Staying warm and looking good during the colder months can be difficult. Especially for the men on campus. Fortunately, this winter men’s style guide can help keep your fashion game on point for these next few months. Remember, staying warm often comes at a cost.
Layering: For starters, the best thing anyone can do to stay warm and look good is layering. A great start for layering would be a T-shirt under a flannel and then putting on a jacket that complements the whole outfit. The outer layer, a jacket in this case, should be able to bring the whole outfit together. Look for a jacket that matches the rest of the colors or patterns in the look. A safe bet is denim or leather.
Cardigans: Like jackets, cardigans can always keep you looking stylish and warm. When it comes to layering cardigans, the best way is to either wear a Henley shirt, or a long-line shirt. But to dress it up, the cardigan can also be worn with a button down shirt and tie. The cardigan has proven to be a versatile piece of outerwear because of its many different styles and designs. Any pants would generally look good with this outfit. It all depends whether the wearer is dressing it up or down.
Denim: Another style that can be donned during winter is denim. The all-denim look, referred to as a “Canadian Tuxedo,” has been passed down through the ages. Many denim jackets are lined with Sherpa or another warm material, which allows the wearer to be kept warm while looking his best. The “Canadian Tuxedo” generally looks best with a pair of Dr. Martens boots.
Hoodies: Streetwear is very much in style right now, thanks to Yeezy. During the winter, this style can be pulled off with a long-line T-shirt layered under a hoodie. Generally, a pair of skinny jeans or joggers are the go-to pants to have in streetwear. If the weather is cold enough, then a bomber jacket layered over the hoodie would make the outfit look even better. Finally a pair of sneakers is needed to complete the outfit.
Flannel: Any outfit with a flannel automatically has an outdoorsy look and feel to it during these cold winter months. The best thing to layer with flannels are T-shirts, long-line T-shirts or a Henley shirt. Something great to put on over a flannel is a shirt jacket. It keeps the wearer warm, but also doesn’t cover up the patterns that the flannel shirt itself is presenting. A pair of skinny or fitted jeans tucked into a pair of boots is what usually looks best with this outfit.
Coats: If the weather calls for it, a coat can be thrown over a multitude of outfits. Whether it be a pea coat or an over-coat, these warm layers can keep you cozy and looking your best should the unpredictable Louisiana weather call for them.
Accessories: Small style elements matter when it’s chilly. The two best accessories to wear during the winter are a beanie and a scarf. The outfit looks better as a whole if the beanie and scarf match one another. It’s important that something matches something else on the outfit.
