9 Best Winter Accessories

As a summer girl to my core, I’ve never quite perfected the art of winter dressing. Between the muted colors, bulky jackets, and never-ending layers, it seems like I can never get it right. The whole thing makes me want to hibernate until spring. But this season, I’ve committed to changing that because I refuse to let my clothes wear me.

So, what’s different this time around, you ask? I’ve come equipped with an artillery of fabulous, trendy, and gorgeous accessories to bring life to any outfit, no matter how dull. From festive hues to seasonal furs and cozy knits, read on to shop my favorite winter accessories.


Elevated Balaclavas

paris, france january 20 a guest wears a white hood  balaclava, a brown oversized long trench coat, a brown suede bag, sneakers shoes, outside kolor, during the menswear fallwinter 20242025 as part of paris fashion week on january 20, 2024 in paris, france photo by edward berthelotgetty images

Edward Berthelot

Balaclavas are the cool girl accessory this season. Pair one with an oversized coat and sunnies, and get ready for the street style photographers to swarm.

Berry Ski Balaclava

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Bogner Berry Ski Balaclava
Brushed Hood
Boiled Wool Balaclava
Ganni Boiled Wool Balaclava
Cashmere Ribbed Knit Hood
Amicale Cashmere Ribbed Knit Hood

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Hairy Knit Stripe Balaclava
Fallett Hairy Knit Stripe Balaclava
Cabochon Knit Balaclava
Chloé Cabochon Knit Balaclava

Pop of Red

milan, italy february 23 ilenia toma wears a black headband, a black turtleneck, a black shirt, a grey oversized trench coat, red tights, white high heels, a black leather bag, sunglasses, outside tods, during the milan fashion week womenswear fallwinter 2024 2025 on february 23, 2024 in milan, italy photo by edward berthelotgetty images

Edward Berthelot

Psssst! Cherry red works just as well—and arguably better—in the winter as it does in the summer. Whether it’s jewelry, socks, or a bag, you just can’t go wrong with a festive pop of red.

The Agnelli Sock
Comme Si The Agnelli Sock
Bindle Leather Bag
The Row Bindle Leather Bag
Maxi-Flower Scrunchie
Mango Maxi-Flower Scrunchie
Classic Logo Sunglasses
Ferragamo Classic Logo Sunglasses
Cloud Beanie
Guest In Residence Cloud Beanie
Aria Beaded Earrings
Susana Vega Aria Beaded Earrings

Striped Scarves

A fashionable individual wearing a brown coat striped scarf and black boots on a city street

Daniel Zuchnik

One of the best qualities of a scarf (other than being undeniably stylish) is that it requires no effort at all. In an instant, your look can be transformed into something intentional. It’s one of my favorite tricks when I’m in a fashion pinch.

'The Striped' Scarf
Jean Paul Gaultier ‘The Striped’ Scarf
Cashmere-Wool Scarf
Miu Miu Cashmere-Wool Scarf
Holly Striped Scarf
Rag & Bone Holly Striped Scarf
Striped Logo Scarf
Striped Logo Scarf
Acne Studios Striped Logo Scarf
Carro Jacquard Scarf
Jacquemus Carro Jacquard Scarf

Tights

milan, italy february 23 karen wazen wears a white shirt, a bly double breasted oversized blazer jacket , a burgundy leather bag, black tights, leather shiny pointed shoes, outside gucci, during the milan fashion week womenswear fallwinter 2024 2025 on february 23, 2024 in milan, italy photo by edward berthelotgetty images

Edward Berthelot

It’s my firm belief that the right pair of tights can make or break an outfit, so choose wisely. Below, find the top six pairs that make up my personal A-team.

Embellished Tights
Rabanne Embellished Tights
Leopard Print Tights
Dolce & Gabbana Leopard Print Tights
Opaque Merino Wool Tights
Wolford Opaque Merino Wool Tights
Swedish Stockings Lace Tights
Reformation Swedish Stockings Lace Tights
20 Denier Sheer Tights
Calzedonia 20 Denier Sheer Tights
Poppy Tulle Tights

Leather Gloves

paris, france september 28 a guest wears dark brown sunglasses, bright red turtle neck long sleeve shirt, shiny black oversized jacket, dark brown leather gloves, white pants, light brown suede boots, outside hermes, during the paris fashion week springsummer 2025 on september 28, 2024 in paris, france photo by edward berthelotgetty images

Edward Berthelot

There’s something so Parisian about a high-quality pair of leather gloves. Timeless and sexy, they bring a certain je ne sais quoi to any ensemble. And hot tip: You’ll sound very posh if you call them “driving gloves.”

