Want to know the key to looking cool this winter? It's not about planning all your outfits days in advance, buying into a bunch of new trends, or nailing down a precise layering combo. While all of those things will definitely help you to achieve a good cold-weather look, it's actually much simpler than that. In all the research I've done on Instagram, I've found that the coolest winter outfits come down to a few key (and on-trend) wardrobe staples. I'm not saying you need to go out and buy...

There's a strong chance you have a few winter outfit formulas you turn to on the regular. For me, it's a chunky knit, jeans, flat boots, and an oversize jacket. Well, if you're looking for a few fresh ideas to switch it up a bit this season, you've landed in the right spot. Below, I'm showcasing a range of ensembles that I'm loving at the moment. I also circulated the top looks among our team. And yes, the outfit ideas coming your way got an A+ from them, too.Included in the curation is everyt...

As a 34-year-old, I'd be lying if I said that dressing to look a bit more youthful wasn't something I thought about often… especially in the winter. The bulky layers and dark colors that are so prevalent this time of year tend to be quite aging. When I lived in Los Angeles (from 2009 to 2015), I didn't have to think much about this subject, but now that I'm a bit older and I live in North Carolina, where it's surprisingly freezing, I've had to develop a skill set to keep my winter wardrobe fro...

I’ll admit it. I’ve never been a big leggings person. Sure, I'll wear them stumbling through my favorite dance cardio video, but if I just want to be comfortable running errands or grabbing dinner on a chilly evening I’ll usually opt for a sweatsuit or my favorite broken in vintage Levis. However, unless you’re Kim Kardashian, taking a sweatsuit from day to night isn’t the easiest feat. And the Levis? Well, let’s just say I may have overindulged in grammy's famous holiday Chex Mix....