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Winter outfit colors for women: smart casual style

In winter the coat is the star: deep colors, warm neutrals and soft textures like wool. Smart casual mixes comfy pieces with a polished touch: jeans or chinos with a shirt, and one well-chosen accent color.

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The palette

Five colors that go together in any order. Tap one to copy its code.

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Each look uses two neutrals and one accent color at most.

Ecru sweater with mid gray trousers

Coat · navySweater · ecruTrousers · mid grayBoots · navyTote bag · mid gray

Camel blouse with ecru trousers

Jacket · mid grayBlouse · camelTrousers · ecruLoafers · mid grayScarf · navy

Mid gray dress with ecru cardigan

Cardigan · ecruDress · mid graySneakers · navyTote bag · mid gray

Ecru sweater with ecru trousers

Coat · camelSweater · ecruTrousers · ecruBoots · mid grayScarf · mid gray

Navy blouse with mid gray trousers

Jacket · mid grayBlouse · navyTrousers · mid grayLoafers · navyTote bag · burgundy

Burgundy t-shirt with navy trousers

Cardigan · navyT-shirt · burgundyTrousers · navySneakers · ecruScarf · mid gray

Mid gray dress with navy coat

Coat · navyDress · mid grayBoots · navyTote bag · ecru

Ecru blouse with navy trousers

Jacket · mid grayBlouse · ecruTrousers · navyLoafers · ecruScarf · camel

Key fabrics and pieces

  • Wool: for coats and trousers.
  • Cashmere: for sweaters and scarves.
  • Leather: for boots and belts.

What to avoid

  • Gym wear.
  • Worn-out or faded pieces.
  • Too many accent colors.

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Frequently asked questions

What colors should I wear in winter for a smart casual look?

The base is Ecru, Mid gray and Navy; for an accent, Camel or Burgundy. Pair two neutrals with a single accent per outfit.

What goes with Camel?

Camel looks best with Ecru and Navy. Wear it in a single piece, for example the blouse, and keep the rest neutral.

Which fabrics work in winter?

Wool, for coats and trousers; Cashmere, for sweaters and scarves; Leather, for boots and belts.