Monday, October 27, 2008
Pile it On.
I was never good at the layering thing until I moved to San Francisco. Living in Gilroy all my life where in the summer you would live in a swimsuit and in the winter only had to go shopping for a new sweatshirt to keep warm was not good for my laying abilities. So when I moved up here, I had no clue what to do. I find too that many other women have had the same dilema as I. Well, let me just tell you that there is hope. If I can do it so can you, and the first key is thin warmth.
Let me just tell you that yes, that hand knitted angora sweater looks great, but really doesn't fit under your wool winter coat, and with a scarf on you can barely see your head. Now like all fashionista we want to be warm and still look smokin' hot during the wintertime. (But not like a marshmellow) That is where the first key comes in, invest in some very fine knits. Cashmere and cotton come in very fine gauge knits and are popping up everywhere for fall. Maybe a cashemere turtle kneck to layer under those tunics from the summer or a long sleeve cotton top to put underneath your button downs. Thats the first step. Just one extra layer close to your skin will help protect you from the frost.
The second step is to make sure that you are covered from head to toe. This definately doesn't mean that dresses are a big no no for fall and winter, in fact I've seen more dresses this year than ever before. But to keep those gorgous gams from becoming popsicle sticks we suggest leggings. Cashmere leggings are huge and you can find them in all kinds of neutural tones to work with every outfit. Plus they add a little bit of luxury to your outfit and they feel amazing. If your not sure about the investment of cashmere leggings than there is still the good ole' cotton spandex legging availible to all. But my favorite leg covering this year is brightly colored opaque tights. I own a pair in cobalt blue with stirrups at the feet. (Talk about flashback to the eighties!) Every color you can imagine is out there, and they look amazing paired with black, grey or complimentary colors. Paired with a pair of cute flats you have a look that is mod and modern at the same time.
After you've gotten the first layer down you can add anything you would normally wear in the warmer weather. My favorite thing to layer is tunics, the bright summer colors really look great against the darker fall tones of black and grey. That pop of color really stands out. The last thing I would suggest are some great accessories. A scarf or cowl knit, maybe a sweater vest for just one more layer but super cute and trenty, and a great pair of gloves. Whether you go with leather or cashmere look for a pair that has a little bit of playfulness and it will set you apart from the other gloved hands.
With those couple of tips you should be set to stay warm and look hot this winter!!!
-Britni
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