If Simple Elegance Is Your Vibe Right Now, You'll Probably Want to Try These 7 Easy Winter Outfits
Even though we’re only just in autumn, I’m already looking ahead to the winter months and analysing the pieces I’m missing from my wardrobe for it. I find that, when the temperature drops, I get into somewhat of a styling rut and end up leaning on the same outfit formulas time and again simply because they’re comfortable and warm. This isn't necessarily a bad thing—it means my capsule wardrobe works incredibly hard for me—but I always end up wearing some form of knit, jeans and boots combo, rather than trying to create new, more exciting looks from the pieces I already own.
With this in mind, I’ve decided to get one step ahead and compile some failsafe, easy winter outfit ideas that I can rely on during those months that feel fresh and new. Rather than reaching for jeans and a jumper every day, I want more outfit formulas I can depend on that are comfortable yet chic, but also easy enough to throw on without thinking about it too much. Outfits that will look so put-together but require basically no effort at all.
So, what did I land on? Below, I’ve rounded up seven of my new favourite easy winter outfit formulas I’ve found on Instagram that have given me the inspiration I need for the season ahead. Many of these looks can be recreated with pieces I already own; it all comes down to the styling and wearing them in different ways so they feel brand new. Happy dressing!
7 Easy Winter Outfit Ideas to Wear in 2025:
1. Oversized Jumper + Barrel-Leg Jeans + Ballet Flats
Style Notes: While this is one of my failsafe outfit formulas, Brittany’s just feels a bit more considered. Pairing a barrel-leg jean with an oversized knit doesn’t sound like it will work, but it really does. Adding a ballet flat gives it a relaxed finish. Barrel-leg jeans are my current favourite shape that are so flattering on every body type.
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Reformation
Jo Regenerative Wool Oversized Crew
I would like all of Reformation's knitwear offering.
ALAÏA
Mid-Rise Barrel-Leg Jeans
Alaïa are known for their exaggerated silhouettes.
ZARA
Flat Leather Ballerinas
A slouchy tote is an everyday go-to.
2. Knitted Dress + Long Coat + Pointed Heels
Style Notes: A knitted dress is one of my favourite pieces in my autumn winter wardrobe. It’s one of those pieces you can throw on and look so stylish and put-together without much thought having to have gone into your look. Pairing it with a long coat and a pointed heel instantly takes it from day-to-night.
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Massimo Dutti
Long Double-Breasted 100% Wool Coat
This will be a piece you'll reach for for years to come.
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Merino-Wool Turtleneck Maxi Dress
MANOLO BLAHNIK
Maysale 50 Buckled Suede Mules
The Maysale is Manolo Blahnik's most iconic shoe.
Mini Pyramid Charm Hoop Earrings
We love how Abi has opted for subtle yet statement earrings.
3. Long Black Coat + White T-Shirt + White Jeans
Style Notes: There is just something about a monochrome look that feels so polished and crisp. Debora’s styling is a prime example of how to wear white in winter and by pairing it with black, it contrasts it perfectly and allows it to feel more wearable on colder, greyer days.
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MANGO
Manteco Wool Coat With Belt
Mango is my high-street go-to each year for a new winter coat.
ARKET
Pearl Heavyweight T-Shirt
I get all of my basics from Arket.
CITIZENS OF HUMANITY
+ Argent Ayla Baggy High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans
I've got the Ayla jeans in blue and get so much wear out of them, I'm eyeing up all of the other colours too.
SOPHIE BUHAI
Small Full Moon Silver, Cord and Onyx Necklace
Cord necklaces are still so on trend.
4. Scarf Coat + Blue Jeans + Ballet Flats
Style Notes: Following Toteme’s sell-out scarf coat, we’ve seen them every winter since. While they are quite the statement piece, it’s in an understated way that allows them to feel more wearable everyday without looking too much. Adding a simple dark blue jean and ballet flat is a quick and easy chic look.
