Styling 101: Layering and Textures, A Guide On How To Dress For The Winter Season
Styling this years' Fall/Winter collection is all about mixing luxurious textures, embracing bold colors, and layering smartly to create chic and functional outfits for the colder months. Here’s a guide to the season’s hottest trends and styling tips to bring Ashia Mode’s collection into your wardrobe with effortless elegance.
1. Embrace Bold Outerwear as a Statement Piece
This season, outerwear is more than just functional; it’s the statement piece of the outfit. From classic trench coats in rich camel tones to structured wool coats with dramatic collars, focus on layering an eye-catching coat over neutral or monochrome outfits. Style a shearling navy coat or fur coat over a black turtleneck and slim trousers to create a sleek, sophisticated base that lets the coat shine.
2. Mix Textures for Depth and Interest
Textural contrast is a standout element in this years' collections, with combinations of wool, cashmere, silk, and metallic threads. Mix chunky knits with sleek leather or satin skirts for a look that balances softness and shine. Pairing textures—like a sequined knit sweater with tailored wool pants—adds a modern edge, creating outfits that are as comfortable as they are chic.
3. Opt for Elevated Knitwear in Luxe Colors
Knitwear is a fall/winter essential, but this season, Ashia Mode introduces elevated designs with intricate details and fresh colors. Instead of traditional black or grey, try soft pastels or jewel tones like emerald and sapphire. For a stylish, everyday look, pair an oversized pastel sweater with fitted jeans and ankle boots. For work, style a fitted knit in a deep color with high-waisted trousers and a leather belt for polish.
4. Add Sparkle to Daytime Looks
Sequins aren’t just for evening wear anymore. Ashia Mode’s collection incorporates sequins into daytime styles, like sparkly cardigans and metallic-threaded scarves, giving daytime outfits a touch of glamour. To style this trend, opt for a sequined top with a blazer and denim, or add a metallic scarf to your usual coat-and-sweater look. Keep the rest of your outfit simple to let the sparkle make its statement without overwhelming the look.
5. Focus on Layering Staples with Chic Accessories
This season is all about thoughtful layering with stylish accessories. Layer long-line cardigans over slip dresses or jeans and add chunky scarves or structured handbags to complete the look. Invest in accessories with a refined but bold character, like structured leather totes or unique jewelry pieces that match the rich tones in the rest of your outfit.
6. Experiment with Monochromatic Looks in Rich Shades
While black-on-black is always in style, try creating monochromatic looks with richer shades, like loden green, burgundy, or navy, for a fresh seasonal twist. A monochromatic look can create an elongating effect and looks instantly put-together. For example, style a navy sweater with matching trousers and a faux fur or shearling coat thats adds texture; accessorize with a silver bag to create contrast while staying in same cool toned family.