As we say goodbye to the holidays and hello to the cold bite of January, stave off the winter woes by making sure you have these cold weather wardrobe essentials on hand…

 

wardrobe essentials

 

1.  Bootights – These tights are ingenious!  Tights with built in socks made to wear with boots!

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Bootights with Built-in Socks $34 at Chloe’s in Cahaba Heights or Bootights.com

 

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Bootights come in an array of fashionable choices

 

2. All Weather Boots – Uggs, Hunter wellies and Frye riding boots are all great choices for this time of year, but these boots from Aquatalia are the total package featuring a stylish look with a completely weatherproof exterior. Hopefully some of these will be on sale soon!

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Weatherproof Suede Bootie $375 by Aquatalia 

 

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Narla Weatherproof Suede Tall Pull on Slouch Boot $450 by Aquatalia.com

 

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Nello Weatherproof Calf Pull On Boot with Strap and Buckle $485 by Aquatalia.com

3. Cashmere Sweater

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Cashmere Tee $129 – $188 at J. Crew

 

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Cashmere Tippi Sweater $99 – $168 at J Crew

 

 

4. Neck Warmers

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Paula Bianco Infinity Scarf on sale for $48 at Metropark.com

 

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Tattersall Infinity Scarf $98 at Coach

 

 

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Cashmere Scarf $198 at Banana Republic

 

5. Great Coat or Jacket – pick up a coat or jacket that suits your style and keeps you warm and toasty in these dropping temps.

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Fur Bomber on sale for $165 at Rebecca Taylor

 

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Faux Shearling Drape Coat on sale for $69 at Chic Wish

 

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Ombre Faux Fur Coat $178 at Top Shop

6. Colorful Denim – Don’t let the bleak weather fade your style. Invest in a bright pair of denim to add flair to your wardrobe this season. Colorful denim can be found in just about every store.

 

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7. The Ultimate First Layer – I discovered this layering top at Theadora and have purchased one in every color. They sell out fast, so if they don’t have the one you want, give them your name and number and they’ll gladly call you when new stock arrives.

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$28 at Theadora

8. A Punchy Purse – A snazzy handbag can instantly elevate your look.  Step away from your basic brown and black and go for a bold color or an edgy detail like studs.

Rebecca Minkoff Cupid Studded Satchel $495 at Neiman Marcus

 

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Mia Studded Tote on sale for $263 at farfetch.com

 

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MICHAEL Michael Kors Hamilton Python Embossed Tote $398 at Michael Kors

 

9. Camp Socks – these J. Crew socks are a must to keep your toes warm in the cold weather.

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$16.50 at J Crew

 

10. A Winter Frock – So many fabulous dresses are on sale now. I’m loving the clean, mod look of a long sleeve mini dress.

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Tibi Silk Dress on sale for $159 at Cusp

 

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ABS Two Tone Long Sleeve Dress on sale for $126 at Bloomingdales

 

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Zip Detailed Long Sleeve Dress $98 at Ann Taylor

And, an 11th…. GREAT SKIN! Today is your last day to enter our exclusive $300 skincare giveaway with TMB Skincare! For details and to enter, click here.

 

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