I’m in the process of looking for winter skirts—here are 21 of the coziest and most stylish options I’ve discovered.

      Many of my friends have teased me about rarely seeing me in pants, and they have a point. Since childhood, I've preferred skirts and dresses, whether in Boston or now in New York. Those familiar with East Coast winters can understand why such dedication might seem quite impractical. "Winter skirts" can seem contradictory, but that hasn't deterred me. Over time, I've figured out how to wear them despite the chilly temperatures. My go-to style involves long wool skirts layered with thermal tights and leggings, teamed with knee-high boots. While browsing COS recently, I stumbled upon a concept I hadn't fully explored: a down skirt. As we approach the coldest months of the year, this discovery led me to search for more options. Below, you can shop the coziest and most stylish winter skirts I've come across so far.

      Audry Hiaoui is a New York-based writer. For Who What Wear, she focuses on emerging designers, independent brands, and discovering new labels, along with conducting interviews both on and off camera. Her work has been featured in publications such as AnOther, Wonderland, Office, Interview, Love, and i-D, including several cover stories and print features. Additionally, she has served as an editorial producer for Vogue during fashion weeks. She holds a master's degree in journalism and documentary filmmaking from City, University of London, and has a rich background in film, having contributed to Sundance Film Festival, SXSW, Vice UK, and various projects including documentaries and music videos. Most recently, she was a writer's assistant for an upcoming HBO/A24 series.