The winter months are unpredictable indeed. When we all thought it couldn’t get any colder, and we started digging out our favorite spring outfits—Hello, blizzard! Thanks to the almost 18 inches of snow that consumed Columbia this week, the final stretch of winter stuck us in a major Catch-22. But no worries! Once again, Her Campus Mizzou is here to help you out by featuring 10 layer-able outfits from high-end brand names to local boutiques.
Essentials:
All you need to wear underneath is a pair of leggings and/or a basic turtleneck. Put on a warm, cozy jacket and you’re good to go. Who says fashion and comfort can’t coexist?
(Forever21.com Fab Turtleneck Sweater, $12.50)
(Forever21.com Cozy Knit Leggings, $8.80)
(Nastygal.com Alexa Sweater Dress – Charcoal, $78.00)
(Nastygal.com Bamboo Scoop Top – Wine, $38.00)
(Forever21.com Fair Isle Tee, $17.80)
You don’t have to be bold in only spring and summer time; try this season’s trend: Mix different patterns together. Wear the colorful tribal maxi dress as the high-waisted skirt, and pair it with the monotone tee. You might be surprised.
(Forever21.com Tribal Maxi Skirt, $13.50)
Shorts are a good alternative, too. Go for the high-waisted ones and wear leggings underneath.
(Forever21.com Brocade Tap Shorts, $17.80)
(Belle boutique Siesta, $47)
(Belle boutique Bronze Kimono, $45)
How to transform these summery pieces into winter cuties? Wear a black turtleneck underneath. Easy breezy!
(us.asos.com River Island Wool Mix Fairisle Belted Cardigan, $86.18)
(us.asos.com ASOS Cropped Waterfall Cardigan, $60.34)
Not warm enough? Put on the faux fur parka; it’s warm, chic and PETA-friendly!
(us.asos.com ASOS Faux Fur Lined Parka, $103.44)