7 winter essentials + lookbook

sweatshirt: DIY by @thatgirlyusra // lipstick: black cherry by revlon

baby its cold outside! If you're experiencing winter like I am here in the northeast, it really is cold! The first snowfall was beautiful to watch from inside but a pain to be in. Yet there's still a calmness about it. In winter my main rule is to bundle up but that doesn't mea just thick sweats and puffy jackets. Winter to me, is all about basics. Two favorites of mine this winter are dark lipsticks and anything gray! You'll see a lot of it coming up. Here, what I think, are 7 essentials for this winter plus some awesome looks just for you guys!! enjoy ;)

1. Statement Coat

bag&sweater&coat: zara // jeans: forever 21

This is my number one. Iff you do not get anything this season you must get this! Sometimes if Im running errands I'll even wear my home clothes inside but my statement jacket on top just makes it look so much better. Statement jackets can be whatever you want: a unique structure, a cape jacket, a bright color, oversized jacket, or patterned one. I bought a cape one I can't wait to show you all!

2. Cowl Scarf

cowl scarf: h&m // hijab: urban outfitters

Another key to staying warm: chunky cowl scarves!! These scarves really keep me warm on the super cold days! They can add some color to your look as well. Sometimes if I catch myself wearing all black I'll throw this mustard or a purple one on!

3. Statement Gloves

maxi&jean jacket: forever 21 // plaid shirt: target // lipstick: courtisone by sephora rouge

90's kid? totally! That was the inspiration behind this look. I wish I had a full body shot but it was super cold that day so I quickly took it! Gloves add so much personality! I have these cut off gloves that I love for the warmer days. I also recently purchased leather quilted gloves that I cannot wait to wear!! These were 4 bucks from forever and my leather was were 12 from target!

4. Booties

skirt & scarf: h&m // jacket: boutique // booties: forever 21

We all have plenty of boots...it's time to get booties! I was hesitant too but they give an outfit a completely different look. I purchased these beautiful brown booties from Forever for 12 bucks! yes 12! They had 50% all boots and I jumped on it! They're surprisingly comfortable too. This is probably my favorite outfit in terms of colors. Everything I love about winter is in this outfit! :)

5. Leather

leather pants&scarf: h&M // booties: target

OH leather. I really thought this would be a trend but has definitely become a staple in my closet! leather pants, leather sleeved sweaters and jackets, leather gloves, bags, etc. It's here to stay. It's hard to find not so tight leather pants, most of them are tights. I got these pants from h&m. Cotton on has some now too! You can always get a leather jacket or leather sleeved jacket too. It's basically unavoidable.

6. Fur

maxi&leather jacket: forever 21 // fur vest&neck scarf: h&m

Fur is just so winter! If fur vests aren't your thing, try out a fur collar at least. It just makes you feel glamorous :) most stores are carrying fur vests, jackets and collars now!

7. Sparkle

shirt: dor l' dor boutique // shoes&bag: forever21

Can't forget some winter sparkle. The prettiest part of snow is how it glistens when the sun beams on it. Add some sparkle to your outfit with a statement necklae like mine, something with sequin and shine...but not too much. Just a little ;)

hope you enjoyed! here are some more of my winter looks!