I was at an event in NoLIta on Tuesday, and for first the first time in a long time I was compelled to actually stop and ask someone where their sweater was from. I braced myself to hear Khaite or Toteme or another spendy brand—but instead I was *delighted* to be told that she’d picked it up on a whim at Cos that very afternoon. The vibe was that it had happened completely unexpectedly, almost against her will. “But it's just so weighty and soft!”, she said, and insisted I touch her arm. The hallmarks of a much more expensive knit, we solemnly agreed as immediate friends.
If the question is whether I could bop into Cos on any given day and find a truly solid purchase, the kind you wear on repeat all season long, it's never a no. I live dangerously close to the Cos store in Williamsburg, which makes walking home down the south side of North 6th St risky business—so you can imagine how it went when I popped by yesterday in the name of research. I’m proud to report that I fulfilled my editorial duties, and have identified all the best winter fashion they have in stock right now, for you to enjoy scrolling and shopping at your leisure. Did I also perhaps arrive home with a new knit? Again, not no. But in my defense, she was right—it is very soft.
The sweater had me interrupt a stranger. (It's the side profile that got me.)
The perfect satin pants to pair with my new knit.
Faux snakeskin accessories are really growing on me. If I bought a belt last week, is it too soon for a bag?
This is an *excellent* cardigan.
Burgundy accessories, can't go wrong.
A great skirt to pair with the cardigan above.
Highly recommend clicking in to see the chic detail at the back.
This pic doesn't do the sleeves justice.
But have we considered the delight that is a fringe wool coat?
Alternatively, here's some entry-level fringe.
An ideal everyday ankle boot. And if you're thinking, man, this heel would be perfect as a knee-high style...
...you'd be right!
A sweater that says she's ready for the holidays.
My friend has this bag, an she gets asked about constantly.
Really into these earrings—a little soft pink pairs so beautifully with burgundy.
Just here for a laptop-friendly tote with a good, thick shoulder strap.
Also here for this quirky little guy.
If your bag is decidedly not quirky, this charm brings some personality.
Love imperfect jewelry in all shapes and forms.
Extremely cozy, good pockets.
This belt looks designer IRL
Not enough "nice" coats have hoods. I will die on this hill.
These are going to sell out immediately.
Okay, let's do some great black winter dresses real quick. This may as well be designer.
A great neckline and a little corset detail really goes a long way.
How much do we love a machine-washable dress?
Just a little bigger than it needs to be, which is the perfect size.
Everyone's favorite quilted crossbody now comes in an on-trend leopard print.
Just quietly perfect.
The exact long-sleeve tee to layer underneath.
It's so windy and chilly today in NYC, $135 to wrap my head in cashmere honestly sounds like a great deal.
I'll leave you here with this perfect scarf.
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31 Maxi Coats From Shopbop, COS, and Mango That Have My Undivided AttentionFloor-sweeping styles only.
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I'm Only Buying My Winter Basics From This One Nordstrom BrandIt's *that* good.
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I Live in Basics—These 29 Elevated Styles Will Sell Out From Nordstrom's Black Friday SaleVersatile pieces.
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I Love the Sweaters at Zara, COS, J.Crew, Vince, and Nordstrom—31 That Are GorgeousNew staples ahead.
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I Was a VIP Nordstrom Stylist—These 5 Elevated Winter Basics Are the Most FashionableUpgrade your wardrobe.
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I'm a Professional Shopper—30 Elegant Picks I'm Eyeing From Mango, COS, and NordstromThese are too chic to pass up.
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Anne Hathaway Wore the Elegant Jacket That Makes Every Outfit Much ChicerA foolproof solution.
