Putting together outfits in the winter can prove difficult. Here are six outfits to help you stay chic and warm this holiday season.
Gift shopping in the city
When perusing the shops for last-minute Christmas gifts, you’ll feel even fancier looking your best. A posh plaid skirt will make you look like you have money to burn — even if you’re on a college student’s budget. Paired with a black off-the-shoulder top, tights, boots and a disregard for your bank account balance, you’ll be unstoppable.
A Christmas party
This is the ideal outfit for a holiday soirée. A perfect, holly-red turtleneck combined with a black skirt creates an elegant, classy look. When wearing skirts in the wintertime, fleece-lined tights are your best friend, as they provide an extra layer of warmth. The tights and boots elevate the look, and a solid black purse matches the ensemble without distracting from it.
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Hosting a Secret Santa
A good holiday hostess dresses the part. A burgundy off-the-shoulder sweater and flowy snowball-white skirt are cute yet comfortable, making the ensemble just right for a cozy night in. The frilly white sneakers match the skirt and eliminate the need for heels. The best part of this outfit, however, is that you’re guaranteed to receive a present while wearing it!
New Year’s Eve
A satin black mini dress will turn heads on New Year’s Eve. Backless but not otherwise revealing, it says, “I’m sophisticated, but I’m ready to party.” Kitten heels add a fun touch, but their low heel makes them painless. This will prevent the need to walk home barefoot at the end of the night. As for accessories, there’s no better way to ring in the new year than with a sparkly, champagne-colored clutch. This would add an extra sprinkle of glamour — and just might steal the show.
Holiday karaoke night
When it’s too cold to carol, and you decide to do your singing indoors instead, you’ll need an ensemble that’s performance-ready. After setting the stage with basics like boots, tights and heels, add a flashy top like this emerald green one. Embellishments like gold gems and a cut-out neckline will leave you looking and feeling like a star.
Ice skating
Whether you’re on a date or having fun with friends, ice skating requires a dreamy, wintry outfit. A white knit sweater will keep you warm, and you’ll have fun twirling around in a brown pleated skirt. Of course, you’ll need figure skates (sparkly skate covers optional). A brown faux-leather purse would match the skirt, and if you slip, it just might break your fall.
