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Better Than Basic Winter Outfits

What’s a “Better Than Basic” outfit? It’s an outfit that’s just a touch above ordinary and makes you feel GREAT! This post is dedicated to helping you dress well for winter in outfits that are BETTER than just basics.

 

Let’s Dress Better for Winter

I’m so excited to share another BETTER THAN BASICS post with you!

Dressing Better Than Basic in winter can be tough, especially if you live somewhere really cold. Of course, dress appropriately for your local temperature, but hopefully, these pieces give you some inspiration to elevate the basic coat, jeans, and boots combo.

 

Copy or be inspired by these outfits

These outfits are meant to be an inspiration. Not every outfit may work for you or your style – that’s ok! Some of the outfits below are for colder winter weather, some are for warmer winter weather. Try copying some, or using some just as inspiration for putting pieces together in your closet. Or use them as a base and then adjust things to fit your style or your weather.

You could always add TIGHTS, WARMER BOOTS, BIGGER COATS, SCARVES, HATS, MORE LAYERS to make any of these warmer for your weather.

 

Better Than Basic Outfits for Winter

 

How to style target green velvet pants - Target green velvet wide leg pants, walmart grey turtleneck sweater with pearl button sleeves, chelsea boots

1. Velvet pants make any winter outfit “better than basic”

These velvet pants were a fun piece for the holidays, but they’re subtle enough that you can absolutely wear them throughout winter. They just add a little bit of texture to a simple sweater and boot outfit!

WALMART SWEATER(gray sold out, similar option HERE) | TARGET VELVET PANTS (wearing size 2) | CHELSEA BOOTS

 

 

Layering with a hoodie: american giant hoodie with long wool tan coat merricksart

2. Try a bold colored sweatshirt under your coat

If you want to add a little bit of a casual feel to your winter outfits, try a sweatshirt instead of a sweater! I love the hood sticking out of a classic coat.

AMERICAN GIANT HOODIE | EVERLANE JEANS (true to size, wearing size 26) | CHELSEA BOOTS | ARITZIA WOOL COAT

 

 

Holiday Essentials from Nordstrom - Bow Embellished sweater dress, rose tights, jimmy choo heels, ralph lauren wool jacket

3. Add a fun pair of tights for a cool dressy winter look

I love a pair of printed tights, and this floral pair from Anthropologie is so fun! This makes any dressy outfit a little warmer AND chic.

SIMILAR NORDSTROM LONG COAT | NORDSTROM BOW SLEEVE BLACK SWEATER DRESS | ANTHROPOLOGIE TIGHTS | SIMILAR BLACK PATENT LEATHER HEELS

 

 

4. A monochromatic look is a great way to make a winter outfit super chic

I love monochromatic outfits so much, and they’re a great way to make any outfit feel cohesive and interesting at the same time. This is an unexpected color combo for winter, with the white pants, but as long as you’re going somewhere where you won’t get your white pants dirty, this totally works for winter.

QUINCE TAN CASHMERE LONG SLEEVE CREWNECK SWEATER | SIMILAR WHITE STRAIGHT LEG JEANS | TAN CHELSEA BOOTS | TAN NY HAT | ARITZIA TAN WOOL COAT

 

 

5. Try a brightly colored coat for your winter outfit!

As we head into spring months, I always want to wear a little more color. A pink coat is a great idea to brighten up any outfit.

AMAZON ALLEGRA K PINK COAT BROWN AMAZON TURTLENECK SWEATER (wearing size small) | SIMILAR JEANS | SIMILAR TAN ANKLE BOOTS | SIMILAR LARGE GOLD EARRINGS

 

 

wide leg pant with zipped up hoodie and coat

6. Add a brightly colored sweatshirt to your all black outfit

I love a black outfit during the winter, but you don’t want it to be boring! A bright sweatshirt underneath a black coat is a great way to add some color and interest.

AMERICAN GIANT SWEATSHIRT (use code MERRICK for 20% off) | J.CREW BLACK WOOL COAT, SIMILAR HERE |SIMILAR WIDE LEG BLACK SWEATPANTS | CONVERSE HIGH TOP SNEAKERS | TAN NY HAT

 

 

everlane black jeans, stripe shirt, amazon coat

7. Add interesting accessories to your outfit

If you start your outfit with a basic pair of jeans and striped shirt, you can add accessories and make it super interesting. Shearling boots, a cute hat, and a fun puffer jacket are all great choices!

AMAZON PUFFER COAT SIMILAR GREEN BEANIE SIMILAR STRIPED TEE) | SIMILAR WASHED BLACK JEAN | SHEARLING BOOT

 

 

Aritzia coat, winter white dress, riding boots

8. A monochromatic dressy outfit is a great better than basic winter outfit

Here’s another better than basic, monochromatic winter outfit, but this one is a little dressier with a sweater dress! Add a belt for waist definition, knee high boots for a little leg warmth, and long wool coat. Simple but special!

TAN ARITZIA COAT | AMAZON THE DROP SWEATER DRESS | NATURALIZER RIDING BOOTS | MADEWELL LEATHER BELT 

 

 

nordstrom lands end puffer coat long with chelsea boots and pom pom hat

9. Try a printed scarf to add some interest to a winter outfit

When you need some extra warmth, a printed scarf is a great way to add some interest and a layer! This scarf and beanie come in a set, and add a pop of color too.

NORDSTROM LONG PUFFER COAT |ZELLA LEGGINGS | OVERSIZED CREAM TURTLENECK SWEATER | HEELED CHELSEA BOOTS (Similar HERE) | SCARF AND HAT SET | SIMILAR WOVEN BAG

 

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10. Try a statement coat!

If you have a bold statement coat with a pretty print, that makes an simple outfit much better than basic!

MIDI BLACK DRESS  | BLACK TIGHTS | SIMILAR BLACK BOOTS | SIMILAR PLAID WRAP COAT

 

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