Winter 2023 Fashion & Styling Inspo

It’s that time of the year again! Winter is in full swing, welcoming the annual adjustment of daily routines and preparations to face the following months of frigid winds, cloudy days, and the upcoming new year. Maybe you’re stumped about how to revamp last year’s pieces, or you’ve finally decided to go on a much-needed shopping spree to bring the wardrobe you’ve been manifesting on your Pinterest board to life. Wherever you may be in your winter fashion journey, Here is a specially curated list of some essential pieces for this season and styling inspiration to help.

The Classic Collar – Many of us have mastered the art of facing east coast winters with one indispensable item to brave freezing gusts of wind: a reliable jacket. Last season, the iconic puffer found stardom in various colors and styles. This season, however, collared shearling jackets are taking center stage. From staple denim to the classic motorcycle style, shearling jackets are a staple for those days when cooler temperatures require a cozier layer to any outfit. A favorite shearling jacket that recently caught my eye is the “Waylon” by the streetwear label Kith. With a sticker price of over a thousand dollars, the Waylon is unlikely to be in your check-out cart, but use it as an inspiration as you look at more affordable versions of this popular winter offering. A jacket like this, designed in an aviator silhouette and silver hardware, could be styled casually with a pair of dark-wash Levi 501s, a basic white long-sleeve, ankle-length white socks, and New Balance 550s.

The Monochromatic Uniform – I first became interested in monochrome outfits while keeping up with NBA style. For years, basketball intersected with fashion through player collaborations with sportswear brands like Nike, Under Armour, Adidas, combos which have produced some of the most widely known and worn basketball sneakers. In recent years, however, NBA fashion has begun to evolve with individual players experimenting with street style and formal wear, proving to sports fans that the runway from travel buses to the locker room is just as invigorating as a Gucci show during fashion week. The Lakers’ Russell Westbrook is a true pioneer of today’s NBA style. While frequently sporting eye-popping ensembles, the point guard sometimes…