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Obviously, since it’s getting chilly, the girls are wearing longer jackets, but this winter’s picks are bolder than the plain black winter coat you’ve had hanging in your closet for years. And while many of this season’s picks gesture toward officewear and uniforms (think pinstriped suits, roomy trousers, pleated skirts), great styling makes them feel like anything but work. Ready for a new crop of <anchor>winter wardrobe essentials</anchor>? Keep these key winter fashion trends in mind the next time you have no idea what to wear—and shop our edit below for extra inspiration.
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Wardrobe Essentials

# 24 Winter Capsule Wardrobe Essentials That’ll Keep You Warm (and Stylish!)

Cheers to making the coldest time of the year also the chicest.

October 20, 2023

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It's entirely possible to look warm and stylish at the same time, which is where a reliable winter capsule wardrobe comes in. These closet staples—boots, heavy coats, tights, knit dresses, and more—are the beating heart of your cold-weather looks, and we rounded up our tried-and-trues for you to shop for the season ahead.

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Of course, there's something about winter's shorter, gloomier days that makes most of us gravitate toward darker shades and muted color palettes—we get it, they're easy to wear and require little styling forethought. But if there's one fall fashion trend we're keen on, it's red and gray.

These hues look great with black, of course, but they also complement each other, as well as other neutral colors like navy and shades of white and cream. Metallic silver (another mainstay on the runways) looks more sophisticated than ever, and for a textural juxtaposition, pairs perfectly with denim and cashmere. Along with a requisite sequins or velvet moment, we also love it for holiday dressing.

Before succumbing to impulse buys (winter clothes are expensive!), revisit what's already in your closet and figure out what fall purchases you made that'll definitely still work for the foreseeable future. From there you can decide what's missing or past its prime. The winter season is a long one, but below you'll find all our tested and endorsed layering pieces and other winter wardrobe essentials for making this time of year your warmest, most stylish one yet.

## The T-Shirt

For most people, the underpinning of a well-rounded wardrobe is a perfectly fitting T-shirt. White is a universal choice, though heather gray is the fashion must of the season. The below are Glamour-editor and -reader favorites; they have a crewneck silhouette and midweight fabric. (My go-to of late is Savannah Morrow's soft and stretchy Essential Tee, which has more of a boatneck silhouette that cuts below the clavicle and is fitted throughout.) If you prefer a V-neck over a crewneck, check out our edit of the best V-neck tees.

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### Hanes Essentials T-Shirt (4-Pack)

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### Skims Cotton Jersey T-Shirt

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### Ninety Percent Organic Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt

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### Savannah Morrow Essential Tee

## The Winter Leggings

The time for warm, brushed leggings is now. Lululemon’s Align pants aren't the thickest of the bunch, but they hold up just fine when paired with a long coat or puffer. (For more heavy-duty styles for working out, read up on these tested and recommended styles we love.) Oh, and if you want to buy leggings on Amazon only, our shopping writer Andrea Navarro vouches for the set linked below that has almost 33,000 five-star reviews.

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### Lululemon Align Pants

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### Fengbay High-Waist Yoga Pants (2-Pack)

## The Base Layer

Whether worn alone, or underneath a button-up shirt, a sweater, or ski clothing, a base top is a lightweight nonnegotiable. It helps you hold on to heat but can also be taken off if it ends up being one too many layers.

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### Uniqlo Heattech Turtleneck Long-Sleeve T-Shirt

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### Lululemon Wundermost Ultra-Soft Nulu Long-Sleeve Turtleneck

## The Everyday Knit

The easiest way to tap into the red and gray color trend of the season is with a knit—and we're loving the ones from Naked Cashmere and Banana Republic. Alex Mill and Loulou Studio also have great everyday knitwear options for minimalists and maximalists alike.

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### Naked Cashmere Eden Crewneck

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### Banana Republic Astrid Cashmere Polo Cardigan

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### Alex Mill Betty Wool Turtleneck Sweater

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### Loulou Tala Wool & Yak Hair Blend V-Neck Sweater

## The Slip-On Shoes

The window for wearing mules and slip-ons is a short one, so maximize this time with a design that’s foolproof to style. Ugg’s platform slipper is treaded and raised enough that you won’t mind wearing it out of the house, but if you can’t bear to pack up your Arizonas, opt for its shearling-lined cousin and style it with fuzzy socks from Amazon.

