It’s easy to be super stylish this fall and winter by keeping in mind these very simple “dos and don’ts”. Starting off, leave the UGGs and their look-a-likes at home; they’re not waterproof and impossible to keep clean coming into winter. Instead, look for a sexy leather knee-high or ankle boot, which you can pair with any fall/winter outfit. Next, save the parkas and sweatpants for super cold days. Seeing these items in the fall and early winter with leaves on the ground is just silly; you need to save those jackets and sweats for snowstorms and zero degree Celsius weather. Instead, pick up a patterned cocoon coat and a great pair of jeggings. These comfy and warm alternatives can give you that fashionable oomph that can make for a stunning look. One more very important fashion “don’t”? Those animal-head winter hats. These are reserved for the wee ones under five years of age. Ladies, we can do better with a slouchy wool beanie. Check out our favourite fashion “dos” below.

1. Style inspiration: think layers, sleek coats and comfy leather boots. Photo courtesy of Garance Dore.
2. Sleek & Flat Leather Knee-High Boot ($270), available at Nine West.
3. Patterned Cocoon Coat ($138), available at Gap.
4. Marc by Marc Jacob Jeggings ($138), available at Shopbop.
5. Zono Slouched Hat ($45), available at Big It Up.

By: Brittany Sammy, Toronto

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