Winter weather makes getting dressed hard. It becomes a mind game in balancing practicality with style, and at least for me, the former tends to win. But the easy loophole for looking on-trend and staying warm is updating your accessories. They instantly add to your look without sacrificing warmth or comfort, with the added bonus of being experimental. (During no other season is outrageous as acceptable as winter). So if you’re ready to step beyond the comfort zone of gray scarves and black beanies, we found the biggest accessory trends of the season to try.
With brands from Target to Prada to fit every budget, shop our edit ahead.
Balaclava
Crochet wool helmet with face mask
Now that we’re used to face masks, it’s time for balaclavas to become a wintry mainstay. The added warmth is always welcome, and they’re made even cooler thanks to designers like Miu Miu, who debuted this detachable style during its fall-winter 2021 collection.
Balaclava
Wool Blend Knitted Hood
Balaclava
Quilted Puffer Balaclava
Horns Wool Blend Knit Balaclava
Verloop Balaclava Ski Mask
Logo Jewelry
Chanel Vintage Letter Drop Earrings
If you thought the logomania craze was over, think again. Customers are all-in on becoming walking billboards, currently in jewelry form. You can shop brand-new drops from Off-White or Versace or scour resale sites for vintage costume jewelry.
Logo Jewelry
Choker with Gucci script
Logo Jewelry
Donatella Necklace
Logo Jewelry
Dio(r)evolution Bracelet
Logo Jewelry
Arrows-motif brass ring
Mary J. Blige recently wore Bottega’s creepy crawling fur stole, but you don’t have to go all the way to satisfy your statement-making needs. We suggest bold, chunky scarves that double as weather-sensible and fun for a night out.
Bold Scarves
Quilted Scarf
Bold Scarves
Women’s Oblong Scarf – Victor Glemaud x Target Teal Blue
Bold Scarves
Recycled Cashmere Chunky Scarf
Bold Scarves
Mohair Scarf
Timeless Frames
Gloss Sunglasses
Tiny sunglasses? We don’t know her. Come winter, we’re only wearing flattering, anti-trendy sunglasses. You’ll own these for life, so that gives you an excuse to splurge on a style you really love.
Timeless Frames
After Hours 45mm Polarized Square Sunglasses
Quay Australia x Chrissy Teigen
Timeless Frames
Cat Eye Sunglasses
Timeless Frames
Peyton Sunglasses
Timeless Frames
Rectangle Sunglasses
Fuzzy Hats
Pistachio Bucket
Fuzzy, faux fur hats have been on our radar for a couple years now, but the trend is not slowing down come winter. Kent-based Emma Brewin was one of the first designers to put this trend on the IG map, so look to her if you want the OG topper.
Roxxi Faux Fur Bucket Hat
Hair Claws
Checked Claw Hair Clip Set
In case you’ve been living under a rock (or refuse to download TikTok), hair claws are all the rage. Styles range from camp to chic, so no matter your aesthetic, there’s a clip for you.
Hair Claws
Gold Metal Hair Clip
Hair Claws
Winona Irene Blue Primrose Hair Claw
Hair Claws
Hair Claw Clip Set of 4
Statement Opera Gloves
Long nappa leather gloves with pouch
Live for the drama? Statement opera gloves are for you. Influencers are already rabid for these pocketed Prada versions, and if frostbites don’t concern you, rhinstone, organza, and feathery gloves are also on the rise.
Statement Opera Gloves
Rhinestone Fishnet Long Gloves
Statement Opera Gloves
Gaias Feather-Embellished Jersey Gloves
Statement Opera Gloves
Printed Gloves
Statement Opera Gloves
Feather-Trim Long Gloves
Tennis Bracelet
Bennett 18K Gold Tennis Bracelet
The ultimate WASP accessory is back with a vengeance. But even if you don’t live on an estate and own a horse named Muffy, there are equally classic options ranging from CZ to lab-grown, wallet-friendly bracelets, too.
Tennis Bracelet
Classic Tennis Bracelet
Tennis Bracelet
3.72 Carat Round Cut Tennis Bracelet
Tennis Bracelet
14kt Gold White Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Tennis Bracelet
Round Tennis Bracelet
Justine Carreon
Justine Carreon is the market editor at ELLE.com covering fashion, Dutch ovens, and fashion again.
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