Every day, you put together an outfit.  You mix-and-match pieces.  You choose accessories.  And then, in the cold weather, you hide it all away under a coat and scarf.  So let’s breathe a little life into your fall/winter color palette.

You will notice none of these coats are black.  I don’t own a black coat.  Yes, black is classic, but at some point, you’re just blending into a sea of black coats that all look the same from a distance.

Blush Cuyana Scarf ($75) // Burgundy Dorothy Perkins Coat ($119)

Burgundy or eggplant coats are nice because they’re a versatile cold weather color.  You can pair your wine-colored coat with a blush scarf to soften the look.  Need a neutral?  Try grey, like this $13 oversize scarf.  Looking for even more punch?  Go with deep teal.

Olive LL Bean Boiled Wool Coat ($199) // Navy Twist Knit Infinity Scarf ($8)

An olive-y green and navy is a chic combination because it’s neutral, but impactful.  I adore this LL Bean coat with it’s funnel collar.  Such a good price for a warm coat.

Looking for a non-infiniti scarf?  Try this East Dane scarf.  If you need more of a neutral, try an ivory scarf. If you want a subtler contrast, try something in sage.

Beige H&M Double-Breasted Coat ($129) // Leopard BP Scarf (sold out)

Sadly, every time Nordstrom restocks this scarf, it sells out in a day.  I also love this pricier Chan Luu scarf in a grey, snow-leopard look.  Or, for under-$75, this grey-ish J.Crew scarf and this classic Talbot’s scarf.

Not into leopard print?  I would pair an ivory coat with a plaid scarf.  I like this marigold/navy one and this taupe/mauve/navy one (drop dead gorgeous).

Grey Cashmere Top Coat ($365) // Rust Roberto Cavalli Scarf ($174)

Lastly, I’ve always liked rust and grey together.  Rust is really an under-appreciated color.  It is a really warm neutral that looks good with any neutral (except black).  For a less expensive scarf, try & Other Stories.  Other colors to pair with grey besides black include mauve, pine, and mustard.

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