How to style winter's wardrobe staples

Winter is a season that demands both functionality and styling in our wardrobes. Key pieces that not only provide the necessary warmth but also offer endless styling opportunities.

Here’s a focus on winter staples.

The trench coat

When it comes to timeless style, the classic trench coat is a winner year-on-year! But it’s popularity doesn’t just come from it’s cool-weather versatility, it’s also lightweight enough to move through several seasons with you.

In it’s neutral form, it’s truly a timeless wardrobe staple, but you can also invest in an array of different shades to suit your taste and wardrobe. Here’s some style inspiration we love…

Our top five picks for the season….

Double breasted twill trench coat $99.99 from H&M (pictured above)

Check the links for more trench coats to love…

Cotton Rich Longline Trench Coat $175 from Marks & Spencer

Bershka Cotton Trench Coat $119 from The Iconic

Belle & Bloom Empirical Trench Coat $249.95 from The Iconic

Lottie Trench Coat $129.99 from Cotton On

The chunky knit

Once winter well and truly kicks in, be sure to have a few cosy yarns on call for those really chilly days. While we love a subtle neutral shade to rug up in because they literally go with everything, you can substitute any of the below fashion-inspired ensembles with a knit in your favourite shade.

Knitwear provides the necessary layers to style over tops and shirts and under coats so you can navigate varying temperatures in Winter.

Our top five picks for the season…

Souffle Yarn Long Sleeve High Neck Sweater $49.90 from Uniqlo (pictured above)

Check the links for more knits to love…

Oversized sweater $44.99 from H&M

Dazie Lowkey Oversized Polo Knit Jumper $99.99 from The Iconic

Luxe Mock Neck $49.99 from Cotton On

Cotton Rich Cable Knit Crew New Jumper $65.99 from Cotton On

Wide-leg jeans

Combine comfort and style with wide-leg jeans. Either keep them chic and casual for daywear in a lighter wash, or choose an ink or deeper blue to elevate your outfit.

To elongate the lower body, opt for a mid to high-waist and wear them long. If you’re on the shorter side, shop around for cuts that aren’t too wide – there’s plenty of styles available to suit your shape.

Our top five picks for the season…

Super Baggy Jean $69.99 from Cotton On

Check the links for more jeans to love…

Wide Regular Jeans $89.99 from H&M

&Other Stories Wide Jeans $135 from The Iconic

Juicy High Waisted Wide Leg Jeans from The Iconic

ZW Collection Wide-Leg High-Waist Jeans $79.95 from Zara

Slouchy Mid Rise Wide Leg Jeans $87.99 from Marks & Spencer

The white shirt

Just like jeans, we believe it’s worth investing in multiple white shirts in varying shapes and fits. The over-sized shirt for instance offers a cool fashion edge and pairs perfectly layered under boxy blazers, coats, and beneath knits.

Or switch to a classic, fitted cut that gives off more corporate vibes and sits well with skirts and trousers. However you wear it, this is one piece you’ll have in your wardrobe for years.

Fashion Editor Janine Donovan Fashion Editor

Janine Donovan is one of Australia’s leading fashion editors, having worked across Woman’s Day and Take 5 for over 30 years. Having begun her career on Woman’s Day in the early 90s, where she undertook a cadetship learning the ropes of fashion and beauty for the fast-paced weekly titles. She offers sensible and smart advice for women about what will make them feel great about themselves and is in constant contact with the readers who value her advice on navigating today’s fashion world. Her keen eye for trends and her ability to understand the readers’ needs means she’s a huge part of what makes the magazines’ lifestyle offering successful today. These days she continues to work across print titles such as Woman’s Day, Take 5 and Royals magazine while also contributing her fashion advice on the website, Now To Love.

Instagram