Hey friends, happy Tuesday 🙂 The past few days have been such a whirlwind with snow, work being closed, traveling to see friends and more. I got to catch up with some college friends this week and to see some of my NC blogging babes! As hectic as the past few months have been, I was so excited to meet back up with some of my favorite ladies and be able to laugh, eat and enjoy each other. For me, hanging with friends (and accountability partners) is a great way to reset. One of the things I am working on in 2018 is to stress and worry less + not allow myself to get burnt out which includes taking much needed time off and seeing friends. We are just over a week into the new year and I am struggling to keep up with some goals I have set but am crushing other ones, so I am a happy girl! How are y’all doing with your resolutions/goals/ideas?
I am so excited to be sharing some easy fashion tips today! Y’all know that I adore layering and stacking simple pieces together. With the weather in NC reaching record lows, I figured this was a great time to talk about layering basics for winter. The best part about shopping for layers right now is that most stores have their winter pieces on major sale! If you notice, stores such as Target and Nordstrom have already started advertising bathing suits, vacation wear and other spring/summertime essentials. Right now is a great time to get winter layering pieces that you can style all season long for an amazing price. Below, I have rounded up my favorites in the following categories: basics, skirts, turtlenecks, sweaters, jeans, scarves/ponchos and jackets. The easiest pieces for me to layer are basics, sweaters and scarves. With the crazy temps, I have been stacking on several basic pieces and one pop of color/pattern to make my look standout, all while staying as warm as possible. For basics, I invest in 4-5 solid colored tanks; jeans in 3 shades – light, dark and grey; for cardigans, I love basic colors and one printed (such as B&W stripes); for jackets, I recommend one neutral and one colored jacket and to get a casual everyday jacket plus a long style trench/wool jacket for special events; and lastly for scarves/ponchos, invest in colorful/stylish prints that continue to be popular every year.
If you’re trying to build up your professional and personal wardrobes, I always recommend getting comfortable, modest pieces that you can transition through seasons and be happy to wear to work, cocktail hour and church. With building a capsule or minimalist collection, transitional pieces are your best friend and will be worth the investment if you purchase them at a higher price. Quality clothing pieces also go on sale often! So instead of buying the same $2 tank top over and over again, invest in a nicer $8-$20 tank top that you can catch on sale one day that will last you for a few years.
That’s all I have for today but be sure to let me know what your favorite layering pieces are in the comments! Shop all my favorites below -xo, Azanique <3
Basics
Skirts
Turtlenecks
Sweaters
Jeans
Scarves/ Ponchos
Jackets
*BONUS finds: Y’all, I found some Hunter rainboots and Marc Fisher espadrilles on major sale in preparation for spring, my favorites are below & you can use the “shop” tab to see all of them*
Bay Area Fashionista (@BAFtweets) says
Cute sweater, I love how you styled it! Love your statement necklace too!
XOXO
Cathy
Azanique Rawl says
Thank you babe
Honeybee Joyous says
Layering is crucial for winter! Especially since I’m in school and I have to bundle up for walks to and from class but sometimes the classrooms themselves can be quite warm. Thanks for the tips!
Azanique Rawl says
I totally agree! Walking to class between campuses can be brutal.
Victoria says
these are great layering pieces! and love the sparkly necklace you added to complete the look!
xoxo
Victoria
http://www.agallonofglitter.com
primetimechaos says
I adore that outfit! Although for the winter we have here, this would be way too cold (Austria, mountains and snow…) but I would love wearing this in summer or spring!
xx, Theresa
Hannah says
This outfit is so cute!! My go-to outfit for class at school is a plaid shirt, vest, statement necklace, and leggings! I think the statement necklace makes all the difference 🙂
Hannah | the swirl
Azanique Rawl says
Thank you! Plaid is always perfect in winter 🙂
Shelby Back says
this dress is so cute! love it with that cardigan!
xo!
