform Uggs, pairing well with sweats, jeans, and leggings. On another note, boots are a winter necessity too: they can easily navigate through sturdy snow and be effortlessly flattering to an outfit.

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