Fashion in Montreal, styling and designer clothing in Montreal

Updated on the 1st of every month

by Olivia Deane

Just because it’s –26°C outside it doesn’t mean you should have to choose between looking fabulous or getting frostbite. Hopefully, these tips will help you stay both toasty and stylish for the rest of the winter season.

The Sweater
A stylish sweater is just what you need to keep the cold away. They are available in tons of styles and fabrics from comfortable cotton to luxurious cashmere. Turtlenecks can also be doubled as a scarf to keep your neck warm when the temperature plummets. Pullovers are versatile and can be worn casually or dressy.

The Scarf
The trick to buying a scarf is to choose a fabric that caresses your skin like angora or pashmina (textile blend of silk and cashmere) and avoid anything that is itchy. For a more classy and sophisticated look opt for a dark or neutral colored scarf. If you are a little more daring and fun, take the opportunity to add a splash of vibrant color to a dark coat and stand out against the snowy background.

The Hat
Simple hats can be both sexy and snug if you chose the right one. Stay away from uncomfortable prickly fabrics and instead choose wool blends for their thermal property. Don’t forget to coordinate your accessories, nothing looks better than someone who is put-together; try the mix and match approach while staying within the same color tones.

The Headband
The ideal accessory for those of you who can’t stand hats and want to keep your ears from falling off! Headbands are a favorite for girls with ponytails who dread “the bump” and for those who don’t want to ruin their dos!

The Boots
Always make sure your boots have some kind of lining so your toes won’t freeze, otherwise be sure to wear warm thermal socks. It’s best to get water-resistant boots to keep your feet dry and get soles with grips for those slippery days.

Long Underwear
Not the most fashionable item, but can come in handy on those extremely cold days. Most are lightweight and thin and can be worn discreetly under loose fitting pants.

Additional Tips

Cuffing your pants is not only trendy but helps your pants from getting salt stains.
A must have in any handbag or pocket is protective lip balm, which will help keep your lips smooth and kissable, and moisturizer which will prevent chapping and dryness.