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### Ugg Discoquette Genuine Shearling Slide Slippers

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### Birkenstock Arizona Big-Buckle Shearling-Lined Sandals

## The Sneakers

You might be not walking as much in winter as you did in the fall, but when you do venture out for your daily walks (and you don't need boots), you want to make sure it's something cute, comfy, and not entirely porous—few things are worse than realizing your sneakers are too ventilated and your socks too thin after you've left the house. Reformation and Veja have a limited edition collab going that's one of our favorite new fashion launches of the season, while the Adidas Sambas—one of the best white sneakers we've tried—are now in this cool navy that's perfect for wearing a long gray coat.

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### Reformation x Veja Venturi Sneakers

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### Adidas Samba OG

## The Black Boots

The range of black boots on the market is limitless, though it's hard to go wrong with the below two: one dressy option for work and another plush staple for weekends. You're set.

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### Staud Nancy Leather Knee Boots

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### Ugg Classic Ultra Mini Platform Boots

## The Long-Sleeve Top

The perfect in-between when temps are mild enough that you can get away with wearing a snuggly coat and a single layer.

### J.Crew Perfect-Fit Long-Sleeve Crewneck T-Shirt

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### Buck Mason Pima Long-Sleeve Boxy Crew

## The Bodysuit

Bodysuits are another editor staple around these parts since they work as both a stand-alone tops and midlayers underneath sweaters. The Skims one below has earned top marks from our shopping writer, Andrea Navarro, while Lululemon's newest “Wundermost” fabric is cosigned by yours truly—and our commerce director Brie Schwartz—for its sleek fit and incomparably soft feel.

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### Skims Essential Long-Sleeve Scoop-Neck Bodysuit

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### Lululemon Wundermost Ultra-Soft Nulu High-Neck Sleeveless Bodysuit

## The Winter Coat

The best winter coats are selling out fast! Boden's reversible iteration delivers sophisticated teddy bear vibes, and is great quality for the price. If you want to snag a high-quality style for just $300, be sure to check out the options at Banana Republic; its gray oversized top coat is a Glamour-editor must. For more of a splurge, consider something from Reiss—our commerce director almost exclusively wears its outerwear—or Totême, a buzzy brand our senior shopping editor loves.

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### Boden Reversible Faux-Shearling Coat

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### Totême Annecy Open-Front Wool & Cashmere Coat

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### Reiss Brooks Belted Wool-Blend Coat

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### Banana Republic Amina Oversized Topcoat

## The Cozy Sweatshirt

Lululemon’s half-zip has voluminous sleeves and slightly cropped fit that works great with jeans or high-waist black leggings, while Alo's best-selling Accolade hoodie is what oversized loungewear dreams are made of. (I personally live in mine whenever I'm home.)

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### Lululemon Scuba Oversized Funnel-Neck Half-Zip Sweatshirt

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### Alo Accolade Hoodie

## The Even Cozier Sweatpants

Some would argue that you can never own too many sweatpants, but we're of the mind that you need only one or two really great styles, since that's all you'll realistically be wearing day in and out. Vuori and Alo's have all the hallmarks of an MVP: soft, durable, and entirely unfussy.

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### Vuori Performance Joggers

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### Alo Accolade Sweatpants

## The Sweaterdress

A one-and-done piece that's chic, office-appropriate, and easy to style with winter boots or heels. Reformation's cashmere dress is especially worthwhile for its soft knit and slightly flared hem that moves when you walk.

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### Reformation Evan Cashmere Sweaterdress

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### J.Crew Side-Slit Sweaterdress

## The Holiday Outfit

Sequins, rosettes, plaid—start with these fab winter dresses as you plan out your holiday party ’fits.

