Every season, my wardrobe goes through a transformation. The storage boxes come down, the closet opens up—and for a good few weeks (okay, a month—eek!) things live in limbo. Unpacking, editing, reassessing. Not everything gets packed away, just the pieces that are strongly season-specific or have earned a little break after a trend-heavy moment.
And every year, I rediscover beautiful pieces I’d completely forgotten about. That moment of re-finding? It’s not just joyful—it’s strategic. It’s how I start shaping my winter wardrobe wishlist.
Step One: Connect, Don’t Just Collect
My focus this year? Pieces that connect—items that build on what I already own. I’m after just a few key updates that will make this winter feel different from the last. That’s always my goal: to evolve, not overhaul.
In previous winters, I focused on my personal palette—green and coral red—and it worked beautifully. I built a capsule around those shades, and the impact was real: better cohesion, easier outfit planning, and a genuine sense of joy when getting dressed.
As I’ve matured, I’ve learned how much colour influences not just how I look, but how I feel. I’ve also made peace with the fact that black just isn’t for me in daylight. Charcoal grey? Yes. Milky tones and sand shades? Yes, please. They feel clean, modern, and allow a single pop of colour—like coral or mustard—to shine. Think Scandinavian styling: soft, layered neutrals with one bold twist.
What I’m Leaning On This Winter:
Denim Foundation:
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Wide-leg jeans in blue (cropped + long)(Paige Denim)
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Cropped straight-leg jeans, in charcoal
(Paige Denim fans, IYKYK. You’ll see mine on repeat in my reels—no apologies!) - Barrel leg jeans in white
Outerwear Energy:
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Shearling & faux fur
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Oversized coats (soft-shouldered, slightly rounded)
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Trench coats (preferably cropped)
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Bomber jackets (suede or woolly textures)
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Mary-Janes and Ballet Pumps
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No to belted puffers and shackets this year
Knits & Layers:
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Matching knit or tracksuit sets (if flattering!)
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Sweater dresses + boots (Still aspirational—depends how lazy I feel)
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Light, warm layers in neutrals
- Cashmere and textured jerseys
Style Sparks:
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Animal print (Leopard, preferably dark-based)
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Burgundy (Hello!)
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Suede anything
Accessories That Elevate
This is where personality shines:
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Printed scarves, especially silk scarves that demand to be grabbed
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Groovy socks
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A great hat or two
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A belt that does the job and makes a statement
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Mary-Janes and ballet pumps
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(Bags deserve their own post—coming soon.)
Final Thoughts
Yes, this sounds like a long list—but in practice, most of it won’t pass the test. My budget is clear, my vision is in place, and my eye is trained. That’s the key: when you know your style, you can shop strategically—not reactively.
So as you prepare for winter, ask yourself: What will refresh your style this season? What do you want your wardrobe to say? The more intentional you are, the more stylish (and stress-free) your winter will be.
Tell me below what you are loving and what you are avoiding? It's always interesting to me.
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