Stylish Winter Outfits (Just add Poncho)

Problem: In Canada, we have longer and colder winters than other countries but that does not necessarily mean that only ugly winter clothing can keep us warm. My goal for the next 3 months is to figure out how to dress warm without wearing a winter coat. I hate wearing a winter coat everyday to school. Its like repeating an outfit every single day. I do own a bunch of coats but I hate hiding my outfits under them!

Solution: PONCHOS

Ponchos 

Ponchos are a great alternative to the winter coat. To maximize their ultimate warmth potential, they need to be paired with long gloves, a chunky scarf (wool), tons of layering underneath with sweaters or shirts and thermals and woolen tights. As for the footwear, depends on the forecast. If its snowy,slippery and wet think rugged boots or heels with grips.Don't forget cute headwear!

Poncho Tips:
1) Long gloves, Thermal stockings, knitted leggings and chunky scarves are a MUST for warmth!
2)Poncho must be mid thigh length at least to make sure it can fight off gusty winds and keep you warm.
3) COLOUR is always a plus in the winter.
4)Hidden Internal Layering: add camisole and thin shirt under everything!
5)Hot headwear. Literally.See below diagrams.
Tip: Use headband ear warmer as neckwarmer if scarves don't match poncho.


Here are more ways to style the poncho to maximize warmth: