Top 10 winter fashion accessories

Just because you’re bundled in a winter coat and boots, doesn’t mean you can’t flaunt your personal style. Amp up your cold-weather look with head-turning accessories. Here are the top 10 items to keep at the front of your closet this winter.

1. Vintage broach
After cinching a pretty scarf around your neck, add an antique broach to the fabric. This look is perfect for an outdoor event where you’ll keep your winter coat on for a while. Try sporting a seasonal piece of jewelry at a holiday lighting ceremony or an ice skating date with a friend.

2. Decorative boots
Whether you go for leopard print or cascading fringes, a pair of boots with character can quickly become a statement piece in a winter outfit. Just be sure to keep the rest of your look neutral to the make the fancy footwear take the spotlight.

3. Statement earrings
Show off your personal style with a great pair of over-the-top earrings. Huge hoops, flowing feathers, or sparkling rhinestones are a great way to add a touch of personality to an outfit that’s hidden under a winter coat.

4. Cute hat
When the wind is blowing, keep warm with a fun hat. From soft woven caps flanked with faux fur, to structured pageboy hats made of tweed, a head covering in a bold color or pattern is the perfect way to perk up a dreary winter day.

5. Playful gloves
Staying warm in the winter doesn’t have to be boring. When picking out a new pair of gloves, go for something whimsical. Choose a pair made to look like an animal or that has each finger wrapped in a different bright color of the rainbow.

6. Costume jewelry
Do you miss showing off your jewelry during the winter? Splurge on a few pieces of chunky costume jewelry rings to wear over your gloves. Think of the Victorian paintings of ladies with long gloves–and their bling proudly displayed on top. You can do that too!

7. Colorful scarf
If you simply can’t think of upgrading a favorite winter coat, don’t. Instead give your winter wear a face lift by draping colorful scarves over the coat. Wear a new color or patterned scarf each day to coordinate with your purse, shoes, or hair accessories.

8. Hair clips
When you have long hair, accessories are almost a daily necessity. Keep your look youthful and fun by wearing floral hair clips or choosing sparkly barrettes. Just because it’s winter, doesn’t mean you can’t wear color in your hair.

9. Fun earmuffs
Scared of ruining a great hairstyle? Switch out your favorite hat for a pair of comfy earmuffs. Look for a style with a band that wraps around the back of your neck and under your hair. This way, you won’t muss your ‘do.

10. Expressive coat
Finally, the number one winter accessory in the top 10 is your winter coat. Whether you choose a puffy ski-style jacket or a tailored dress coat complete with faux fur lapels, your jacket says something about you. Which look will you wear: sporty, professional, whimsical, or relaxed?