You don't have to sacrifice being warm and cozy in the name of fashion. For winter 2021, designers have found ways to impart style on even the coziest of pieces—like puffer coats and leggings. Not overly complicated or fussy, this winter's trends are all about adaptability. Whether you're hitting the holiday party circuit or have intentions of planting yourself firmly between your couch cushions, these pieces can do both. Ahead, we've got six of our favorite winter trends you can start shopping now.
Geometry Class
Look instantly pulled together by throwing on a power printed jacket. Not in the mood for chit chat? One of these will do all of the talking for you.
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Stand Studio Nino Coat
La Doublej Bird Appliqué Wool Coat
DANCASSAB Angela Coat
Sea Helena Geometric Belted Coat
Sergio Hudson Giraffe Print Swing Coat
Avec Les Filles Double-Face Star Print Cocoon Coat
Aritzia olive mini 15" skirt High-waisted, pleated mini skirt
Isabel Marant Etoile Plaid Gathered Skirt
J.Crew Plaid Skirt
Legging Up
Leggings are not groundbreaking, but in even more fabric and fit options, they should find a way into your winter wardrobe this season.
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Wolford Latex Stirrup Leggings
Frankie Shop Stretch Jersey Flare Leggings
Simon Miller Stretch Stirrup Leggings
Pinko High Shine Faux Leather Leggings
LESET Stirrup Leggings
Totême Ankle Zip Leggings
Theory Button-Hem Cotton-Blend Leggings
Splits59 Raquel High-Waist Flared Leggings
Blue Jean Baby
Head-to-toe denim was big for fall, and we're continuing to see it thriving through the winter season. Play with patchwork styles and a range of washes for denim that's anything but dull.
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MOTHER Patchwork Chambray Jacket
E.L.V. DENIM Two Tone Jeans
STAUD Denim Jacket
RETROFÊTE Ada distressed denim jacket
Veronica Beard Kimpton Denim-Plaid Combo Jacket
Veronica Beard Kimpton Denim-Plaid Combo Jacket
A Rush of Ruching
Be the belle of this season's intimate holiday gatherings in dresses brimming with feminine ruching details.
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A.L.C. Colorblock Ruched Dress
Marni ruched-effect shirt
Veronica Beard Stretch Cotton Dress
Pinko ruched-effect top
Philosophy Di Lorenzo Serafini Ruched Pencil Skirt
Tove Ruched Poplin Maxi Dress
Ski School Cool
Keep snug as a bug in oversized puffer coats that can be worn on the mountains, but look just as slick on city streets.
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Ambush Down Puffer Coat
Rag & Bone Rudy Puffer Coat
Proenza Schouler White Label Faux Leather Puffer Trench Coat
Baum und Pferdgarten Coastal Communities Brooks Puffer Coat
Sara Holzman is the Style Director at Marie Claire, where she has worked in various roles to ensure the brand's fashion content continues to inform, inspire, and shape the conversation around fashion's ever-evolving landscape. A Missouri School of Journalism graduate, she previously held fashion posts at Condé Nast’s Lucky and Self and covered style and travel for Equinox’s Furthermore blog. Over a decade in the industry, she’s guided shoots with top photographers and stylists from concept to cover. Based in NYC, Sara spends off-duty hours running, browsing the farmer's market, making a roast chicken, and hanging with her husband, dog, and cat. Find her on Instagram at @sarajonewyork.
