Winter fashion by no means calls for anyone to sacrifice their warmth to be deemed stylish. Style comes in many forms, so dressing for the brutal cold weather is no exception to being fashionable. Layering, sweaters, long coats, boots—all are perfect for the winter and all can contribute to a stylishly sick fit. However, many still struggle with how to put such an array of clothing items together into a coherent style.

But, don’t you worry babes, because here are some cute little tips for the winter season that’ll keep you looking stylish and keep you feeling warm.

First things first, the most important thing to remember during the winter is layering. Layering your clothes can help you fight off the cold but also keep some of your favorite items, like t-shirts or tank tops, in your outfit rotation. Throwing on a long sleeve or turtleneck under any tee or tank can help spruce up your look whilst keeping you warm. Not to mention that it can make it look like you put effort into your outfit, when you really didn’t at all!

If you choose to wear a skirt or dress, slipping into some stockings—that fit within the color scheme of your outfit, of course—helps add a chic look and acts as another layer to help your legs fight off the brisk winter cold. And don’t shy away from throwing on a warm long sleeve or turtleneck under a dress either! Remember—layering is key!

Some thick, good quality jeans can act as yet another means to protect your legs from the cold, while sweaters are also a must during this time of year. That being said, simple and warm items can easily be mixed and matched when all in the same color palette. Maintaining a balance of warm clothes that match a good amount of your wardrobe can definitely aid you in compiling a fashionable winter fit.

With that, there will always be a staple clothing item for every season, whether it’s a breathable shirt for the summer or a good raincoat for the fall. During the winter, the one clothing item that will never fail you is a nice warm coat. Puffy coats, long coats, trench coats, and more can help you stay warm while sporting a chic and fashionable look. No matter the look you’re striving for—whether it’s sporty or sophisticated—a coat can always take your outfit to the next level.

Lastly, one of the most important style tips to remember: fashion is whatever you make it to be. What I’ve learned trying to find my style is that, if you wear something you feel good in, then you’ll look good in it! Simple as that! Confidence is key when donning some of your favorite clothes, but also being comfortable in your skin is imperative to achieving the ultimate goal of fashion—self-expression. Fashion, although seemingly elusive for many, is a medium in which individuality can truly flourish. So go! Be unique! Wear whatever makes you feel like a boss a** b*tch, as long as you remember to stay warm 🙂