Keeping warm, staying stylish: A Proconian winter fashion expedition

Now is a good time to start perusing stores for chunky boots, big jackets, sweaters and jeans that may look like they were worn when your parents were in high school.

Rising trends do not always have to be expensive. I took a trip to the PTA thrift shop on Elliot Road to nd retro-inspired apparel for low prices. It was easy to nd this beige, trending jacket for the upcoming holiday season, while the jeans, simple green crop top and suede boots were similar to what you could nd in a department store.

Junior Lauren Alston publishes a blog where she writes about topics ranging from healthy living to the newest fashion trends.

“In Fall 2015, texture is really big, and the major trends include leather, suede and lace,” Alston said.

If you are looking to get dressed up, lace dresses are the way to go.

Uniquities is a boutique located on Franklin Street. Tiffany Cole, the store manager, filled me in on some of the other incoming trends.

“Ruffled jackets, short skirts and boot-cut jeans will be very popular this year,” Cole said.

For a typical day to day outfit, keep it simple, but add bold statements and accessories.

Try to pair casual jeans or tees with urban boots and jackets. Spice it up with accessories. A chunky necklace or bracelet can add some flashiness to your ensemble.

Winter can get pretty chilly. Wearing a scarf will help keep you warm and stylish at the same time.

Taking a risk and adding a punch of color is always exciting. During the winter, fashion decisions can still be fun.

Winter is here, and it is time to get your wardrobe together to prepare yourself for the cold weather—not just to endure it, but to combat it with style.

First and foremost, you need to keep warm. Retro windbreaker jackets are definitely in style and, like their name suggests, will protect against the wind. Denim jackets also match anything. If you want a more formal look, try a leather jacket.

For headwear, any type of beanie works. My preference is the pom-pom beanie because it stands out and looks good.

You have to consider the outfit under your jacket, too. Try annel sweaters—especially Christmas sweaters—hoodies and long sleeve cotton shirts—it is my personal choice. Some pants that you can get are light wash jeans or black jeans, as they are versatile.

If you are a fan of rolling your jeans up at the ankles, make sure you get some colorful and intricate socks to go along with them—holiday socks or other fashionable socks are perfect.

For footwear, I recommend boots; they will not be ruined by rain, snow or the salt on sidewalks and roads. If you are courageous enough, go out of your comfort zone and wear men’s Uggs.

Many of these items can be found cheaply at Stein Mart, Macy’s or Forever 21 Men’s, or online on websites such as ASOS.com.

Whatever you choose to wear this winter, make sure you wear what you feel comfortable wearing and that it ts you. Do not let society and fashion change your character or how you act towards your friends.