It's true that getting dressed in winter can be challenging. Freezing mornings have us reaching for blanket coats, thermal leggings and ginormous scarves. In such times of sartorial uncertainty (aka: all of December), can you stay warm and look stylish?
Print-on-print action is a great way to inject life into your winter wardrobe; the key is to stick to a tight colour palette. Take the dark tones in Mango's floral jacket that match the stripes of the black and white midi skirt. We added a subtle colour pop (and extra warmth) with a glimpse of orange underneath the quilted jacket, which makes a great option when it's too cold for a cardigan but too warm for a full-on coat.
Ah yes, a skirt over trousers: the trend that street style stars love but is eternally tricky to master. The good news for all? It's actually a lot easier than you might think. Make like Blanca and keep your skirt to mini proportions so people can appreciate your smart choice of pairing. These cropped trousers work well with a shorter length skirt and make a great alternative to tights. Goosebumps, be gone.
All hail the chunky knit. As the chill sets in, a snug sweater is the ultimate winter saviour. But forget throwing it on in the usual manner: 'tis the season to drape it around your neck. Treating your knit like a scarf is one louche styling trick guaranteed to reset the needle on your winter look. Tuck in your hair for added attitude.
In case you haven't noticed, puffer jackets are firmly on the fashion agenda. If you're worried about looking like the Michelin Man, Mango has you covered. Rather than a duvet-like creation, this version is easy on the puff-factor, so you'll stay toasty without sweltering. And we love the on-trend red. Take a cue from Blanca and mix yours with a feminine dress and statement boots to counteract the casual vibe. Et voila: bye bye winter blues.
Yes, it is socially acceptable to wear pyjamas in the daytime. Chic, even! When you want nothing more than to stay in your PJs all day, loungewear is a win-win. Wear as a complete outfit or mix and match by teaming a slouchy, mannish shirt with wide-leg trousers. Follow Blanca's lead and tuck your shirt into a high-waist for a leg-lengthening look. Whichever route you go, it all comes down to a polished finish. The ladylike bag and gold earrings are the final touches to an outfit that's worth getting out of bed for.