I shot this with my Iphone while pumping gas before my thirty-minute ride to Newbury St. in Boston. This was the week we had weather in the teens and lower in between two Nor Easters. I notice as the temperature drops in New England the more horrific people’s attire is. If you have lived here long enough you know it gets cold and stays cold during our winters. That is why it is of the utmost importance to have appropriate garments to protect you from the elements as well as fashion ridicule. I’m sorry but this must be addressed.
- A winter coat. If you live in New England or anywhere where the temperature drops lower than 20’ F you should own a quilted coat. This year I purchased a great Steve Madden quilted coat, which has, pockets (an absolute necessity) and is fitted through the middle. That is my favorite part about this coat, is it doesn’t make me feel like a brown blob and I am warm and well outfitted for defending myself from Mother natures worst winter blasts. It also has double zippers, which is great for driving.
- Hats. I will say there truly is not enough selection out there. I am a hat fanatic. Last year I coined the term (or so I believe) "it’s Fedorable!" I have said it before and I will say it again and again, try on as many hats as you can get your hands on they are an instant upgrade to any outfit! It is so rare you find someone rocking a hat, and I’m sure if you think back to the last person you saw wearing one, more than likely you thought, "ooh I like that hat."
- Scarves. I think my generation is just getting the memo on scarves. There are so many kinds, so many ways to wear and tie them. I’m always surprised I don’t own more of them. Another ultra chic wardrobe upgrader. The scarf I have on here was knitted by my Grandma, she made it especially for me in Tiffany’s blue. Knitted scarves can be warm and stylish. I love this color blue paired with chocolate brown. They blend well together and they make me feel like spring is close by with a reminder of beach waves and blue sky’s.
- Gloves. Leather or thick wool, are the best way to keep your phalanges from freezing off.
- Boots the final step (literally) for a fully functional frigid weather wardrobe. I find the best kinds of boots for trudging through snowbank trenches are nylon waterproof boots. They look polished and utilitarian at the same time. Isn’t that what we all want? Fashion that works for us.
Mmmm Delicious Dior Moon Boots!!!
These 5 items are my winter essentials for a stroll down Boston’s Fashion Mecca on a chilly January Monday. Stay Classy and Cozy Boston ; )