Gwen Gloves
Apparis Gwen Gloves

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Simon Leather Gloves
The Row Simon Leather Gloves
Soft Leather Gloves
Dries Van Noten Soft Leather Gloves
Intrecciato Gloves
Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Gloves
Nappa Leather Gloves
Miu Miu Nappa Leather Gloves
Sculpted Tech Gloves
Coach Sculpted Tech Gloves

Ear Muffs

new york, new york february 15 indira scott is seen outside peter do during new yorker fashion week on february 15, 2022 in new york city photo by jeremy moellergetty images

Jeremy Moeller

Calling all cold girls! Not only are earmuffs practical, they also add a certain playfulness that instantly makes a look more fun.

Shearling Earmuffs
Thick Earmuffs
Yves Salomon Thick Earmuffs
Faux Mink & Leather Earmuffs
Jocelyn Faux Mink & Leather Earmuffs
Esme Faux Mink Earmuffs
Apparis Esme Faux Mink Earmuffs
Floral Crochet Ear Warmers
Tao Floral Crochet Ear Warmers
Teddy Earmuffs

Suede Bags

new york, new york september 10 a guest wears black sunglasses, gold earrings, dark gray blazer jacket, dark gray pants, dark brown suede the row tote bag, light gray monogram pattern gucci heels, outside cos, during the new york fashion week springsummer 2025 on september 10, 2024 in new york, new york photo by edward berthelotgetty images

Edward Berthelot

If autumn ended before you got around to snagging a suede bag, fear not because the trend lives on. These six will do just fine this winter and for many cold seasons to come.

Mini Boomerang Suede
Elleme Mini Boomerang Suede
Split Leather Maxi Bag
Massimo Dutti Split Leather Maxi Bag
Buckle Suede Bag with Belt
Prada Buckle Suede Bag with Belt
Slide Bag
Proenza Schouler Slide Bag
Lune Mini Bag
Aesther Ekme Lune Mini Bag

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Lola Shoulder Bag
Cult Gaia Lola Shoulder Bag

Something Shearling

paris, france october 01 monica ainley wears gold earrings, white t shirt, dark brown suede coat with gold buttons, light brown dark brown quilted chanel leather bag, dark blue floral pattern denim jean pants, shiny black heeled leather boots, outside chanel, during the paris fashion week springsummer 2025 on october 1, 2024 in paris, france photo by edward berthelotgetty images

Edward Berthelot

’Tis the season to lean into shearling. It seems that just about every designer is doing the fuzzy trend nicely right now, so join the club.

Colbacco Shearling & Leather Beanie
Loro Piana Colbacco Shearling & Leather Beanie
Lilith Evening Bag
Khaite Lilith Evening Bag
Shearling Headband
Miu Miu Shearling Headband
Mittens
Furry Crystal Hair Clip
Simone Rocha Furry Crystal Hair Clip
Shearling T-Lock Leather Clutch
Toteme Shearling T-Lock Leather Clutch

Velvet Bows

A person in a stylish outfit holding a handbag walking on a street

Jeremy Moeller

The best things in life are topped with a bow. Polka dotted, velvet, bedazzled—I’m not picky!

Velvet Hair Bow Clip
J.Crew Velvet Hair Bow Clip

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Velvet Logo Hair Bow
Prada Velvet Logo Hair Bow
Mirage Velvet Bow Hair Clip
Storm Label Mirage Velvet Bow Hair Clip
Shirley Velvet Bow Barrette
Lele Sadoughi Shirley Velvet Bow Barrette
Velvet Bow Hair Ties
Bviie Velvet Bow Hair Ties

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Matilda Jaw Clip
Jennifer Behr Matilda Jaw Clip

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