Considering that I’ve forced myself to LOVE winter this year (or at least not hate it), I’ve been narrowing in on how to make it more enjoyable. Without a doubt, the number one thing that I think is going to save me sounds easy enough. (It’s really just common sense.) Dressing. For. The. Weather. There’s a rhymed Norwegian phrase that translates to English as, “There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing.”
After spending a few days in Lake Placid with single digits and just getting back from a trip to Vermont with sub-zero temps, excluding windchill, I can attest. Having the right clothes on makes all the difference.
These are two different days from the Lake Placid trip, but as you can see, I have a pretty good formula for dressing! Skinny jeans or leggings + a parka + cozy sweater + warm boots. And a HAT.
Similar Neutral Hat // Similar Navy Hat // Parka // Sweater #1 // Sweater #2 // Similar Leggings // Boots #1 // Boots #2 // Sunglasses
I tried to get that fair isle sweaters a few weeks ago and they were sold out of my size – I have my fingers crossed that they get it back in! Hope you’re having a wonderful time in Lake Placid!
Lauren,http://www.atouchofsoutherngrace.com
I hate the winter cold, but I must say I do love fashion in the season. Perfect for layers and lush coats, like yours! 🙂
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I love the boots with the fur! I can see the lower part is pretty much waterproof, is it not? The parka looks cool as well. I love your style. xx
I love the boots!
x Mariya
http://www.brunetteondemand.com
Such great winter snaps from your trips! I totally need to hook myself up with some cold weather clothes! It keeps dipping under freezing here in the UK (though that’s by celsius standards so not as cold!) and here I am wearing ripped jeans like it’s the end of Spring.. Ha! It definitely doesn’t make a fun experience!
I hope you have a wonderful Sunday,
Michael
https://www.mileinmyglasses.com
Such cute and cozy looks! I have been trying to enjoy winte more this year as well and having the appropriate gear definitely helps!
Taylor | http://www.livingtaylored.com
Invest in socks! Smartwool has been my go to with the freezing weather in Chicago! The best ones are their Chups – totally worth the price! When JCrew has their “everything in the store” sale, the women’s Chups are included! (Not the men’s though – don’t know why) Smartwool long underwear is the best too! Stay warm
Great post, but really…
https://backyardsandkitchens.blogspot.ca/2018/01/really-how-to-stay-warm.html
Def the outfit can change your attitude on the weather. I bought a TNA winter jacket three years ago and a good pair of Nike snow boots I bought 10 years ago and with the current temps we have been having in the midwest I don’t feel as negative as I would if I didn’t have the appropriate outfit to wear.
You always dress so cute for cold weather, Carly! I’m also from Florida and moved to SC last year. Last Wednesday when we had snow I didn’t even want to leave the house! My winter survival is dress to survive.
I love laying in the cold weather. My Canada Goose has been a lifesaver in NYC!
The Champagne Edit
I was in NYC this weekend when the wind chills were in the negative digits. I had to wear a dress for an event, so I wore black tights and then black Athleta tights OVER that. It looked like I was just wearing normal tights and I was so warm! Just wanted to share that trick I discovered!
Did you remove the real fox fur collar just for the pictures, or did you purchase the coat without the fur collar?
I took it off for traveling because I couldn’t get my bag to zip!
I’m surprised and disappointed to see how many bloggers I love are promoting Moncler coats. As a dog lover and former vegetarian, I’m surprised you’d be willing to purchase a product with fox fur, especially fur that is there for essentially aesthetic reasons. I’ll never be a Moncler fan.
Hey Carly! I’ve been a longtime reader but i think this is my first time commenting! Thanks for all the amazing content you make – your hard work definitely shows. 🙂 I did want to ask, as i saw you wearing this coat in an insta post, what made you decide on the moncler coat? I finally pulled the plug and made the biggest splurge of my life to buy a canada goose, and did a ton of research, which I’m sure you did as well. I’d love to hear your thought process, since you strike me as someone stylish but smart and thrifty at the same time!
I have both! The Canada Goose is DEFINITELY warmer, but I like the fit of the Moncler more!
Do your legs not get cold through the blue jeans?