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### Rixo Samantha Sequined Midi-Dress

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### Hill House Home The Ophelia Dress

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### Reformation Nelle Body-Con Dress

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### Bardot Erika Rosette Cutout Halter Cocktail Midi-Dress

## The Tights

You'll be needing these to wear with dresses and skirts (or under jeans if it's really cold)—and at the top of our shopping list are the sheer and opaque styles from Wolford and Commando. Tights have a ton of utility (not to mention versatility), and these brands make quality pairs that won't rip or snag second you put them on.

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### Best Velvet Tights: Wolford Velvet de Luxe 50 Tights

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### Best Opaque Tights: Commando Ultimate Opaque Matte Tights

## The House Socks

For wearing in (and perhaps out of) the house. These pair best with the Uggs and Birks you were eyeing above.

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### Best cold-weather accessory: Cozy Earth The Plush Sock

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### Falke Bed Socks

## The Puffer Jacket

Bundle up in one of the season's best down coats—Vuori has a great active option, while anything from The North Face will be an investment you enjoy for years to come.

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### Vuori Hillside Down Jacket

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### The North Face Nuptse Water Repellent 700 Fill Power Down Short Puffer Jacket

## The Weatherproof Boots

Black ice, sleet, and rain have nothing on these water-resistant boots; Moon Boot's classic ankle boot is our senior shopping editor's preferred style for snow as well since it's cute, very warm, and easy to buy online because of the “universal” sizing.

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### Moon Boot Icon Low Nylon Boots

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### Sorel Brex Waterproof Chelsea Boots

## The Fleece Jacket

The power of a great fleece can't be understated. FP Movement’s snap-button jacket has been a celeb staple for years and comes in a bunch of colors and styles, including a quarter-zip pullover with contrasting piping. We're also obsessed with the The Great’s color-block pullover from its new Outdoors line.

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### FP Movement Hit the Slopes Fleece Jacket

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### The Great The Plush Color-Block Terrain Half-Zip

## The Knit Pants

The elevated sister of joggers, knit pants are a no-fuss option for when you want to feel relaxed but still put together—and look great with either sneakers or boots. You can find quality wool and cashmere blends for under $200, or splurge on pure cashmere ones if budget isn't a concern. (Pro tip: Keep a sweater comb handy to remove pilling.)

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### Naadam Cashmere Paperbag Wide-Leg Pants

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### The Andre Luxe Cashmere Pants

## The Cold-Weather Essential

Protect your extremities with gloves, a mohair or down scarf (trust, it's so cute IRL), and warm winter beanie.

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### The Great The Down Quilted Puffer Scarf

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### Vince Boiled Cashmere Gloves

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### Everlane The Alpaca Beanie

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### Cos Oversized Mohair-Blend Scarf

## The Bag

If a designer bag is on your holiday wish list, consider DeMellier's New York midi tote your new day-to-night winter staple. (If you're unfamiliar with the brand, the British label is a noted favorite of Kate Middleton, who loves its structured cross-body bags and top handles.) Banana Republic also has a great new shoulder bag that would make for an excellent work option.

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### DeMellier London The Midi New York

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### Banana Republic Vida Bag

## The Silver Accent

Accessories are a great way to add a touch of silver to your look—and we're especially loving Lié Studio's sterling silver drop earrings and Marina Raphael's stunning crystal bag that'd be just perfect for a New Year's Eve look.

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### Lié Studio The Caroline Sterling Silver Earrings

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### Mejuri Croissant Dôme Ring

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### Marina Raphael Baby Riviera In Silver Crystal

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### Schutz Arissa Ballet Flats

## The Finishing Touch

Let your personal style shine with one of season's sparkliest pieces. We're partial to Dorsey’s lab-grown heirloom earrings (a new launch to its standout collection of lab-grown rivières and rings) and Kimaï's wavy ring featuring a double band of white gold and lab-grown diamonds. For statement necklaces, we're also into Aurate's take on the now-popular rivière and Forte_Forte's crystal choker.

### Dorsey Crawford, Baguette and Asscher Nano Crystal Emerald Earrings

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### Kimaï Bay Ring

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### Aurate White Sapphire Tennis Necklace

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### Forte_Forte Crystal-Embellished Choker Necklace

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