It’s cold out, and since I need my body to spend most of its energy keeping me warm, I want my winter fashion to be as non-labor-intensive as possible. This time of year, I rely heavily on wardrobe staples that go with pretty much anything. Think oversize sweaters, easy ballet flats, and neutral blazers in muted prints. Layering is key. I’ve specifically been loving the way fashion people have been wearing knits on knits—tying a sweater over a sweater around their waist or draping a sweater over their shoulders on top of one they’re already wearing. This both looks chic and is practical when it’s so cold outside you don’t dare take your hands out of your pockets.
H&M, Free People, and Mango are bringing their A-game in the staple department right now. Keep reading for a full roundup of everything I’m loving ahead.
H&M
Oversized Turtleneck Sweater
MANGO
Mid-Rise Straight Jeans
Crisp white jeans for a crisp winter day.
We The Free
Freddie Shirt
Oversize and sure to be overworked in your closet.
MANGO
Metallic Heel Shoes
These are party-ready but could definitely be worn to a lunch date, too.
MANGO
Reversible Leopard-Print Jacket
This jacket is reversible!
I love the look of a relaxed cardigan buttoned all the way to the top.
We The Free
Good Good Turtleneck
A great layering staple you can wear through spring.
I love the neutral color scheme here.
H&M
V-Neck Cable-Knit Sweater
free-est
All for Sun Maxi
I’d be all over this if I were going somewhere warm this winter.
Dark denim is it for 2025.
MANGO
Double-Handle Bowling Bag
In a sea of wide-leg trousers, straight legs are a breath of fresh air.
This skirt is almost sold out on Nordstrom.
MANGO
Draped Off-Shoulder Top
I love everything about this top.
MANGO
Kitten-Heel Coco Boots
In case you can’t tell, these are deep burgundy and croc-embossed, and they would look incredible with black bootcut jeans and a blazer.
H&M
Rib-Knit Boat-Neck Dress
Cozy and chic is my favorite combo.
free-est
Julia Sweater Set
PSA: Free People makes some of the coziest sets out there.
Ideal for lazy weekend dressing.
MANGO
Micro-Houndstooth Suit Blazer
The teeny, tiny houndstooth print is really special.
H&M
Bow-Detail Ballet Flats
Ballet flats that feel more slipper-like are all I want to wear right now.
MANGO
Double-Breasted Wool Coat
The perfect menswear-inspired coat.
free-est
Perfect Tones Set
This set would look so cute with a pair of crew socks and loafers.
We The Free
Folk Applique Cord Shirt
For a good time, wear this shirt.
Free People
The Unknown Pinstripe Straight-Leg Trousers
Free People
Little Secret Round Sunglasses
The shape of these sunglasses is so good, and they come in several colors.
If I still lived in NY, this would be at the top of my wish list.
Veja
Veja Volley Sneakers
I like the idea of pairing these with an oversize double-breasted black coat and light-blue jeans.
We The Free
The Perfect Tee
I’ve been noticing retailers have been opting to style their looks with a black T-shirt instead of a white one recently, and I’m loving the change-up.
