My New Year’s resolution is simple: In 2026, I will dress rich, elegant, and, above all, chic. I’m manifesting 365 days of effortlessly cool outfits, unforgettable coats, coveted kitten heels, and spectacular silhouettes. And to prove I’m not messing around, I’ve already begun preparations. For the past few weeks, I’ve scoured IG for chic winter outfits, consulted my fellow Who What Wear editors on the 2026 fashion must-haves, and observed the latest trends of the NYC style set. Spoiler: High V-neck sweaters, short faux-fur jackets, and elegant leather gloves will soon be gracing your feed, if they haven’t already.
So, if your New Year’s resolution looks anything like mine, pay close attention. From London to Oslo, below are 10 chic winter outfits to wear in 2026. You’ll find plenty of faux-fur trimmings, oversize totes (ahem, the Coach Soft Empire Carryall Bag 40), ’90s-inspired straight-leg jeans, cool knee-high boots, and elegant winter coats. Let’s make 2026 the most fashionable year yet.
1.
Get the Look: Oversize black leather jacket + wide-leg trousers + faux-fur scarf + flats + leather handbag
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LAMARQUE
Muse Faux Fur Scarf
Trust me, a faux-fur scarf is the key to looking wealthy.
ZARA
Faux Leather Jacket With Tabs
Zara has mastered the affordable faux-leather jacket.
Banana Republic
High-Rise Wide-Leg Drapey Ponte Pull-On Pant
While Banana Republic has perfect the wide-leg trouser.
Coach
Soft Empire Carryall Bag 40
The Coach bag of my dreams.
Madewell
The Mylie Ballet Flat
I loved the Mylie Ballet flat in brown suede, so why wouldn’t I love it in a classic black?
2.
Get the Look: Black balloon pants + short-sleeve sweater + long leather gloves + woven tote + sunglasses
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Free People
Belle Brushed Cashmere Tee
My latest hyper-fixation: brushed cashmere sweaters.
ZARA
Zw Collection Bloomers With Sash
Balloon pants look best with a simple top.
Aritzia
Leather Long Gloves
My favorite winter purchase to date.
Don’t sleep on the COS bag collection.
3.
Get the Look: Fitted white turtleneck + suede trousers + tonal blazer + pointed-toe heels + ALO duffel + statement belt + sunglasses
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MANGO
Straight Suit Jacket With Lapel Pockets
Madewell
Ribbed Turtleneck Long-Sleeve Tee
A simple white turtleneck is the foundation of a chic winter outfit.
Alkemie
Spirit Animal Belt
ZARA
Faux Suede Wide Leg Pants
The way this hem elegantly pools around the ankle leaves me breathless.
Look at the heel. Perfection.
4.
Get the Look: Lace-trim camisole + black jeans + short faux-fur jacket + kitten heels + leather handbag
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Faux-fur jackets are a fashion-person staple this winter.
Reformation
Teddy Silk Top
Freja New York
Mercer Shoulder Bag
Reformation
Cynthia High Waist Relaxed Jeans
You can’t go wrong with a pair of black jeans.
5.
Get the Look: Basic white top + straight-leg jeans + long blazer coat + boots + skinny scarf + leather tote
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ZARA
Zw Collection Tailored Button Coat
A chic affordable winter coat.
Coach
Soft Empire Carryall Bag 40
Old Navy
Vintage Crew-Neck T-Shirt
Banana Republic
Mid-Rise 90s Loose Jean
These Nordstrom loafers are an editor favorite.
Trafalgar
The Windsor Merino Wool Solid Color Knit Neck Scarf
6.
Get the Look: Ribbed sweater + a second sweater tied around the shoulders + silver bangles + pleated shorts + suede knee-high boots + suede handbag
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ZARA
Long Bermuda Shorts With Pleats
Everlane
The Cocoon Crew in Alpaca
Ettika
Thick Sculpted Cuff
My favorite accessory trend: a chic cuff.
I love a brown suede boot.
7.
Get the Look: Oversize crewneck sweater + a second sweater tied at the waist + black overcoat + white denim jeans + leather handbag
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Banana Republic
Double-Faced Top Coat
I wear for my black overcoat almost everyday.
Reformation
Cashmere Boyfriend Sweater
Ref’s sweater collection is next-level.
Banana Republic
Mid-Rise 90s Loose Jean
I’m a strong believer that white denim has a place in winter fashion.
Another great bag from COS.
Jenny Bird
Mini Florence Earrings
I just put my sister on to Jenny Bird.
8.
Get the Look: Plain white long-sleeve + long leather skirt + black leather boots + double-breasted overcoat + oversize tote + sunglasses
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MANGO
Handmade Oversized Wool Coat
I could totally see this in a fashion person’s closet.
La Ligne
Vega Skirt 00 in Black
Coach
Brooklyn Shoulder Bag 34
The cult-favorite Coach bag.
Banana Republic
Vintage Cotton Long-Sleeve T-Shirt
Reformation
Claudette Ankle Boot
Ankle boots are never out of trend.
9.
Get the Look: Basic white crewneck + high-V-neck sweater + silk slip skirt + knee-high leather boots
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Samsøe Samsøe
Saagneta Long Skirt
My black slip skirt is always on hand.
Caslon
Cashmere V-Neck Sweater
High-V-neck sweaters will be a huge hit in 2026.
COS
Clean Cut Regular T-Shirt
Shashi
Knot Stud Earrings
10.
Get the Look: Cape coat + straight-leg jeans + pointed-toe boots + leather handbag
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COS
Double-Faced Merino Wool Scarf Cape
This COS scarf coat is redefining winter outfits.
DeMellier London
Midi Paris Handbag
If you’re looking for a DeMellier London bag, may I suggest the Midi Paris Handbag?
Madewell
The Longline Straight Jean
I can see the ’90s influence.
Marc Fisher LTD
Danai Kitten Heel Bootie
Always a hit with the fashion set.
Alexa Leigh
Natural Beaded Bracelet
