A post by lovely intern Lizzie :)
Hello everyone! It’s Lizzie here, I’m a new intern for British Style Bloggers and for my very first post, I thought it’d be lovely and seasonal to talk about fashion for the snow! I know it’s been causing a whole heap of problems for transport and the opening of businesses at the moment, but for me personally, it’s a bit of a calamity deciding what on earth to wear. Often when it’s snowing, the whole prospect of style goes out of the window and comfort is key, but looking at these gorgeous pictures proves that perhaps it is possible to be both toasty-warm and fashionable in the snow!
Now I love my parents, but because of their extremely fussy, pernickety nature, when I was tiny I always went out cloaked in layer upon layer of vests, jackets and coats. I guess that because of this, I’ve always associated snow style with children looking a little like the Michelin Man. But this doesn’t have to be the case! Obviously it’s necessary to wrap up warm, maybe even donning a faux-fur aviator hat like the lovely lady in the picture above and to the left. These are currently available all over the high street, my favourite probably being Topshop’s variety - http://bit.ly/fAEGq0
It’s a little pricey, but will be a real investment buy and has the potential to be a snow day staple! The aviator hats are perfect to accompany the current Autumn/Winter heritage trend, and conveniently double up as a brilliant way to disguise wet, frizzy, snow-covered hair!
Keeping with the 40s theme... Coat-wise, this winter’s essential item is undoubtedly the vintage-inspired duffle coat. They’re ultra-warm and classic, harking back to the era of elegance and sophistication; seen on a multitude of celebrities, from Audrey Hepburn to today, Taylor Swift (as above)! Your best bet is to purchase one in a neutral shade such as camel, navy or grey, as this way whatever you wear underneath will co-ordinate perfectly! My favourite duffle coat is the Modcloth beauty available here - http://bit.ly/i8uR7u
Okay, so maybe it’s a little strange to be in love with a coat, but this one’s so romantic and beautiful, and would look just charming over boots and a pair of skinny jeans. The duffle coat still has a bit of a geeky schoolgirl stigma attached to it, but it won’t do for long - the preppy style has been seen gracing the catwalk this autumn, and designers such as Tommy Hilfiger and Cynthia Steffe have been featuring styles inspired by the series Gossip Girl, with knee socks, pleated skirts, pastel jumpers and naturally, duffle coats aplenty.
Speaking of which, there’s also the conundrum of what to wear underneath your coat! In the summer months, it’s simple enough to throw on a floral dress and sandals and you’re sorted, but now the idea of layering seems a little more daunting. But hallelujah, the answer has come to us in the form of jumpers – not everyone’s going to love these patterned ones, but I think they’re pretty adorable. Probably like the clothing equivalent of roast dinners on Sundays and a cup of tea; comfortable, traditional and perfect for a cold winter’s eve. Inspired by Scandinavian style, they have a lovely whimsical charm about them and this Zara option (http://bit.ly/gNTRgK) is definitely going on my Christmas list!
So whatever you choose to wear during this snowy season, remember, as my parents would say, the most important thing is to make sure you’re warm, safe, and cosy! Though it’s oh-so-tempting to spend the day inside with a hot chocolate and daytime TV, the snow only comes a few times a year, so I’d recommend that you should make the most of it, and take advantage of the chance to wrap up warm in some of these fabulous clothes. Thanks for reading, and have a great time in the snow!
My cause this Christmas
Everyone knows that friend who seems to have everything – particularly in the fashion blogger community – and it can be a serious palaver choosing a gift for this girl. Instead of buying something that’ll end up in a drawer or even a landfill site, I think that it would be a brilliant plan to head over to http://www.oxfam.org.uk/shop/oxfam-unwrapped, a site that combines present ideas with more importantly, helping those in need. There’s a whole range of items to choose from - goats and cows to teachers and health workers – all of which will really benefit families in Less Economically Developed Countries, and give you a really happy glow when you sit down to eat your roast dinner, knowing that you’ve contributed to the merry Christmas of somebody else abroad!
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