Cozy Chic Outerwear Style for January Weather

It’s  January, and the temperatures are dropping to frigid numbers across the United States. It even snowed in the South when I wrote this post! Sometimes, winter calls for us to put our heads before our hearts and choose trusty, weather-appropriate clothing rather than valuing fashion above everything. Today, I’m going to share some cozy outerwear styles for January weather.

As you know, I live in Atlanta and Park City, where the cities are two different climates in January.  However, this week, Atlanta is experiencing snow and frigid temperatures, just in Park City. Our granddaughters enjoyed their snow day on Friday. I always loved “no-school snow days” in New Jersey when our children were growing up.  It was a day of fun for our children as long as w

But guess what? Just because it’s freezing and snowing out doesn’t mean we have to collectively resign ourselves to giving up on style—it just means we all have to think a bit more creatively when getting dressed for the cold weather!

Cozy Chic Outerwear Style for January Weather

Invest in a Few Different Coats

Depending on where you live, January weather can have you wearing different coats and jackets for your hometown weather. My closet is full of different wraps, vests, jackets, and coats because the weather is so unpredictable. Some of you may be in a cold zone, while I know most of you will experience the coldest weather in January.

In Park City, I need coats that can handle below-freezing temperatures and are waterproof because I ski.

For milder January temperatures, a quilted jacket is just fine.

Capes, Blanket Wraps, and Vests

Cold weather is always about adding layers and staying warm. For milder winter weather, you can get away with a vest or wrap as an extra layer. Capes are also very popular.

Blanket wraps or ruanas are another way to add a warm layer. I have two in my closet and wear them on days when I need a layer to keep me warm, but not a coat. These blanket wraps were featured in this post.

When I was in Saint Augustine, I wore this knit poncho every day because it was a chilly 60 degrees. Florida can be cold in January, and you need an extra layer.

Faux fur vests have been popular for the past few years and will always look stylish to those of you living in the South. If you live up north, fur vests can provide an extra layer of warmth, but perhaps not as outerwear. My faux fur vest is really comfortable and perfect for work or travel. It has been featured many times in my blog posts.

Hats and Gloves

Everyone is scared of getting hat hair, but if you want to stay warm and fashionable when outside in winter, a hat is key. You lose 40 to 50 percent of your body heat through your head, so it really makes sense to keep it as warm as possible. It means you can wear fewer layers on the rest of your body and avoid that bundle-of-washing feeling.

When we were in Williamsburg, the temperatures were in the 30s, so I had to buy a hat, scarf, and gloves. This faux fur-trimmed knit hat kept me very warm, even though I may have looked ridiculous!

Puffer Jackets

Puffer jackets continue to dominate the outerwear scene, but in 2025, designers are making an even bolder statement by introducing oversized and cropped versions of this classic winter jacket.

I received this goose-down puffer jacket from CMC LABS to wear in Park City. It is extremely warm and available in short and long lengths.

Puffer jackets continue to dominate the outerwear scene, but in 2025, designers are making an even bolder statement by introducing oversized and cropped versions of this classic winter jacket.

I purchased this faux leather cropped puffer jacket at Monkee’s of Williamsburg for only $50.00

Long Coats

When it comes to stylish, warm outerwear, nothing can compare to a classic wool coat. Once the temperatures dip below 40 degrees, I pull out my faithful, over-30-year-old full-length cashmere and mink coat. My coat covers me from head to foot, and it’s so warm. Long wool coats and down-filled long puffer coats are perfect for sub-freezing temperatures because they cover you up so well.

Lastly, remember that safety is always more important than fashion. While it is possible to be chic and warm, very low temperatures can be a health hazard, so it’s better to temporarily sacrifice your fashion sense than risk a trip to the hospital. I wear a hat, gloves, and boots with great traction on the soles to prevent slipping when the temperature gets too cold and dangerous!

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Until next time, Stay warm!

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