As BYU students, we all know the cold, bitter winds of winter are about to make their dreaded debut. Some may think it is time to pull out the puffy coats and moon boots. But as impossible as it may seem, you can stay sweet and stylish while keeping warm.

Lauren Herndon, a BYU student who works at Nordstrom, has the inside scoop of what will be sitting in every fashionista’s closet this season.

“Whether it’s a nice pair of leather riding boots or your favorite comfortable Uggs, boots are the biggest sellers for this winter season,” Herndon said. “Over-the-knee boots are especially popular.”

As temperatures drop and the snow starts to fall, boots can be especially helpful on those icy walks to school.

If you want to dress up your outfit for church or school, Oxfords or Mary Jane flats look great with tights.

Black coats and dark-toned sweaters are essential basics, but this year it’s all about venturing into a little pop of color or pattern.
“Printed cardigans are also in. You can’t get enough of them,” Herndon said. “Also, patterned tights or hosiery is the best way to add flair to your wardrobe.”

In order to not look too bulky while layering for the brisk weather, it has become increasingly popular to balance big coats and sweaters with skinny jeans, leggings or the new “jeggings.”
“‘Jeggings’ are leggings made to look like denim,” Herndon said. “They are extra comfortable and not bulky under long shirts.”

A good, fitted coat can be the crowning piece of a number of different outfits.
“We have really cute pea coats and wool v-neck striped sweaters that are very popular,” said Chelsea Norton, a BYU student who works at Gap.

Beanies, scarves and gloves can always give you that extra warmth needed for a busy day in freezing temperatures.

Although it may seem like a daunting task, it really is not hard to continue to stay true to your own charming, unique style in a white wonderland.

In the words of famous fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent, “fashion fades, but style is eternal.”