Cozy Girl Winter

Cozy Girl Winter

Wrap up and stay warm this season with these comfy selects.

Hot girl summer is over—it’s time for cozy girl winter (!). When it comes to cold-weather fashion, comfort (and warmth!) is key, and, luckily, the comfy aesthetic is in. We’re talking chunky knits and cardigans, sweatsuits, baggy pants in plush fabrics, booties… essentially, if Stars Hollow a la Gilmore Girls was a trend, this would be it. So, “if you’re out on the road, feeling lonely and so cold,” turn to these snuggly selects from local stores to stay cute and warm. Don’t mind if we do!

Camel Bootie
Turn heads and blur lines between a hiking adventure and cozying up at home with these bona fide fuzzy boots. The bigger the better—and the statement sole, plus pops of pink, on the stylish stompers can certainly level up a look. Shop the Trend: Main & Taylor 

Shirred Parachute Pants
Loungewear is in, and we’re here for it! These Project Social T pants will also take you up, up and away into the coziest corner of your dreams. It’s giving work-from-home chic…  Shop the Trend: Voda Boutique

Sherpa Zip Through
We don’t want to push—er, plush—our luck (!), but we’re pretty positive this Varley sherpa will polish off your OOTD this cozy season. Complete with a ribbed collar and modern shape, the neutral wooly and warm coat is a must-have for a wintry moment. Shop the Trend: Uniquities

Checkered Silk Scarf
ICMYI, scarves have entered the chat, and they’re making themselves at home this season. Perfectly suited for those days when Mother Nature can’t make up her mind, Curated Basics’ cozy-chic scarf boasts versatility for fashioning as you see fit. Get wrapped up in silk sophistication. Checkmate!Shop the Trend: Edge of Urge 

Chunky Knit Cardigan
This isn’t your grandpa’s cardigan. Put your records on—Taylor Swift’s folklore will really set the mood–and discover your new fave everyday knit… and, no, we’re not talking about the songstress’ crooning tune. Handloomed and heavyweight, this piece is “the 1.” Shop the Trend: Monkee’s of Raleigh 

Main Character Coat

Main Character Coat

This season is all about being extra—in the best way.

Gone are the days of suffering in the cold because you didn’t want a big coat to overshadow your ’fit. Now, that sizable coat is the ’fit. That’s right: Chunky, baggy outerwear is trending. And if you’re worried about feeling frumpy, fear not—as, yes, a big coat can be sexy. Think Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, pros of the trend who always manage to appear chic—even in fabric that swallows them whole.

The key is the silhouette. A cinched waist gives those hips the attention they deserve, while cuffed sleeves add volume and allow you to continue scrolling TikTok or typing on your laptop. Of course, you can also embrace the billowy fabrics and let them have their moment. Layering is also critical (word on the runway is it’s perfectly acceptable to wear a hoodie under a large coat to work. … it’s called fashion, sweetie!)—as are shoes, naturally. 

Pair with jeans and chunky sneakers for a casual weekend outing, or dress up with chunky boots (chunky is the MO this season) for work or a fab night out. Being over-the-top has never been cooler. Stand Studio Maria coat, $575, Vermillion, vermillionstyle.com