I’m Dreaming of a White….Trench Coat?

I’ve decided with winter being just around the corner, as well as black Friday, I would give you a list of the top ten essential things I feel that you should have ready for your winter wardrobes.  Mind you these are in no particular order of importance, and I will include a quick little blurb about the item itself, as well as how to get the most bang for your buck!

1.      Classic Trench:  Weather black or a charcoal gray, the darker the better.  A classic trench coat works for ANY women’s closet, as I said in my last posting, it NEVER goes out of style.

2.      Round toed patent leather pumps/boots:  Weather you opt for the boots or the pumps, or both this season keep in mind that if you use a fabricated shoe, like a suede or satin, water damage is more than likely to occur.  The great thing about patent leather is that it almost acts as a water repellent, and is so much easier to clean! Color preferably black or nude.

3.      A statement scarf:  Although I believe in owning multiple styles of scarves for practicality purposes a good statement scarf can dress up any style of winter mommy friendly fashion.  Throw this with a white t-shirt, cardigan, denim and boots if you are having a California Winter or throw this with your trench and light weight knitted top and jeans that are tucked in to your stylish boots of course.

4.      Distressed leather/vinyl hobo bag:  This is a life saver for those mothers who have to carry a lot around in their bag but don’t want to worry about wet weather conditions ruing their more fashionable bags.  Vintage shops are also a great place to look for good deals on these kinds of bags.

5.      The glove:  Weather leather or wool, this is a quick way to dress up any outfit or use as a layering piece with seperates.

6.     Versatile sweater:  You need to find a light weight sweater that you absolutely fall in love with.  This will act as a base for you to help put together layered looks for the winter.  If you really want to make this look go far pick neutral or darker tones like navy or a merlot.

7.     You’re favorite pair of denim:  Enough said!

8.     A great wool dress:  Obviously I’m tailoring this checklist to those who have a little colder climate, in California or the hotter states a lighter weight fabric will do.  Again this serves as a staple for you to be able to go out and still layer on to it, creating that winter time feel.

9.     Flat boots:  The fashionista’s rain boots, this allows our moms on the go to get utility out of their foot wear but not have to sacrifice style.  This is the fashionable rain boot!!!!

10.  Wild card:  Pick a wild card piece to help you build the fabulous winter wardrobe you deserve.  Will it be a beanie? Or maybe a stylized coat?  Sunglasses?  Whatever you choose, make sure you completely love it, and that it’s completely you!

There you go mommies, my top 10 picks on winter basics.  Remember use this as a skeleton and have fun fleshing it out.  Stay fabulous!