5 Ways To Incorporate Scarves Into Your Layered Winter Outfits
When temperatures plummet well into the minuses the only thing to do is to bundle up! And with the cold temps you’re likely to grab the first chunky knit you can lay your hands on, but another way to add flavor to an outfit is to layer up. Layered outfits often get associated with fall, but they’re also a perfectly good choice for winter. It also allows you to maximize on purchases you made in the fall or spring. One accessory that is key to layering is a scarf. Velvety Jil Dever scarves with jewel tones can add that needed pop of color or texture to a minimalist outfit, or help transition a work outfit from day to night.
Layering With Skirts: Yes! It is possible to rock skirts and dresses in the winter if you layer and you’re prepared. One key way to do this is to incorporate leg warmers and wool tights into your wardrobe. Knee length boots also help. A denim jacket is a versatile piece that should exist in everyone’s closet. Layer it over a cozy pullover, and then bundle up with a velvet, sleek Jil Dever Electric Blue Bryant scarf.
Layering For A Night Out: A chic topper like a bomber is essential for layering. This unstructured jacket allows you to layer over a patterned dress for a look that’s as fashionable as it is warm. Still worried about a chill? Then substitute the dress for a long sleeved blouse with patterns or frills. Top it off with a jewel tone muffler to add texture to your color palette.
Layering with Chunky Knits: Of course the number one option for winter is staying toasty in an oversize chunky knit. For an outfit like this make your scarf the centerpiece. Go with something eye catching or unexpected like a neon color or flamboyant pattern.
Layering For The Business Formal Outfit: If you’re a professional who wears a suit to work then a blazer is key. Choose a long boyfriend blazer that’s thigh-length. It gives you more flexibility in terms of layering with thin blouses.
Want to really master layering? Try a looser blouse under a feminine chemise under a blazer. It will add chic texture to what would otherwise be a drab office look. Also, as the weather slowly drifts into spring, you can ditch the winter coat and opt for a thicker blazer with a Greenwich velvet wrap to have a warm lightweight option for your commute to work.
Layering For The Weekend: Saturdays and Sundays are for versatile outfits. Ones that can take you from brunch to the grocery. That’s why it’s best to pair thick layers with thin layers. Try layering a cropped sweater over a detailed floral print. This allows you to re-purpose your spring wardrobe before the weather actually warms up. Accessorize with a plum colored scarf so when afternoon temperatures fluctuate you’re prepared.
Winter may not be your favorite season, but your fashion doesn’t have to suffer. This season give your scarf a key role in your everyday wardrobe. The only additional accessory you’ll need is a mug of hot chocolate!
Genelle Levy
I'm a freelance writer whose work has appeared in Conde Nast's Them, USA Today, Bustle, Out Magazine, Viacom's Logo, Toronto Life, Hello Giggles, Daily Hive, The Canadian Media Guild, A.Side Culture Magazine, Art+Auction Magazine, Almost Fearless Travel Magazine, The Post and Courier, The Post-Standard and Syracuse New Times. My primary focus is social justice, art, culture, identity and lifestyle.