Shelby
Annaliese says
We are necklace twins! I love this cute outfit on you!!
xoxo A
http://www.southernbelleintraining.com
Food Diary of a City Girl says
Love your checkered dress and how are you paired it with your oversize sweater. I’m glad you found some hunter boots. I have have had mine for about five years and I absolutely love them. You won’t believe how useful they are on those rainy days & downpours we have in North Carolina. They are awesome!
Azanique Rawl says
Thank you! I have a few pair now and love them 🙂
Jenny says
This outfit is so cute on you! I need to stock up on some layers pieces with all these sales.
sarah lindner says
I love the way the outfit came together, looks great!
Xoxo
Sarah Lindner
http://www.TheHouseOfSequins.com
Azanique Rawl says
Thank you love
Bella Bucchiotti (xoxoBella) says
You look so good!!! I love that cardigan such a great color.
Azanique Rawl says
Thanks babe
Bella Bucchiotti (xoxoBella) says
Love this look so cute! that cardigan is perfect!
Azanique Rawl says
Thank you, Bella!
Nicole says
Hi! Great Post! I love stocking up on sale pieces at end of season for next year, especially layering pieces too!
Azanique Rawl says
Thanks, Nicole 🙂
Laura says
Such a pretty outfit! Love the color of your cardigan. Great layering!!
xo, Laura
http://www.have-need-want.com
Azanique Rawl says
Thank you so much
kileen says
In love with this look girl! That cardigan is so cute and I love the color!
Kileen
cute & little
Kristin says
Layering in winter is my favorite! I love your cardigan!
Kristin
The Blush Blonde
PRETTY IN PINK MEGAN (@pipmegan) says
You look so cute and warm in these winter layers. Love the plaid dress!
Megan | http://www.pipmegan.com
Karoline J. says
what a cute outfit!
Xo Karoline
Azanique Rawl says
Thank you babe
Laura at Fairly Southern says
I never would have thought to put a statement necklace with a plaid dress like that! Super cute look!
Nataly says
Winter layers are the best part of winter! I love the pieces that you paired together.
Deborah says
These are all great tips and great foundation pieces to build layerable outfits!
Also, I ADORE your dress – so cute!
Ashley DTKAustin says
I am in love with this entire outfit!! The color of that cardigan is perfection!
Madison says
Very adorable boots!
Azanique Rawl says
Thanks so much
maggie says
I love how you layered the cardigan over the plaid! Really brightens the outfit! So cute!
Azanique Rawl says
Thanks babe
Liz says
What a cute outfit! I love how you styled it!
Liz
Megan Elliott (@LushtoBlush) says
Love this look babe!! That plaid dress is too cute!
lcross35 says
Layerind is essential here in chill Massachusetts. Unfortunatley we usually have to top off our outfits with a massive puffy coat! I wish I could wear cute dresses like this all winter long though!
Azanique Rawl says
Dresses during the winter are my fav! I’m grateful NC doesn’t get too cold 🙂
nicholle demag says
I always stock up on basic tops & wear them all the time under sweaters!
-Nicholle
http://www.nichollesophia.com
UrbanBlonde says
Love your dress & so many cute sale picks!
xo, Steph
http://www.urbanblonde.com
Gigi Kiersten says
Happy new year, Azanique! I’m so happy that you are finding so much happiness and good luck in the new year. I love the outfit in the photos. The cardigan is fantastic, I just love that rust orange cardigan. This outfit is just so cute and comfty. Thanks for sharing another awesome post, hon!
Azanique Rawl says
Thank you babe. You are so sweet 🙂
RunningInHeels says
That red cardi is so cute! Love all of your picks too!
loganeabbott says
I love all of your layering tips, especially that necklace and that dress! I’ve tried wearing necklaces like that but I’ll be honest, I always feel like my collar gets wonky or like I’m choking haha. But your outfit is adorable!
Logan | signedlogan.com
Rachel Tindall says
Great post! I still haven’t mastered layering, obviously I know how to do it but not in that “cool” way you see on Pinterest.
xo Rachel – To Hell in a Handbag