Stockholm Fashion Week returned digitally [1] for its autumn 2021 season [2], and the street style is not unlike what we expect to see in New York, London, Milan, and Paris as designers show their new collections. Even though runways and lookbooks are being unveiled mostly via virtual platforms [3], fresh fashion puts us all in the mood to step outside and dress up, especially for those who do plan to attend a socially distanced event or two. (Stay safe out there!)
In Stockholm, Sweden, we saw three days worth of seriously solid outerwear moments from the fashion crowd [4], and we gleaned plenty of unexpected tips and tricks for styling our coats [5] through the rest of the cold, wintry months. Scroll down to get inspired by these carefully considered ideas, and allow yourself to dream up new ways to wear the bombers, trenches, and fuzzy jackets [6] you've likely been relying on to make a statement for grocery runs and walks around the block.
Layer a snow-white wool coat over printed pyjamas and style with loafers, and you'll look chic as can be.
Pull the sleeves of your sweatshirt out through your jacket to achieve a streamlined outerwear look, consistent in colour.
Try contrasting your fuzzy bucket hat with a leather jacket for a fun Western-inspired look.
Wear one thicker, open coat over another of a slightly different length, fabric, and colour.
Accent an all-black outfit with a bright bag and a matching shirt in a more muted tone.
Contrast a ladylike, formfitting jacket with tough, functional boots.
Stay warm in a crisp-cut, lightweight jacket with a thick turtleneck underneath — it's like your secret weapon!
Go for the Bernie vibe [8] and try youthful, fair-isle patterned gloves with a beautiful blue coat and some statement fashion accessories.
Don't underestimate the power of a brooch on the lapel of your wool coat. It makes an otherwise simple outfit seem considered.
Match your head wear — your beanie, your glasses — to the shearling collar of your coat.
Wear a long shirtdress open underneath a sweater, and top it off with a long leather trench of the same length.
Go for outerwear in shades like taupe, oatmeal, and ivory, and introduce a touch of leopard to tie them together in the form of a bag or a hat.