Nessah Smith ’28
EE Staff Writer
From plaid to polka dot there have been some new changes in winter fashion trends. Some of these trends have been tweaked to make the new and improved 2026 winter fashion line up. Having stylish but cozy clothes can enhance your comfort and help ease the difficult days of winter. Winter can be a challenging time but fashion can be by your side and not hinder your comfort in the frigid weather. There are more ways than one to stay chic and stylish. Make sure you read this to be informed of this winter lineup. It seems impossible to stay warm and comfortable but reading this will help it seem possible.
A fan favorite of silk pajamas is seen once again in favorite fashion. Silk pajama sets are seen as the ideal clothing choice for a snowy day. Over the years plaid pajamas have been the pattern of the entire winter season. Polka dots are seen all over the fashion industry, even pajamas. Replacing plaid with polka dots has been seen at winter parties. This summer to winter trend has proved to be a cozy but also elegant trend.
In order to stay warm and comfortable, getting that perfect winter coat will save you from the suffocating, bitter winter. Funnel neck coats have been described as the winter life saver. Not only helping your fashion sense but also let you crawl from hibernation to achieve and exceed your New Years resolutions. Funnel neck coats have been popular since the 1950s but there has been a twist to make it more modern. Having a shearling collar and a built in scarf is the tweaked version of the classical funnel neck coats. This transformed coat has been keeping people warm but also stylish.
If you want a minimal effort appearance a faux fur coat might be the right option for you. Faux fur gives a casual outfit more of a polished elegant look. From short to long to colorful to neutral there are numerous ways that these coats can be styled. Pinks and icy blues as well as warm neutrals. Warm neutrals have been a recurring theme in winter fashion. Bold color statements have been a way to bring life and vibrancy to the dark season. These colors can minimize or maximize the way you want to express yourself. Whether you want to go big or go home the winter can be intimidating but you can still embrace the season’s style and make a true statement!