Frankly, as soon as the temperature drops, it’s hard not to buy all the chunky jumpers and cardigans in the shops. There’s something comforting about chunky knitwear. It brings so much warmth to the soul! But here’s the bad news for you. Unless you’ve got a walk-in wardrobe like a Hollywood star, your chunky knitwear is likely taking all the room in your wardrobe. You can argue to your heart’s content that winter clothes need to take more room; the truth is that your winter wardrobe is overflowing with stuff you don’t need. So, it’s time to regain control to stay warm and stylish this winter without breaking the closet door.
Be smart about storage
When you can’t physically grow your wardrobe, you need to be smart about storage options. Ultimately, winter clothes tend to be thicker and require additional space compared to skimpy summer dresses. So, rather than trying to pack everything behind one wardrobe door, why not rotate your outfits by season? You can keep your summer and winter wardrobe separate, keeping the one you don’t need in a storage unit. Alternatively, there are smart ways to utilise unused space inside your home. You can store your seasonal clothes in vacuum-sealed pockets underneath the bed or in the loft. If you’ve got a guest room, it’s the perfect spot for a seasonal wardrobe.
Focus on thin but warm fibres
Right, chunky knitwear. We love it, but our wardrobes hate it with a passion. Chunky knits use a lot of room for little benefits. It might look cute, but it doesn’t keep you as warm and toasty as thinner fibres such as cashmere or mohair wool. Thinner fibres will serve a dual purpose in your winter wardrobe. First of all, you can finally shut the wardrobe door without any struggle. But more importantly, they’re less likely to let the cool air through. So they physically keep you warmer, which means you can be more playful about your outfit rather than playing the infinite onion layer game.
Arm warmers are your best friends
Arm warmers have been a lockdown discovery, whether you’ve opted for a set of sleeves attached to a super cropped jumper that hits just above the bust or a pair of long, fingerless gloves. What’s so good about arm warmers? They keep your extremities warm. Did you know that women tend to get colder hands than men in winter? Cold fingers are often associated with a slower metabolism, so the body focuses on keeping your core warm. As a result, you get cold fingers, and you tend to struggle to stay warm. However, arm accessories can help push blood flow to your extremities, keeping those hands toasty while you work. The result? You’re less likely to give in to the next chunky knitwear item you spot in shops because you won’t be cold!
Two words: Thermal underlayers
Thermal underwears have a bad rep. They don’t sound sexy. But they can transform your winter experience significantly. If we get another snowy winter, you want to stay toasty without adding too many layers. A thin thermal vest or a pair of thermal leggings will be invisible underneath your clothes, but they will protect you from the cold.
It’s time to make peace with your winter wardrobe. Keep it manageable and warm this winter with smart choices. From storage to fibres, let’s get ready for a stylish, cosy, and stress-free winter!