It’s likely that when you think of layering clothes you get flashbacks to grade school when you would always get reminded to wear your coat. However, nowadays, it’s not that extreme. In fact, layering is more in-style now than ever.

The Proper Layering Techniques

In order to keep up with the latest styles and fashion trends, it’s important to know how to properly layer your clothes. This will help you get more use out of some of your favorite clothes and also help you decide what kind of clothes you need to invest in. Some of the standard tips to consider when layering are to find a black turtleneck, a classic leather belt, and some over-the-knee boots. Here are some classic layering styles and techniques that you may want to consider trying out this winter.

Use Leather for Extra Warmth

Woman wearing an autumn coat with leather pants — A Helpful Guide for Layering Clothes this Winter Season

Incorporating leather into your outfits can keep you stylish and warm. It can be a leather shirt, blazer, or even trousers.

Layer Knitwear

Woman wearing a layered knitwear outfit — A Helpful Guide for Layering Clothes this Winter Season

Knitwear is so in, and it can be used in many ways to layer your outfits. You can have thin knitted sweaters topped with thicker ones or even go for a knitted top and bottom combo. Adding a knitted sweater over your shoulders as a “just in case” cover-up is also trendy.

Tucked Pants Into Knee-High Boots

Woman wearing pants tucked into beige knee-high boots
Layering techniques can also include tucking your pants, jeans, or trousers into your leather knee-high boots. This technique can keep your legs and ankles warmer this winter.

A Black Turtle Neck is So Versatile

Two women wearing black turtle neck blouses — A Helpful Guide for Layering Clothes this Winter Season

A black turtleneck is considered one of the best layering staples for someone’s wardrobe. It can be paired with practically anything, worn alone, under your shirts, dresses, and cardigans, plus more.

Invest in Blanket Scarfs

Woman wearing a blanket scarf — A Helpful Guide for Layering Clothes this Winter Season

Since you probably can’t leave your home wearing your duvet cover without getting strange looks, you can wear the next best thing. A blanket scarf. They’re in style, can elevate your look, and keep you warm.