The Hot & Cold of dressing for Fall & Winter

For both men and women Fall and Winter imposes a very difficult challenge when it comes to dressing fashionably and staying warm at the same time.  Is that even possible?  Of course it is. The biggest question I get this time of year is about 'Layering'.  The How to’s to be precise.  

Here are a few tips:

·         THE FIRST THING you should keep in mind is that no matter how cold it is outside the place you work or are going to will be temperature controlled. This is important to remember because it will allow you the freedom to wear what you want without regard necessarily to the weather outside.

·         WHEN IT COMES to layering keep in mind that a few light layers will be easier to deal with then bulky ones. Cotton undershirts for men and colored Tees for women are great ways to stay warm without the added bulk. I like to wear thermals underneath my suits, but in the past they were so hot and bulky. Today you can find light weight silks and blends at any sporting goods store for both men and women. I bought mine from Easter Mountain Sports. I own the light and medium weight thermals and just love them. Between the thermals and my beautiful Winter coat I'm set for anything Mother Nature has in store.

·         MOST PEOPLE LIKE to wear sweaters this time of year and rightly so. Keep in mind that a sweater doesn't have to be big and bulky to be warm. Look for cashmere, wools and wool blends. My favorite sweater material is Marino Wool. Luxurious, relatively inexpensive and will last several seasons. Those of you who have worked with me privately or been to my workshops know I'm big on mixing seasons and this is no exception so all of these sweaters can come from your Spring collection. You can add color and warmth to your Fall & Winter looks at the same time. How great is that!

·         YOU DON'T NEED to spend your money on heavier pieces of clothing like thick wool suits or heavy skirts and the like just because it's cold outside. I don't recommend that whatsoever. Instead invest in a couple of amazing coats. Find the coats that are timeless and classic in style and are made with beautiful fabrics like Cashmere, Angora, Mohair and blends. This is a wonderful opportunity to bring color to your Fall & Winter garb.

·         ACCESSORIES ARE ANOTHER WAY to really stay current during the colder months. Scarves, hat's (for men too), briefcases, shoulder bags, hand bags and umbrellas can be wonderful ways to add to your “Style” without breaking the bank. 

For more tips on 'Layering' you can reach me at ben@re-dress.net

Ben