I Detest the Cold—Here Are the Items in My Cart to Tackle the NYC Weather.
I cannot emphasize this enough: I really dislike being cold. I'm just not made for it. In the past, I was clueless about how to dress appropriately for winter and would complain endlessly whenever I stepped outside from December to February. Last year, I decided I had to change that. I set a goal to learn how to dress for New York winters, starting with a pair of vintage knee-high insulated boots from eBay, several pairs of fleece-lined leggings, and a long wool coat by Filippa Hägg. To prepare for this season, I'm building on that foundation and creating a capsule wardrobe for the upcoming months that will shield me from the cold. I'm gathering Uniqlo Heattech items, thermal tights, cashmere, coats, puffers, scarves, gloves, hats, earmuffs, and waterproof footwear—I'm loading up. On my wish list are a Loulou de Saison sweater, a Paloma Wool bonnet, and vintage Prada Sport boots. As I approach the months when I start thinking, "I need to move to L.A.," here’s what I currently have in my shopping cart to keep me warm.
Filippa Hägg
Oversized Coat
After extensive research on long black wool coats, I found the ideal one by Filippa Hägg.
Paloma Wool
Coucou Warm Knitted Bonnet
The adorable Paloma Wool bonnet.
Last year, I wore my wool coat everywhere, even to the gym. This season, I want a dedicated puffer for that purpose instead.
LOULOU DE SAISON
Bruzzi Oversize Wool & Cashmere Sweater
Loulou de Saison creates my dream sweaters.
lands end
EZ Touch Screen Cashmere Lined Leather Gloves
I need a fresh pair of gloves.
Earmuffs always seem stylish.
Susanna Chow
Harper Alpaca Hat
Susanna Chow has the most charming cold-weather outerwear and accessories.
j.crew
Perfect Cashmere Crewneck Sweater
I frequently wear my cashmere sweaters when it’s chilly.
Smartwool
Everyday Solid Rib Crew
I plan to get more Smartwool socks.
Banana Republic
Cotton V-Neck Sweater
This Banana Republic Cotton V-Neck Sweater has been on my wish list.
Prada Sport
Fall/Winter 1999 Vibram Boots
A pair of Prada F/W 99 boots would be an unbelievable find.
insisfemme
Merino Wool Structured Cardigan
A high-neck merino wool cardigan.
Gap
100% Cotton Oversized Sweater
I recently watched a TikTok highlighting how great this Gap 100% Cotton Oversized Sweater is.
Shrimps is a British brand well-known for its faux-fur outerwear.
I’d love to have the matching red cashmere ribbed gloves and Tier Hood from Baserange.
A standout coat from Josephine Jones.
Intimissimi
Modal Cashmere Ultralight High-Neck Top
A cult favorite from Intimissimi.
I discovered that some fashionistas layer a Uniqlo Pufftech Jacket under their wool coats as a hack.
UGG
Tasman X Waterproof Clog
My best friend owns these and highly recommends them.
Banana Republic
Lightweight Cashmere V-Neck Sweater
V-neck sweaters are making a resurgence.
GANNI
Ripstop Quilted Coat
You won’t regret having a long coat in January and February.
COS
Chunky Pure Cashmere Crew-Neck Sweater
Shopping Director Bobby Schuessler swears by this COS sweater.
UGG
Ultra Mini Classic Boot
I haven't had Uggs since high school, but I think it’s time for me to get a pair again.
Janessa Leone
Benji Headscarf
Uniqlo
Heattech Extra Warm Cashmere Blend Crew Neck T-Shirt
I’m going to need several Uniqlo Heattech tops.
Hunter
Original Tall Rain Boot
Hunter rain boots with shearling insoles.
Living The Dream Alpaca Farm
Alpaca Fur Hat
A quirky winter shopping tip of mine is to look for hats from alpaca farms.
Uniqlo
Heattech Ultra Warm Leggings
Fleece-lined leggings and thermal tights are absolute essentials for me.
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