Madewell wrap bodysuit (medium)
Rag & Bone Cotton sweater (old) | Secondhand Rag & Bone Cardigans
Mother Superior The Thrasher jeans
Dansko clogs
My mom seemed to have been constantly reminding me that “hate is a strong word” so I should use it sparingly, or not at all. It sunk in, because I think twice before using “hate” to describe my feelings towards anything, and I never would say I hate a person (which was probably what I got admonished for in the first place).
But I am pretty sure I hate winter, and I hate getting dressed for cold weather. Okay, I STRONGLY DISLIKE both 😉
I miss my dresses and skirts. Yes, I know I could wear tights but that seems like too much effort to mostly stay at home. And even with tights, my legs/ankles get cold. I never seem to be warm enough in the winter. And I’m bored with everything.
No, bored isn’t the right word. I think I just don’t care very much? My desire to be warm is paramount, but I also want to wear the things in my closet I love. We hardly had a fall this year, so I didn’t get to just wear long sleeves and/or lightweight sweaters; I went straight to cashmere. When I try to wear the things I love, I freeze, so I get frustrated and throw on my old Inhabit cardigan over anything and am snug as could be.
Nothing wrong with that actually. I appreciate a good sweater/jeans combo, and should probably just embrace it for the next couple of months. I am lucky that here in Dallas we have “warmer” days in between the cold ones; it’s not as miserable as it could be….
How do you feel about getting dressed in the winter?
I grew up in Florida so it took a LONG time to get used to winter, let alone appreciate it. But the past couple years have been a little bit better and it mostly has to do with having a wardrobe that keeps me adequately warm plus more than one appropriate coat. I have five fun coats I wear on rotation and it makes me feel like winter can be sartorially interesting. And I have several bright sweaters that make my wardrobe feel less drab. I’m still much more comfortable in the summer months, but winter is growing on me. My mom also strongly cautioned against using the word hate and I still think twice about using it, along with cuss words (though I’m getting worse and worse about that).
I LOVE dressing for winter in CA (jean jackets, clogs and large alpaca blanket scarves FTW), but am moving to WA next week, and I know I’ll be in for a rude awakening when I get there– which is still mild by say, midwest and east coast standards, but I have to prepare to deal with more elements than I currently have to coming from a drought-ridden state, and I’m finding that limiting clothing-wise (needing a hood on my jackets?! Waterproof shoes?! temps colder than 50 degrees?! ). My favorite look right now is my Babaa no.19 sweater with whiskey-colored clogs and jeans cut just above the ankle, but last time I was there I learned that is perhaps the LEAST practical thing I could wear in rainy snowy, 35 degree weather… nothing like open-back shoes and bare ankles through the mud with wet hair and a damp wool sweater to make me realize I’ve got some closet reconfiguring to do! 😉
My grandmother tried to teach me to say I “don’t care” for something instead of “hate.”
I do embrace the sweater/jean combo but can’t wear that to work every day. I decided to solve the cold ankle issue by embracing my inner 90’s girl and investing in a pair of lace up Frye boots. Wearing them today for the office holiday party with black tights, Alabama Chanin skirt and sweater.
I’m the complete opposite! Fall/winter is my favorite time to dress, probably because I run hot. I prefer pants and leggings and sweaters. Mostly I love layers, and it’s just too hot for me to wear anything layered or with long sleeves or pant legs during the Texas summer. Also, I hate shaving my legs and I’m super lazy LOL.
I love dressing for winter—with the right layers one can always be warm. Summer in Florida, ugh. I dislike (a lot!) being hot and sweaty and sticky. Have you ever thought about purchasing Icebreaker base layers? ( or any other merino line). The long johns and long sleeve shirt always seem to keep me from ever reaching that ‘chilled to the bone and won’t thaw until spring’ feeling. The aforementioned fit without any issues under jeans and sweaters. And for around the house, any heavy weight, wool hiking sock will keep the feet toasty.
Oh, and the Patagonia capaliene works too since I think you mentioned not wanting to buy wool.
Ugh, this post really hit home today! I live in upstate NY and it feels like it’s been winter for an eternity already. My down coat is shedding like crazy and wool coats just aren’t the same when it’s really cold out. Trying to work on my layering skills and maybe get some fun socks or something as a pick me up. I miss Birkenstocks, skirts and cropped pants! It’s gonna be a long season…
We must’ve had the same mom, because I was also admonished if the word “hate” left my mouth. I think it’s good advice, really. But I’m finding that I’m really putting my resolve to the test in our political climate!
I LOVE Winter! I love cold, snow, sweaters, hot chocolate, roaring fires in the fireplace…everything about it. Part of it is probably the anticipation of Christmas, which is my favorite holiday because of the atmosphere at church, decorating our home, plus family time.
I hear ya’, Cathy! My hubby says I’m like sleeping next to a blast furnace!
While I do hate (yup, I’ll use the word) being cold, I don’t hate getting dressed in the winter. Layering is my friend, so that makes winter a little bit easier. I sometimes actually find getting dressed in the summer more difficult, because I always want to layer, but can’t when it’s too hot. Fall is definitely my favorite season to dress for, which is why I’m bummed that it was almost non-existent this year.