You don’t have to go out and buy a new coat. Instead, update the one(s) you have with the many fun, fashionable and affordable cold weather accessories of the season. From head to hands, textured, patterned and chunky knits dominate. Fingerless gloves (sounds like an oxymoron, but read on!) will be even more popular with the evergrowing “texting” crowd. Floppy brimmed caps and wool knit cloches will top heads as the weather gets cold. While the biggest wardrobe addition of all will be the wide choice of novel and interesting scarves.
HEAD TOPPERS
Not surprisingly, with so much body heat loss coming from your head, hats are for more than just fashionistas. From sensible to stylish, hats make a statement about you, whether you put one on for one reason or the other, or both. Look for a silhouette that, most importantly, is comfortable to wear. The fit should feel right, and the fabric should be non irritating against your skin so it can be worn for long periods of time. And finally, your hat should work with the look and color of your coat or outfit.
The big shape this year is the floppy beret with or without a brim in cables and other chunky knits and crochet stitches. Details will include pompoms, fabric flower and fur (let’s support the “faux” version) adornments.
The last, but not least, trendy touch is color. Look for hats in a big selection of great hues that coordinate with all the colored suede boots—in addition to proverbial black, choose from rich tones of plum, teal, deep red and mustard yellow.
Be adventurous. This is not a big financial investment, and, as my niece so wisely put it, “ there’s nothing wrong with going a little bit out of your comfort zone.”
NECK WRAPS
You will find a diverse collection of lengths, shapes and colors, this season that will change the look of your outfit in an instant. With a plethora of choices at a wide range of prices, you will have a hard time picking your must haves and must gives.
Starting with pattern, texture and color, choices abound—from plaids, stripes and paisley patterns to ruched, brushed and novelty stitches. When it comes to scarves, don’t just reach for black (or brown). This is the piece that should add a splash of color to your all black ensemble.
We, at LBMgifts, see the lighterweight, dressier scarves as an alternate to the statement necklaces we are wearing this Fall. Drapey fabrics of with burn out velvet and appliqué designs feel comfortable and add an instant finishing touch. Also, try out the almost blanket size, ultra thin wraps that may be the most versatile scarf you’ve ever owned. This silhouette easily loops around the neck without feeling bulky, or wear it open as an impromptu full length shawl. Another interesting and versatile shape is the trapezoid that can be wrapped or tied a multiple of ways. Our favorite is our pompom trimmed style that comes in six gorgeous colors and is affordably priced at $24.00.
Don’t forget that scarves also make wonderful gifts for the Holiday season for just about every woman or man on your list. You can find one for every taste and at every price range to fit your gift giving budget. Everyone wears one and needs to have more than one at hand for a finishing accessory or dash out the door.
HAND SAVERS
Your hard working hands must be well protected from the cold as the temperature drops. This season, gloves offer fashion along with warmth. There are lots of options out there in a variety of lengths, colors and details. Whether leather, suede, velvet or knit, these gauntlets will feature ruching and gathering, ruffled borders and button closures.
With the emergence of sleeveless and short sleeved dresses, as well as, three quarter and bracelet sleeved jackets and coats, fashionable and functional arm warmers and (really) long gloves will cover bare arms perfectly. Keeping cozy never looked so chic!
Fingerless gloves, the style that used to be just an “I don t get it look, now takes on a new meaning. Have you ever tried texting with gloves on? From cute flip top mittens to glamour esque elbow reaching styles, fingerless features give you the ability to keep in touch without missing a key. The LBMgift pick is a trendy cabled pair from San Diego Hat Company. These make a really unique gift for the younger crowd!
Once again, color, color, color. Match your colored bag, match your colored boots. You can’t go wrong, since most everything goes with black!
Now you and everyone on your gift list can be warm and fashionable this season. Remember, you don’t have to break your budget to give and get great accessories that will be worn and appreciated until the Spring.
Author Resource:
H.K. Leib is the owner and gift finder of Lou, Babs & Moogs, an eclectic shop and website filled with an everchanging mix of unique and useful gifts for all occasions. See her blog and more great gift ideas at http://www.LBMgifts.com
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