As the temperatures cool down… or go all over the place depending on where you are… styles are changing for the new season. Typically, a trend or two gets carried over from the previous season, or even cycles around. This list of the top 10 winter 2021 fashion trends shows that is true, but it will also have you ready to dress with ease. Allow me to break down each trend for you, including affordable pieces that you can shop now from popular brands. Between what you have and the updates that you will make to your closet, you will come out looking fresh.
Top 10 Winter 2021 Women’s Fashion Trends List:
1. Knit Pieces
First in this list of winter 2021 fashion trends is knit pieces. This is incredibly easy for winter time! I am sure everyone has at least a sweater or two. A sweater dress is also a great choice, or some knit leggings to keep you extra toasty. Consider how you can wear a sweater with jeans or a skirt for different styles.
Featured | Back To Cozy Beige Cable Knit Backless Sweater + Cable-Knit Skirt + Wayf Lombard Knit Sweater Dress + ‘Aria’ Round Neck Cable Knit Sweater + SNDYS Sheer Knit Cardi + Double Cut Out Knit Top
2. Plaid Skirts
Second in winter 2021 trends are plaid skirts! Really, any kind of mini skirt will do. You can easily pair these with leggings or pantyhose to keep your legs warm. They also look super cute with boots, both tall and short, and as part of a layered style. I have some ideas on how you can work a plaid skirt in the fall and winter here on the blog.
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3. Leather Pieces
Third for winter 2021 clothing trends is leather pieces. Leather has been going strong for a while now, even if I do not expressly state it in my posts. Leather leggings have become a fall and winter staple, not just for dressing up, but even for dressing down with a layered or oversized style. Everyone needs at least one black leather skirt in their closet because there is so much that you can do with them. Leather comes in all types of clothing, and it is usually warm, so you cannot go wrong.
Featured | Faux Leather Racer Jacket + Faux Leather Shirt + Vince Camuto Straight Leg Faux Leather Pants + Faux-Leather Leggings + Janine Patent Faux Leather Midi Skirt + Caroline Faux Leather One-Shoulder Minidress
4. Fringe and Frays
Fourth for winter 2021 fashion are pieces with fringe or frays. I am seeing a lot of cropped sweaters with frayed hems. Also, fringe on coats, pants, and skirts. Much of the fringe features rhinestones for added flair. Fringe and frays elevate any basic style effortlessly.
Featured | Frayed Trim Flare Denim Jeans + Butterfly Frayed Sharkbite Sweater + Distressed Frayed Sharkbite Sweater + Sebby Fringe Jacket + Rosie Cable Knit Fringe Scarf + ‘Lily’ Roll Neck Ribbed Fringe Sleeve Sweater
5. Sheer Pieces
Fifth in winter 2021 fashion trends are sheer pieces. While that might sound cold, scary, or intimidating, that is not the case. Sheer pieces provide awesome opportunity for layering, and you can most definitely be warm. In some cases, pieces feature sheer sections, such as the sleeves of a dress. This adds more interest to the style, but never has to be revealing or inappropriate.
Featured | ASOS DESIGN Smock Top in Contrast Sheer Texture + Rock and Roll Cowgirl All Over Sequins Wrap Dress + Guess Veronica Sheer Floral-Print Dress + Guess Clouis Sheer Printed Shirt + Stripe Sheer Oversize Shirt + Sheer Mesh Shirt
6. Platform or Block Heel Boots
Next in winter 2021 fashion are boots with a chunky block heel, or even platform boots. As far as the height of the boot is concerned, that does not seem to matter. All heights are trending, but we are not seeing many flat bottoms, slight heels, or stilettos. This is good news, though. This type of heel is usually very easy to walk in, no matter the height, because of the surface area. You will be amazed by how quickly a heel can change your style and make you look dressed up, or simply enhance a shirt and jeans to give the appearance that you are a style expert.
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7. Matching Sets
Continuing on with winter 2021/22 fashion trends are matching sets. We are seeing matching cardigan and cami sets all over the place. The situation of the past few years and working at home has exploded matching loungewear sets on the market. Other options would be pantsuits, shirt and skirt combos, and even three piece sets. These are easy go-to’s because the entire outfit is made for you. Say goodbye to guesswork!
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8. Bright Colors
A carry over from fall 2021 is bright colors. I see these as an alternative to your normal winter palette, aka the one that is trending this season. Everywhere we see bold pieces, like a blinding pink dress, a pop of color handbag, or an eye-catching blouse. These can be great pieces to work into your standard color scheme as a pick-me-up to liven your mood in these dark, cold days. You might decide on a bright color, instead of yet another black item, then next time you are searching the clothing racks.
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9. Sequins and Sparkle
In some ways I feel it is cheap to say that sequins and sparkle is a part of winter 2021 women’s fashion trends. Winter includes the prime party season of Christmas and New Years, so retailers are going to push the glitz and glam while they can. Either way, you can find anything sparkly that your heart desires. As someone who worked in retail for a few years, it perplexes me why the winter sequin pieces get released as summer-style clothing, like tank tops and camis. Can anyone explain that? Who ever wants to freeze at a party?!
Featured | Sequin Skirt + Sequins Duster + Gold-Tone Sequin Jogger Pant + Inc International Concepts Sequined Fringe Camisole + Long Raglan Sleeve Cut Out Sequin Top + Allover Sequins Blazer
10. Winter 2021 Fashion Color Trends
I am ending this winter 2021 fashion trends list with a palette of the top colors. This is your basis to work with, outside of the bright colors trend. The main colors to incorporate into your outfits are black, cream, taupe, blush pink, burgundy, and medium to chocolate brown.
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Winter 2021 Trends Frequently Asked Questions – FAQs
To top this list off, I have some frequently asked questions about winter 2021 fashion trends.
What is the winter colors for 2021?
The winter colors for 2021 are black, cream, burgundy, blush pink, taupe, and brown. Bright colors are also trendy, which is residual from fall 2021. You can never go wrong with cool or Earth tones as a staple to any wardrobe.
What shoes will be popular in winter 2021?
The shoes that will be popular in winter 2021 are boots that have a chunky, block or platform heel. Any size height goes, from ankle to over-the-knee. Heeled party shoes always roll in second, mainly due to holiday parties.
What styles are trending for winter 2021?
The styles that are trending for winter 2021 include sheer pieces, fringe, plaid skirts, knits, matching sets, and more. You can mix, match, and layer all of these trends to customize your style easily.
Conclusion
In conclusion of the top winter 2021 fashion trends, nothing here is mind blowing or too far reaching for anyone’s closet. The trending colors are basics that you should already have. You can mix and match everything mentioned here, and you will find that the trends mesh well together. Consider what a knit sweater, leather skirt, and platform booties will do to enhance your style game. You might find that a fringe jacket or a bright and bold handbag starts to follow you everywhere as your new signature style. Until next time, continue to let your true beauty shine.
Do you plan on trying any of these trends?
Compare the Winter Trends of Previous Years:
| Winter 2021/21 | Winter 2020 | Winter 2019 | Winter 2022 |
| Winter 2023 |
