29 Jan Thrifty Threads: Must Have Winter Accessories

It’s cold in New York. Let me add it’s cold and there’s snow on the ground. Though we dodged a blizzard this week, it’s still pretty frigid out. A few weeks ago I told you about the importance of a statement winter coat and it’s the only garment you need to buy this season.

Well, I’ll add winter accessories to the list as well. These are the add-ons that will keep you warm and chic! Oh, and since my Thrifty Threads 365 challenge is over, I finally went shopping and bought my first brand new item in a year!

My Ellen Tracy cape from Loehmann’s has been a staple for years and I don’t ever, ever plan to stop wearing it! Since my vintage plaid dress is colorful, I kept the color trend going with fire engine red leggings. If you love dresses, tights are a must in the winter. And I’m a big fan of bold or printed ones. You can find winter tights at Target, H&M and you can never go wrong with the brand Hue, which has almost every color you can think of.

Just because it’s snowing doesn’t mean I give up my heels! And I don’t have to thanks to lug soles. It gives height but the sole is comfortable and will keep you firmly planted on the ground. I ordered these lace up boots from Haute Look a few years ago and have been obsessed with them ever since.

And finally, my topper. I’m sooooo not a hat person {I’ve got a big head and big hair!}, but I couldn’t resist this Merona fedora from Target. It was actually the first item I bought after Thrifty Threads 365 came to an end! I’ll pretty much be wearing this hat throughout the year.

One of the great things about affordable shopping {thrifting or a department store} is you have the freedom to try new things because the items are so affordable.

My other accessories include a faux leather purse and fur collar I thrifted and touch screen gloves!

What are your go-to accessories for winter? Do you prefer colorful accessories or muted tones?