11 Easy Outfits to Throw on When You're Running Late This Month

I don't know about you, but it feels like I never have time to choose an outfit in December. Between holiday parties and events, gift shopping, and family commitments, it's arguably the busiest month of the year, but it's also a month that coincidentally requires lots of different outfits.
I'm not proud of this but more often than not lately, I find myself with five minutes left to get ready, frantically throwing on the first outfit I see. Not recommended. But honestly, it's inevitable—sometimes you're just running late, and that's why having a mini arsenal of easy, fast outfit ideas is the key to a less stressful December.
While more of the below influencer-approved outfits are quite casual, they're also quite versatile and can be dressed up or down with a change of shoes, outerwear, and/or accessories. Scroll on to see what I mean and shop the best winter outfit ideas that Instagram has to offer.
Occasion: Tree shopping
What You Need: Faux-fur coat, sweater, skinny jeans, knee-high boots
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Occasion: Wintry Weekend Errand Running
What You Need: Puffer, Turtleneck, Leggings, Winter Boots
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Occasion: Brunch or Coffee With Friends
What You Need: Camel Coat, Khaki Pants, Brogues
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Occasion: Weekends and Holiday Break Lounging
What You Need: Cardigan, Sweatpants, Sneakers
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Occasion: The Office
What You Need: Two Sweaters, Belt, Trousers, Pumps or Loafers
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Occasion: Travel
What You Need: Sherpa Coat, T-Shirt, White Jeans, Tan Boots
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Occasion: Dinner DateWhat You Need: Faux-Fur Coat, Turtleneck, Jeans, Ankle Boots
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Occasion: Holiday Gathering
What You Need: Oversized Blazer, Turtleneck, Skinny Jeans, Flat Boots
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Occasion: Shopping
What You Need: Fur-Trimmed Coat, Turtleneck, Jeans, Black Ankle Boots
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The Occasion: Drinks With Friends
What You Need: Colorful Knit Top, Black Pants, Boots
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The Occasion: Casual FridayWhat You Need: Tailored Coat, Festive Top, Jeans, Combat Boots
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Next up, see the cold-weather capsule wardrobe containing nine outfits—each under $250 total.
Allyson is a senior editor for Who What Wear. She joined the company in 2014 as co-founder Katherine Power's executive assistant and over the years has written hundreds of stories for Who What Wear. Prior to her career in fashion, Allyson worked in the entertainment industry at companies such as Sony Pictures Television. Allyson is now based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and is originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She holds a BFA in theater arts. Her path to fashion may not have been linear, but based on the number of fashion magazines she collected as a child and young adult, it was meant to be.
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