Art, unfortunately, doesn't always suit life”whenever I see winter runway shows or collections, I often think, ¦but would these actually work in a real winter? Some materials and cuts just don't weather salt slush and wind chills well, and when the weather gets vicious, it can be hard to think of experimenting with new clothing.
Fortunately, many of this season's trends are actually viable even in a Canadian winter. Here are some sound directives for styling yourself all winter long.
Get puffy with it
By now we’ve all seen those exaggerated quilted jackets that look both oversized and ridiculously comfy at the same time”it’s a sign that we’re back to embracing architecture and volume in our cuts. To many people it can seem like unnecessary frou frou, but a trumpet sleeve or a pronounced shoulder can often complement your shape with minimal effort. Be careful not to overdo it with frills and ruffles, so that length and structure of the garment itself can do the work for you. Wear it: TOPSHOP Crew Neck Trumpet Sleeve Top ($30)
