Outfits to make it a degree hotter!

It doesn’t have to be traditional; we can make a new ritual. It’s getting cold outside, and the very best accessory everyone seems to be trying to acquire is a shiny new beau to drape on your arm during holiday parties. The real question is how do you get one? Well, it doesn’t have to be that difficult. You could try the age-old stand mysteriously in a coffee shop and wait for them to approach you or pretend to be lost at the Nova Scotia Art Gallery. But, if you want to make the first move and you are too shy to say anything, then fashion can be your best friend. A great option for a casual outfit would be to start with a basic white T-shirt that you can grab from a thrift store. Then, opt for baggy denim pants paired with a chunky belt. You could try baggy jeans from H&M or even mid-rise cargo jeans from Zara. These can be teamed with a leather jacket, like the Amelia Leather Jacket from Banana Republic, or you could even get something vintage off eBay. With this aesthetic, the baggier the jacket the better. And, if you don’t want to shop online, then you can always dash to your nearest thrift store and snag one. These are a real hot commodity. And, to tie this entire outfit together, a scarf like the Holly Brushed Scarf from Urban Outfitters will do the trick. Gym dates are also really popular during this time of the year. If you’ve identified your gym crush and want to be forever ready to bump into them at the gym, the best way to go is an all-grey active suit. The suit as only one colour just amps up the classic factor and it will be super versatile to pair with anything in your wardrobe. Something like this active T-shirt from Gap or the Lululemon Align Bodysuit would do great. Pair your activewear with chunky sneakers or your favourite New Balances. To complete the outfit with some outerwear, a good wool trench coat can help do the trick. Keep in mind that red is the colour of the season. Your local thrift store is a great place to check, they could have some super cool vintage pieces. The holiday season is all about glamour, and velvet is the perfect material to make your personality shine. Check out your local stores, such as Halifax’s Sweet Pea Boutique. They carry some of the best pieces that will be sure to make jaws drop to the floor. The best part is, you will be supporting a small business. A funky coloured velvet suit would surely turn some heads. You can check out this Harford Velvet Dusty Rose Suit or, if you are looking to opt for a more classic route, this piece from H&M will be what you need.2023 has been a journey all about you. You don’t need a relationship; you need to do it for the plot. You are the main character. So, put the “YOU” into your outfit. You make the outfit a look, not the other way around. Find an outfit that makes you feel passionate, and that will make whatever you wear into fashion.