Staying Warm and Fashionable this Winter: Outwear Investments
As we plunge into the depths of winter, layers upon layers surface in the aims of tackling the icy breeze which sweeps the quad. In so much as a trustworthy beanie, scarf and gloves are important, so is our choice of outwear – warm and cosy should not be deemed opposites of fashionable. Hand in hand with layers and some heat tech basics, these are the top four timeless outwear garments that will help you both tackle the cold, and boost your wardrobe this season.
Puffer
For everyday use and a sportier look, puffer jackets are a winter must, given their versatility and robustness no matter the meteorological conditions. The best part? With thousands of different brands, lining materials, length and colour options, they adjust to all budgets. A recent fashion name gaining terrain in the coat market is Canada-born MACKAGE, standing up to established houses like Moncler and Canada Goose this Fall-Winter 2020 season.
Shearling
Long considered a fashion investment, shearling jackets are often passed down from generation to generation, given their high quality, durability and timelessness. Ideal for a more urban-chic look, they also provide a comforting sense of embrace with their soft lining and heavy weight. Nowadays, the expanding sustainable fashion domain has launched numerous faux fur options, to take over the traditional sheepskin. To find out more about this season’s best shearling investments, click here.
Bomber
Bomber jackets definitely fit in within the realm of timeless coats. With their strong historical background, dating back to the armed forces uniforms as well as varsity jackets, they have prevailed and been adapted within pop culture as the years have passed. From classic leather, to fur lined and nylon, more and more new models spring up as the fashion industry experiments with different materials. Paired with an underlying hoodie and ideal for a more sport-casual or street-style look, brands like Alpha Industries have been steadily consolidating their presence in today’s fashion scene.
Leather
They seem to have a personality by themselves, packed with attitude, history and presence. Investing in a good quality piece is especially important when it comes to leather jackets, given that they attain wear-value as time goes by. They are essentially the jacket version of staples like Converse, which the more you wear and tear, the better they feel and look. Although they are usually associated with season transitions like Autumn and Spring, they are also suit for winter when layered over turtlenecks and topped with thick scarves. Although traditionally seen as a more masculine piece, Fortune magazine has recently written an article on “How the Leather Jacket Became the New Power Blazer” for women. Click here to find out more.
