{"id":26309,"date":"2025-01-06T09:00:33","date_gmt":"2025-01-06T17:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nexusnewspaper.com\/newsite\/?p=26309"},"modified":"2024-12-18T09:58:53","modified_gmt":"2024-12-18T17:58:53","slug":"tips-for-staying-fashionably-warm-this-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nexusnewspaper.com\/newsite\/2025\/01\/06\/tips-for-staying-fashionably-warm-this-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for staying fashionably warm this winter"},"content":{"rendered":"

As the residents of Victoria prepare for the upcoming months of the winter season, staying warm is on everyone\u2019s mind. Whether walking to class or taking a trip downtown, transitioning from the wind and rain of autumn to the ice and snow of winter can happen overnight. But no one wants to buy an entirely new wardrobe, so here are some tips and tricks to elevate your wardrobe, express your style, and stay warm with pieces you could already have stashed away in the back of your closet.<\/p>\n

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Your closet may already have what you need to stay warm in style this year (photo by Jillian Strachan\/Nexus<\/em>).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Layering is one of the simplest ways to start preparing for the cold weather. The basics can start with a neutral-coloured long- or short-sleeved top as a base. Next, pair it with a sweater, hoodie, or sweatshirt. This layer adds warmth and can elevate the style of your outfit. Lastly, adding a coat on top is one of the best ways to combat Victoria\u2019s unpredictable weather. A good rain jacket, flannel, trench coat, or puffer will go a long way.<\/p>\n

A good staple is a long coat\u2014it\u2019s one of the best pieces that you can have in your closet. A long coat in a neutral color can be paired with almost anything; styles like trench coats and peacoats will never go out of style and will keep you warm year round. Layering can be done easily with pieces that you already have in your closet. Experimenting with the colour, pattern, and material is what makes it fun. Being able to very quickly modify your outfit due to activity or temperature is important for the colder months.<\/p>\n

Accessories are sometimes a forgotten piece of an outfit, but they should be prioritized during the winter. The difference that gloves, scarves, or a hat can make is drastic. Matching colours of your winter accessories is a great way to express personal style and make your outfit look cohesive. A pop of colour is a great way to have fun with an outfit. If your outfit mainly consists of neutral and basic colors, try adding a matching red scarf and gloves. Hats are very interchangeable. Experimenting with different kinds and finding what you like best and what suits your features will not only increase confidence but also keep your head warm.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Shoes can be one of the most important parts of an outfit. Having a good pair of shoes with good traction can make or break your day. Between ice and snow, slipping is a high possibility. Boots are a winter fashion staple. They are everywhere starting in early September and remain in season until mid-May. There are rain boots, motor boots, knee boots, cowboy boots, worker boots… Knowing what kind of boot works best for your lifestyle will be helpful. For example, knee-high boots and thicker-material worker boots add a bonus of warmth for your legs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Staying warm and feeling your best this winter does not have to come at a cost. Great styles and quality can be found at local thrift stores and upcycling stores. Explore local businesses and have fun experimenting with new fashion styles. Neutral colours, good quality basics, and a pop of colour will never let you down.<\/p>\n

Make sure to do some research and discover the fashion you like. Develop your personal style: whether it\u2019s going all-in on trends or trying something new, feeling your best in what you\u2019re wearing will start your year off right.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

As the residents of Victoria prepare for the upcoming months of the winter season, staying warm is on everyone\u2019s mind. Whether walking to class or taking a trip downtown, transitioning from the wind and rain of autumn to the ice and snow of winter can happen overnight. But no one wants to buy an entirely […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":26312,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[7,238,324],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-26309","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-life","category-life-sports","category-january-6-2024"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nexusnewspaper.com\/newsite\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26309","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nexusnewspaper.com\/newsite\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nexusnewspaper.com\/newsite\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nexusnewspaper.com\/newsite\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nexusnewspaper.com\/newsite\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=26309"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.nexusnewspaper.com\/newsite\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26309\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":26313,"href":"https:\/\/www.nexusnewspaper.com\/newsite\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26309\/revisions\/26313"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nexusnewspaper.com\/newsite\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/26312"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nexusnewspaper.com\/newsite\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=26309"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nexusnewspaper.com\/newsite\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=26309"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nexusnewspaper.com\/newsite\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=26309"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}