Winter clothes: what to wear, types of fabrics, and coats

Winter continues in some parts of the world, and in the southern hemisphere, some countries are about to enter it.

For this reason, we continue to wear winter clothing during these months. So, let’s see what kind of winter clothing exists and how we should use it.

First of all, the first thing we think of when they talk to us about winter is: keeping warm. Therefore, we should always look for clothes whose fabrics give us warmth.

For that, let’s get to know the fabrics that trap body heat and keep it:

Types of fabrics

Cotton

It is a soft fabric, one of the most common in the creation of clothing. And it is very comfortable and hypoallergenic.

Fleece Plush

It is very soft, and although light, it provides good thermal retention. That´s why we don´t recommend it in climates that are not so cold.

Wool

It is par excellence the anti-cold fabric since it has a high capacity to maintain heat. However, use wool with another layer underneath since it usually irritates the skin because it is not a soft fabric.

Nylon

It is a soft fabric and ideal for the cold. Nylon is usually used as a first layer, so it is recommended (more in case of sweat) to wear it with something else on top.

Corduroy

This is a thick fabric that combines cotton with other fibers. Corduroy is soft and versatile because there are jackets and pants of this fabric.

Denim

Or jean fabric, it is used for middle or outer layers. Keep in mind that this type of fabric adapts to the weather. So, if you are going to use it, try to reinforce it with other fabric types.

Leather

In addition to being a classic and providing a chic touch to your outfit, they protect against the wind.

It is ideal to use as an outer or middle layer.

What to wear in winter?

Long coat

Indispensable for the cold. Look for a plain long one that matches most of your clothes so you can wear it daily.

Shearling-type jacket

This means 3/4 length. Make sure you get it in earth colors or nudes and that it is combinable.

Fur coat

They bring a lot of warmth and a chic touch to your outfit.

Long vest

People use I between layers. You can wear it over your shirt, t-shirt or dress. They look good in their classic versions and even in the more elaborate vests.

Poncho

Ponchos can be closed or open, plain or printed, with the material being usually wool to give you warmth. It is one of the most stylish choices.

Long Jacket

A longer jacket than the typical one at the waist or hips gives you coverage on top. Get it neutral in color to match.

Short sweater

With thick fabric that you can wear alone. You can combine it with jeans, skirts, and pants when the weather is not extremely cold.

Cardigan

Choose the one that best suits your style, plain, with buttons or zipper, a hood, or a satin collar.

Shirt

Try to wear ones with thick fabric to provide warmth. You can combine it with pants, jeans, leggings.

Short dress

It is ideal to use with leggings or long stockings to combine them with boots and long coats.

Long dress

Likewise, they are ideal to combine with long and short boots, stockings, jackets, and above all.

Tube skirt

You can match it with long stockings, leggings, boots, vests, shirts, and cardigans.

Jeans

They go with everything, so use them according to your taste and style.

Leather pants

They are excellent with shirts, cardigans, vests, especially jackets, and add warmth to the body.

Wool cap

There are two sayings: the cold enters through the head and feet, and that we lose part of the body heat through the head.

Whichever is correct, it is the reason for the existence of beanies.

Today we find endless models and colors to combine with our wardrobe.

Choose some neutral colors that you can wear and combine them with different clothes. And don’t go out without them on days with the lowest temperatures.

Gloves

Another excellent ally for winter days is gloves.

Like hats, there are many options on the market for materials. Even gloves allow you to use touch devices without taking them off.

Choose basic colors that combine with everything, especially with your hat. Leather ones are an excellent option because they offer good heat retention.

Scarf

We could not forget such a great accessory as the scarf.

Another critical area to keep covered is our neck. And scarves give us that extra thermal protection we need during these days.

In addition to that, we can have a monochromatic outfit and wear a colored or patterned scarf.

This will give a super chic touch to our wardrobe.

Long Underwear

Yes, there is underwear for winter.

Its use is recommended for extreme climates and for when we will be away from home for long periods.

People use it as a first layer, and it is ideal if you go to the mountains or practice snow sports.

Stockings or leggings

We already recommend its use in combination with other garments. But tights and leggings are, in fact, accessories that provide warmth to the body while they look great and give a touch of elegance to your outfit.

Boots and ankle boots

We already went on to talk about the benefits of boots or ankle boots.

In addition to being a type of footwear that is currently very fashionable and is one of the most popular, they are recommended for snowy, rainy, and humid days.

The average shoe or tennis will not give you the necessary coverage, while boots or ankle boots will. In addition to preventing your feet from getting wet.

There are many models and styles available. So, depending on your type, choose the ones you like, trying to match them with most of your clothes.

Types of Coats

Peacoat

It is a classic coat that sailors used to wear. Peacoats have front buttons and are cut to the knee. They are usually worn double-breasted to provide further protection from the cold.

These are usually made of wool, commonly in black and navy blue.

Parka

This coat is made of waterproof fabric on the outside and padded on the inside. They come with a hood usually made of a soft material that provides warmth.

The classic model is olive or military green. However, it has diversified and can find a wide variety of colors.

It is an ideal coat type because it conserves body heat and protects from wind and rain.

Quilted Anorak

Despite its appearance, it is a very light type of coat.

It is padded, its filling is usually of feathers, but we can find it of other types. The cover can be waterproof and is ideal for combinations with many kinds of clothing.

There is a full coat version and a vest version which you can wear with a sweatshirt or thin sweater underneath.

Trench

Or better known as a trench coat.

It has had a permanence over time which has made it a classic. The color par excellence is beige. However, this type of coat has also evolved, and we can find it in other colors and materials that better insulate the cold.