Haute or Not: A Blog

The new winter season’s style agenda is officially set, and this year it’ all about class and texture with a touch of retro femininity reimagining elevated nostalgia. It’s time to banish the bulky boredom opt for elevated statement basics to make every outfit chic. So, here is a breakdown of what’s haute and what’s not this winter season:

1. High neck pea coats

Pea coats are hip length double-breasted coat that often resembles a shortened version of a trench coat. They elevate any look and add the polished and classy touch that’s trending this winter season. The structural integrity of the coat, in particular the high neck style, pulls together outfits styled with anything from wide leg trousers, to leggings, showing that comfort and cohesiveness can coincide. This is the investment piece of the season that makes your style instantly look figured out.

2. Sheer tops

Sheer tops are a piece that will never and have never gone out of style. However, this winter season this style is taking different forms. Although typical styled for more evening attire with a tighter fit, this year sheer tops are flowy, classy, comfy, and casual. We’re seeing relaxed, draped, silhouettes for true elegance on a night out. Additionally, we’re seeing more casual tops designed for everyday or lounge wear. Sheer is comfy, classy, and the versatile and transitional piece of the season.

3. Layering slips dresses

Layering is a styling art that comes in waves and in different forms. This year, we’re seeing slip dresses being layered in the most elegant way. Typically under sweaters or plain t-shirts paired with jeans or relaxed trousers, the lace detailing and satin material of a slip adds an elegant and classy touch. The asymmetrical style that we’re commonly seeing adds the perfect dimension to any casual outfit.

4. Textured tights

Tights are stepping out of the shadows of the basic black opaque and becoming the statement accessory of the season- textured, patterned, and deliberate. This trend mixes practicality with style and is an essential addition to any night out. Paired with a statement coat and a mini skirt or shorts, textured tights bring out the femininity of any outfit. Lace tights in particular have taken over this season offering divine elegance and class this winter.

5. Small framed glasses

Eye-glasses trends are shifting to a minimalist, small-framed style for both optical wear and sunglasses. This trend is embracing the sophisticated, elegance, and class that we’re seeing embodying the trends of this winter season. Key style include the small oval and rectangular shape alluding to this chic intelligence look. The minimalist and effortlessness of the small framed glasses makes them a staple this winter season.

6. Zebra print

Animal print is back like it never left but this year it’s a minimalist zebra print. The black and white pattern of zebra print make it the perfect elevated neutral this winter. Taking the form of ballet flats, tops, accessories, or handbags, the print allows for a subtle, yet striking accent to any outfit. It is the perfect neutral with a fun elevated twist making any look chic and effortless.

7. Suede

Suede has dominated this winter season adding to the classy and sophisticated tones we’re seeing this year. This trends taps into a quiet luxury that enriches any outfit without relying on loud patterns and colors. What we’re seeing most is suede leather jackets and suede handbags adding a unique touch and a neutral yet a compelling texture making any outfit chic and timeless.

8. 2000s business casual

The everyday look is taking a nostalgic turn this year incorporating business casual pieces mirroring the early 2000s looks. Offering a polished yet relaxed style, the fitted buttoned up tops and wide leg trousers often paired with a trench is a nostalgic look with a modern twist. The early 2000s emphasis on effortless style is perfect for remaining chic and comfortable this winter season.

This winter the fashion landscape is pivoting towards an elevated nostalgia look setting a new agenda that balances texture, class, and retro femininity. By embracing elevated basics, this season encourages intentional styling and layering. So there you have it, this years breakdown on what’s haute and what’s not this winter season.