Colder weather means our wardrobe needs are changing for the year. Instead of shorts and linen, those of use in New England are dreaming of layers and wool. Here’s my cold weather wishlist with some much needed fall items.

Patterned tights and sleek leggings

Colder weather means more layers for warmth. Tights or leggings are must for skirts this time of year in New England. You can go the funky route, like these gray zigzag tights for $10.09.

Or try something more simple, like these from Voodoo for $31.82.

Add some shine to your leggings to spice up your wardrobe. These ones from Dreamgirl cost $40.42.

Anything plaid

This dress is an unconventional plaid in a flowy structure. Not what you envision when you think of plaid.
Or try a big-pattern plaid coat like this one from Katherine Barclay for $59.99.

A structured flannel

I regularly wore flannels in high school but rarely after, and I threw out all my old flannels with the end of the ’90s. But flannels have a new structured look and a flattering fit. It no longer looks like you stole your shirt from your dad’s/boyfriend’s/husband’s closet.

Try this shrunken style from American Eagle for $39.50.

Pair it with jeans for lounging around on the weekend or a miniskirt for a night out.

A sweater dress

This look can be tough to pull off. Since most sweater dresses are form-fitting the reveal  every hidden flaw. Victoria’s Secret has a wide range of styles and fits to disguise your problem areas. Try this one with a wide mid-section band to make your waist look slimmer.

To hide a larger bottom, try a style that’s fitted on top with a fuller skirt like this one.  This one also would work well to hide large thighs.

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