I'm Nosy, so I Asked 5 Stylish New Yorkers for Their Favorite Winter Staples

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The timing of this article couldn't be better. The temperatures are lower than we've seen in years, and New Yorkers are putting fashion to the side in exchange for as much warmth as possible. Yet when I look at the experienced fashion crowd, they still look put together somehow (and warm!). I've heard whispers at fashion gatherings about base layers, cozy socks, and other secrets that people who are used to braving the cold in New York use.

I can't help but want to ask, "Wait, how exactly are you dressed so well and not freezing? What are you layering with?" Someone tell me! If you're as nosy as I am, you'll be glad to hear that I decided to save us the trial and error and ask them myself. They spilled the beans, and my shopping cart is officially full. Below, find out what five stylish New Yorkers are using to stay warm and survive the cold this winter. 

Xenia Adonts, Founder of Attire

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Chrissy Rutherford, Writer and Brand Consultant

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Christina Grasso, Digital Creator

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Cortne Bonilla, Fashion Writer

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Caroline Huang Maguire, Fashion Director at Shopbop

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Sierra Mayhew
Fashion Editor

Sierra Mayhew is a fashion editor at Who What Wear, bringing a decade of industry experience to the editorial team. Since joining in 2021, she has made her mark by blending luxury and accessible fashion, decoding runway trends, and curating must-have shopping lists. Before joining Who What Wear, Sierra sharpened her skills at Harper's Bazaar and Elle, with bylines in Bazaar.com and collaborated with iconic brands such as Gucci and Ferragamo. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame, Sierra translates editorial expertise into viral social content, making fashion engaging for a new generation. Her unique perspective is rooted in her love for travel, music, and discovering the hidden gems that make New York City a constant source of inspiration.