There is no need to put your sense of style on hold just yet when the temperature drops below zero. It’s simple to dress with class by layering!
Many of us were taught early on that layering is the best way to stay warm in the cold. Each layer’s air pockets provide excellent insulation. That’s the reason many thin layers work better than a few thick ones.
Layer Your Clothes Effectively
It is time to learn how to layer your winter clothes correctly. This foolproof layering strategy will keep you warm and cosy all winter:
Bottom Layer
This is the garment that comes into direct contact with your skin. It must be an ultra-light fabric to deal with your sweat and keep you dry. Silk or merino wool tank tops are an excellent choice.
Middle Layer
The middle layer is what keeps your body warm and protects you from the cold. You should select a thicker garment for this layer for better insulation. Here, knit sweaters are the best option.
THE EXPERT TIP:
– If you’re about to buy a winter jacket, then make sure there is enough room for you to play, especially in the shoulder and sleeve areas. Layering won’t work otherwise. In other words, the fabric will no longer flow and your movement will be restricted.
Top Layer
It has to be windproof and waterproof. When you spend time outside in the city or country, wool is the warmest option. Some nylon added to a blend will make the coat look newer for longer. Stay away from fabrics produced from multiple fabrics! They are probably going to begin pilling.
Don’t Forget The Accessories
They are as important as the clothes themselves! If you don’t wear your wool hat and scarf, you will still feel cold, no matter how many layers you put on! The effect is stronger the wider your scarf and the more generously you drape it over your shoulder. Try wearing a poncho or tying a sweater over your shoulders for a more formal look. Chic little items, such as cashmere gloves or ribbed-knit snoods, are great to keep you warm from head to toe.
In terms of being trendy, the layered look also has a lot going for it. Be fashionable this winter with our useful pieces of advice:
1. Be careful with Volume
Anything over four or five layers is excessive. Be sure to strike a good balance between loose and body-hugging fits, and thick and fine fabrics. Your jacket and only two other tops are enough.
A four-layered stylish look might look something like this: As your final layer, add a woolly coat with wide shoulders and a loose blouse or blazer over a thin tank top and a tight-fitting fine turtleneck. This matches well with wide-cut fabric pants and thin tights underneath.
2. Create visible layers
Define your layers! Experiment with various necklines and lengths. Wear a crew-neck shirt underneath a loose V-neck sweater, a turtleneck sweater underneath an unbuttoned blouse, or a slipover over a shirt to show off a long top.
3. Mix texture
A variety of fabrics makes your layered look more attractive. Try combining wool with smooth leather or bouclé with satin, for instance, to experiment with various textures and create contrasts.
THE EXPERT TIP:
– Do you think your layered look might appear cluttered? Limit yourself to one eye-catcher per outfit, stick to high-quality basics, and avoid using too many colours and patterns. Combining two or three colours is your best choice.– You can always opt for monochrome looks. You can’t go wrong with layered looks made of one colour or different shades of grey or beige, as well as all-black or all-white looks, which are particularly elegant.
