I've Lived in NYC and Boston—Here's Everything I Think Is Chic for Winter

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British fashion influencer Anna Newton poses in her modern wood kitchen in London wearing an oversize black coat, camel crewneck sweater, dark wash jeans, and a woven brown leather tote bag

Whether strolling the streets of Boston or New York City, there are some definite overlaps in what I reach for during the winter months. I don't know if I'd fully attribute that to the likes of each city, since I am a creature of habit no matter where I reside, but the options are chic nonetheless. My aim is to always look timeless and put together no matter what city I'm in.

This season, there are some key pieces I have been wearing on heavy rotation. Each is effortless and packs an elevated punch, including classic sweaters, dark-wash jeans, black booties, and more. Keep scrolling to check out six chic winter picks that have my attention right now.

Oversize Coats

An oversize coat instantly elevates any outfit. I like to reach for black, gray, and neutral options in a variety of timeless styles.

Wool Blend High Collar Coat

ZARA

Wool Blend High Collar Coat

Double-Breasted Coat

abercrombie, Double-Cloth Belted Wool-Blend Coat

abercrombie

Double-Cloth Belted Wool-Blend Coat

Belted Double-Faced Wool Scarf Coat

Gap

Belted Double-Faced Wool Scarf Coat

Shoulder-Pad Trench Coat

H&M

Shoulder-Pad Trench Coat

Belt Handmade Coat - Women | Mango Usa

Camel Pieces

Any time I wear a camel piece, I receive a compliment. The timeless color gives ensembles an expensive feel.

Cashmere Classic-Fit Crewneck Sweater

J.Crew

Cashmere Classic-Fit Crewneck Sweater

Lyocell Jacket With Pockets - Women | Mango Usa

MANGO

Lyocell Jacket With Pockets

Cable Stitch Long Sleeve Midi Sweater Dress

Treasure & Bond

Cable Stitch Long Sleeve Midi Sweater Dress

Berkeley Bucket Bag in Leather and Suede

jcrew

Berkeley Bucket Bag in Leather and Suede

Oversize Double Breasted Coat

Lucky Brand

Oversize Double Breasted Coat

Lioness La Quinta Pant

Shopbop

Lioness La Quinta Pant

Dark-Wash Jeans

When colder weather comes around, I find myself reaching for dark-wash denim styles. They feel dressier and more elegant. Plus, they go great with any top style.

Levi's Ribcage Full Length Jeans

Levi's

Ribcage Full Length Jeans

Ajax Barrel Leg Jeans

AFRM

Ajax Barrel Leg Jeans

Z1975 High Rise Wide Leg Jeans

ZARA

Z1975 High Rise Wide Leg Jeans

Citizens of Humanity Miro Relaxed Jeans

Citizens of Humanity

Miro Relaxed Jeans

Brigitte High Waist Wide Leg Jeans

MANGO

Brigitte High Waist Wide Leg Jeans

The Margot High Waist Straight Leg Jeans

Joe's

The Margot High Waist Straight Leg Jeans

Black Booties

I am loyal to versatile black booties, especially in comfortable flat and low-heel versions. I keep the higher styles for more formal occasions.

Arazio Kitten Heel Bootie

Nordstrom

Arazio Kitten Heel Bootie

MANGO, Squared Toe Leather Ankle Boots - Women | Mango Usa

MANGO

Squared Toe Leather Ankle Boots

Flexa Comfort Leather Bootie

SARTO by Franco Sarto

Flexa Comfort Leather Bootie

MANGO, Leather Boots With Kitten Heels - Women | Mango Usa

MANGO

Leather Boots With Kitten Heels

Simaya H2o Waterproof Platform Bootie

Dolce Vita

Simaya H2o Waterproof Platform Bootie

Marla Bootie

Classic Sweaters

How I love sweater season. There is nothing I appreciate more in fashion than a classic sweater to cozy up in. Crewnecks and turtlenecks are usually my top picks.

Crewneck Sweater

MANGO, Turtle Neck Sweater

MANGO

Turtle Neck Sweater

Basic Soft Knit Sweater

ZARA

Basic Soft Knit Sweater

Heritage Cotton Rollneck™ Sweater

J.Crew

Heritage Cotton Rollneck Sweater

Cashmere Crewneck Sweater

Caslon

Cashmere Crewneck Sweater

Oversized Turtleneck Sweater

H&M

Oversized Turtleneck Sweater

Woven Bags

No matter the season, a chic woven leather bag is a great idea, but there is something about adding the beautiful textured detail to a winter look.

Italian Leather Small Handwoven Tote

Quince

Italian Leather Small Handwoven Tote

Handwoven Leather Tote

Madewell

Handwoven Leather Tote

Santa Croce Leather Tote Bag

Dragon Diffusion

Santa Croce Leather Tote Bag

Sac Shoulder

8 Other Reasons

Sac Shoulder

Chelsea Woven Leather Hobo Bag

Aimee Kestenberg

Chelsea Woven Leather Hobo Bag

Bembien® Camilla Bag

J.Crew

Bembien Camilla Bag

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