7 Stylish But Low-Effort Winter Outfits You'll Want to Copy Immediately
Winter fosters many mixed sentiments: excitement for cosy dressing, but frustration with the relentless cold; the love of outerwear, but resentment towards its necessity. To top it all off, our energy levels collectively plummet, leaving us with little motivation to assemble suitable looks. The solution is to arm ourselves with a collection of easy winter outfits that will make getting dressed—even on the darkest, dreariest mornings—a less daunting, maybe even enjoyable, prospect.
Getting dressed in winter can be difficult, especially when you want to look chic and stay warm in the process. But somehow, each time I open Instagram I'm met with a stream of influencers who make it look so simple—and I want in.
Below, I’ve rounded up seven impressive winter outfits I’ve spotted lately, all of which include staples that may already be lingering in your wardrobe. And if not, I've included the key pieces you'll need to re-create your favourite looks. Consider your winter outfit rotation sorted.
EASY WINTER OUTFITS TO TRY:
1. Camel Coat + Straight-Leg Jeans + Loafers
Style Notes: When dressing for cold weather, one way to retain a sense of style is by sticking to the classics. Lizzy has done just that with her camel coat, blue jeans and loafers combination.
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H&M's cashmere collection is one of the best on the high street right now.
Citizens of Humanity is a key brand for high-quality denim.
2. Puffer Jacket + Leggings + Knee-High Boots
Style Notes: For the ultimate cosy and casual look, team a puffer jacket with your softest leggings (even better: a thermal pair). Finally, sleek knee-high riding boots will add a fashion touch to the outfit.
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A practical and stylish addition to your wardrobe.
3. Wrap Coat + White Jeans + Suede Boots
Style Notes: At this time of year, the temptation to dress in dark, moody hues takes hold. Combat this instinct with a fresh palette of greys, whites and tan.
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This elegant coat will go with every outfit (and make it ten times chicer).
You could also style these jeans with shades of ivory and pearl for a ‘winter whites’ look.
4. Knitted Co-ord + Kitten Heels
Style Notes: Knitwear in all its forms is one of the joys of this season—even those missing summer can't deny their love of a slouchy knit. For a more refined take, swap your jumper and jeans for an elevated co-ord.
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There's something so elegant about slingbacks.
5. Maxi Coat + Bright Scarf + Wide-Leg Trousers
Style Notes: Incorporating a well-placed pop of a trending colour is your ticket to a low-effort, stylish ensemble. See Francesca's use of red accessories for inspiration.
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Abercrombie's tailoring is not to be overlooked.
6. Wool Jacket + Knitted Skirt + Trainers
Style Notes: It's easy to live in jeans through the winter months, but a wool skirt can be just as simple to style while offering double the comfort.
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Massimo's coat and jacket selection is on-point right now.
A refreshing change from the average black cross-body.
7. Turtleneck + Brown Trousers + Square-Toe Shoes
Style Notes: Minor considerations can be the difference between a boring outfit and one that catches glances as you walk down the street. A square-toed shoe is a directional choice, and tonal styling always makes an outfit feel intentional.
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These drawstring trousers strike the balance between laid-back and polished.
Bébhinn Campbell is an Edinburgh-based fashion and lifestyle writer and editor. She started her first blog at age 14 and went on to intern at print and digital publications in Berlin and London, including Dazed & Confused and Indie magazine.
A job at a fashion startup took Bébhinn from Ireland to Scotland in 2019, where she now works as a freelance journalist and copywriter covering everything from travel and interiors to styling advice. As a contributor to Who What Wear, Bébhinn always keeps her eyes peeled for emerging trends and looks worth writing about. She prides herself on her ability to cut through the noise and identify solid investment buys, exciting new brands and fresh takes on classic design.
In her spare time, Bébhinn enjoys perusing Edinburgh’s best vintage shops, working through her out-of-control book collection and watching dog reels on Instagram.
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