During the cooler months of the year, staying warm and dry whilst looking stylish is the aim. When it comes to selecting the right clothing for your winter wardrobe, the focus should definitely be on quality over quantity. When it comes to warm winter clothing, look for high quality items like Superdry menswear from EJ Menswear.
A winter wardrobe does not need as much in it as you may think. Although it’s chilly, having some key items that you can mix and match with other items in your wardrobe is what you are going for in the winter – for example a really good quality winter coat can be paired with so many different outfits, and is an essential for keeping warm too, so this is why your focus should be on a few high quality items.
When it comes to coats, consider your lifestyle when choosing a good winter coat. This season the catwalks have been full of smart wool overcoats – these are a good investment and are perfect for a smart look, but if you tend to spend most of your time outdoors and your lifestyle doesn’t require a smarter look most of the time, you may be better off going for a good quality parka, or a sporty windbreaker.
The key here is to do your research, read reviews and think about what suits your job and your hobbies – a good quality coat is something that can last you years if chosen well, so is definitely an investment.
Building a capsule wardrobe around your coat
A good coat works best as part of a small winter wardrobe of quality pieces that go with everything. A few well-chosen items let you dress for most occasions while staying warm and comfortable.
Choose the coat to match how you live. A wool overcoat gives a smart, warm look for work and evenings out, while a parka is comfortable, durable and hard-wearing for casual days. Either way, buy one that will last for several winters.
Knitwear is the natural partner. A chunky wool jumper keeps out the cold under a coat and, if looked after properly, will last for years. Add a quality pair of jeans in a classic cut that will not date. Darker shades such as black and dark indigo are the most versatile, as they can be dressed up with smart shoes or worn with boots for a day outdoors. With these three pieces in place, the coat, the knitwear and the jeans, you have the base of a winter wardrobe that is simple to put together each morning.