10 Best Winter Trends From 2023 (That We Are Taking to 2024)

It’s the season of hot chocolates, piping hot soups, and thick, cosy blankets. And with that, it’s time to bring out your winter wear from the storage and take stock of what you can add-to-cart to stay toasty and stylish. The world is caught in ending the year on a joyous note and fashion trends are not behind. If you are looking to refresh your winter wardrobe, you have manifested this blog at the right time! From the bright comeback of red to latte dressing that’s got us looking at 50 shades of beige, read on for the top trends for winter in 2023 which are likely to spill over to the new year as well.

1. Light A Fire In Red

Somewhere between the tomato girl summer trend and shades of scarlet and crimson on the runway, red has entered the chat this winter. Say goodbye to the winter gloom in fiery bright red pieces – choose from knitwear dresses and sweaters or jackets and trench coats – and add a pop of colour no matter the occasion. Pair these with jeans and sneakers for a casual look. Nothing else screams ‘holiday season’ quite like red! Pair a red sweater dress with boots and a matching bag. You can also style your trusted crimson sweater by tucking it into a metallic skirt for the New Year’s Eve bash or Christmas party.

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2. Flaunt Your Curves With Corsets

Warmth is key while styling outfits for winter. However, covering up does not mean you have to give up on shape and look like a human blanket. While belts with statement buckles have been around to serve this purpose, the corset and harness belt are the latest trends. Style your shirts and dresses with them for a bold look. You can also go for a monochrome outfit – go for a neutral colour if quiet luxury is your thing – and make it elegant with boots. You can also add a romantic flair with a lace corset belt. A corset top in virtually any colour and design can be paired with a solid white piece. However, if your corset has intricate designs, remember to keep the footwear and jewellery minimal for a chic look.

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3. Just Cool-Girl Things

Leather jackets are a winter staple and are loved by many women to achieve the cool-girl aesthetic. However, this winter, the latte trend has taken over our Instagram and garments in brown hues, including leather jackets, are now all the rage. Not sure how to spot latte outfits? It’s in the name! If it’s a shade of coffee, you can consider it a part of the aesthetic. Remember to consider the location of your outing. If you are going to be indoors with heating and need the jacket just while outside, consider focusing on the inner layers. If looking like a cup of latte is not your thing, you can tone it down. Try a brown leather jacket with a muted beige shirt and jeans for a casual look. You can dress this up by pairing it with a leather skirt in a complementary shade and heels.

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4. Mastering Minimalism

Building a good collection of basics goes a long way. Trends like old money, quiet luxury, and minimalism also focus on putting together staples. This winter, style your sweaters or knit cardigans with maxi skirts for the ultimate blend of winter wear with summer romance. Skirts with delicate patterns, like pin polka dots or floral motifs, are also high on the list of must-haves for Insta-worthy outfits. You can pair this with another favourite from the 2023 winter season – embellished ballet flats. The humble ballet flat is making a comeback with a makeover. Prints, embellishments like pearls and gemstones, and mesh are adding a wow factor to this otherwise simple footwear, so there’s no reason why you shouldn’t cop them.

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5. For Tropical Winters

Not everyone gets the picture-perfect white snow aesthetic. The winter months continue to be mild or even warm for many regions. Whether you’re in Mumbai or Miami, there’s no reason to feel left out. You can still experience winter dressing with lightweight pullovers, trousers, and sneakers. Wear a crop top underneath if the weather fluctuates through the day. Another outfit idea is to wear one-button cardigans with distressed jeans for a rugged look.

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6. Baggy Bottoms

Cargo pants seem to be here for the long haul with several variants popping up, such as the parachute cargo, joggers, and denim (Sporty Spice would be proud!). Options for styling these depend on the top – you could go with fitted tops and windcheater jackets, which are huge this season. You can also double down on the oversized trend with a baggy sweatshirt (tuck it in for shape). While multiple pockets are reason enough for most women, cargo pants can be your go-to bottoms this winter as they are durable and easy to care for as opposed to knitwear or wool.

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7. Moody Florals

Straight out of the dark academia, we give double thumbs up to dark florals for winter as they capture the season’s vibe perfectly. Choose from colourful floral motifs on black fabric or black floral lace to make this trend your own. Go all out with dark floral dresses or pair skirts and tops with black or grey pieces. With just the print being trendy, you take the desi route with anarkali dresses, lehengas and dupattas. While it’s a winter favourite, you can easily transition it during the summer by pairing it with light pastels.

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8. Set To Shimmer

Soft metallic fabrics are set to be a holiday season favourite, with toned-down gold and silver hues gaining popularity. For the ultimate formal NYE party look, pair metallic pants with a grey blazer or knit top. Co-ord sets in soft metallics will also set the bar high as you turn heads at the next party. This is yet another trend you can effortlessly incorporate with traditional garments, like sarees and lehengas.

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9. Smooth Like Butter

While pastels are more prominent in the spring, pastel yellow is popping up everywhere. You can style butter-yellow pieces with shades of grey, which is another trending colour for winter 2023. You can also go for multi-colour pastel sweaters or cardigans and style them with denim to get a soft look. Pastel clothes look great during the summer as well, so this is your sign to stock up on pastel trousers and crop tops that you can wear all-year round.

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10. Mini-dress Mania

Whether it’s cocktail parties or festive gatherings, you cannot go wrong with a tuxedo dress. From the same family, tuxedos with intricate details, cinched blazers, and trench coats are the biggest must-haves for looking elegant yet bold this winter. You can pair these with a skirt and sheer stockings and knee-high boots to turn up the heat – also literally, as they will keep you warm. Pro tip: Wear stockings in a shade close to your skin colour and layer patterned stockings over them to get a sheer stocking look while staying extra toasty!

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Whether you love the cold or can’t wait for the summer, looking stylish cannot hurt. With red and butter yellow leading the list of trending colours, you can also try cobalt blue, soft metallics, plum purple, shades of grey, and darker shades of green this winter/holiday season. We hope this guide helps you find pieces that will be revered by you and those around you as you turn heads in your on-trend ensembles!