As we are slogging through part 2 of winter (post-xmas), here is a reminder of some winter workstyle staples that allow you to get what you need done, work your wardrobe and stay warm.
In the winter, your spring or summer dresses topped with a blazer just won’t cut it. In your winter closet, you want a few long sleeve sheaths made of heavier fabrics that allow for even further layering in the office or under your jacket (read, parka). Neutrals and solids downplay any bulkiness.
This dress is from Femme de Carrière based in Quebec, Canada, and has been a piece in my winter wardrobe for years.
On the suits front, some of those cotton or linen ensembles can go into storage. Enter tweed or boucle. Tweed suits hardly need an intro. They are woolen, structured and colourful.
Femme de Carrière and J Crew are my go-tos for interesting and stylish takes on tweeds.
Lastly, you need layers sans snowpants. Invest in low-heeled and structured (not slouchy) over the knee winter boots.
These London Fog over-the-knees have impressively held up through a couple Ottawa winter seasons.
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