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{Fashion Monday} Keep your woolies

This gone weekend I had went on a weekend getaway to Oslo Norway with some girl friends and though Spring is here I suggest you keep your woolies. When I shared how to get your closet ready for spring and summer, I should have mentioned to keep your woolies because it doesn’t look like winter is letting go any time soon around these parts. I love nothing more than being warm when the weather is less than favourable but this time of year we should be basking in some nice sunshine every now and again and not just stuck with the winter woolies.

Keep your woolies

 

British weather is known for its unpredictability and not even in a good way. One minute you could be enjoying some nice weather, you even foolish enough to think it will last and then when you least expect it, it starts to rain. Gale winds coming from nowhere and then its back to winter, one could be forgiven for thinking the UK never experiences true summer because it rains all blooming time.

Last week Friday when I was getting ready to leave the house for the airport, it was such a lovely day and I planned my outfit on what the weather was looking like. By the time I was done, it had started to rain and I had to change my entire outfit altogether.

So how does one learn to dress for all the elements when traveling (or at home) without packing the entire house with them. Well I am here to help you with that.

  1. Think and dress for winter – I always make sure to have a coat or jacket with me that is warm enough to give me warmth when the weather turns and light enough to fit into my tote bag or one that I could easily carry.
  2. Think and plan for your common weather – If you wear a light jumper or cashmere jumpers (see here), you get best of both worlds because it is light enough for warmer weather and warm enough for when you put your jacket or coat on top. I ensure I have a suitable top or jumper that can work both in warm or cold weather conditions and is not too bulky for my liking.
  3. Think and wear jeans – They never go out of fashion, you’re not limited to one type and you can dress them how you fancy: Smart or casual (see how I dress ripped jeans). Jeans are the best items for all-weather conditions, you can keep your woolies with them and you can accessories them to your heart’s content.
  4. Think comfort – I am a true advocate of dressing for comfort, people think you can not look good when you dress in your comfiest clothes but I can assure you can. If your leggings are your comfy clothing then add a long top, some canvas, a straw hat and some shades and dear you’re done. Obviously PJ’s don’t count as those are just for your home but I think you can still work all your comfy clothes.

There you have it, I am sure you have other ideas too which I would love to hear about in the comments section. Like I have said many a time on this blog, I dress for comfort and for me it’s top priority seconded by style when I can help it.

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Comments

  7. Laura H says

    Soo true! I keep trying to pack up my winter clothes in France to take back to England but I’m finding I can’t because it’s still too cold!

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  8. tauyanm says

    dubai somehow has a unpredictable weather too, supposed to be super hot and now nad summery feel but it feels cold still at night and morning. Love that bagpack!!

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  12. Idaintyit says

    I hate being caught short by a sudden change in the weather! It happens way more than I would like it to, I always see sun and think I will be hot so don’t bother with a jumper then suffer for it later! I really should have learnt by now giving that I have lived here my whole life lol

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  18. Mimi Green says

    I’m a jeans kind of girl like you said, because they never go out of style. They are my go to item when I’m going some place. Dress them up or dress them down.

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  21. brianna george says

    It’s funny, I live in the South in the USA, but am from the north where it gets really cold and people still wear woolies in what the north thinks is warm weather. haha I suppose cold weather is realitive to where you live. 🙂

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  23. Ave says

    I have to fly to Madrid this week and the weather there is totally different there, so I’m struggling with what to pack. Your tips help me a lot! I’m a big fan of woolies by the way!

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  32. Kiwi says

    Great post. Spring in Atlanta for a while was still very winter-esque! Now it is going to summer, but this is a great tip for the some of the colder cities,

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  34. Elizabeth O. says

    That’s tough. When you’re traveling to place with unpredictable weather, I think it’s best to bring clothes that will make you feel comfy regardless of the weather, then just add pieces, like a coat in case it’s too cold or it’s raining or sandals for the sunny days. Something like that. Anyway, good tips!

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  36. marianne says

    I live in Utah and spring can mean snow one day and then super sunshine the next. We never really put our winter wardrobes away. I love the outfit you have put together here.

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  40. Amanda Love says

    You can sure say that again about the unpredictability of the weather in the UK. We were just in London and it seems like we had no idea how to dress each day. Those are some practical ideas and I always almost wear jeans, comfortable jeans.

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    • Miranda says

      That’s the UK for you, never know what’s best clothes to wear on any given day as the weather can change up many times in one day

  43. Kerry Norris says

    This is a great post for me as I’m going to Paris next week and their weather is very similar to ours. Some great tips which I’ll take on board. Love that backpack in the pic x

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  48. Kira C says

    My jeans are definitely my go to for everything clothing! Without a doubt I will wear them all through summer and winter, you can’t go wrong!

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  49. Tanya Howard says

    I absolutely love that waterfall wrap around coat! Where is it from? I can’t wait for the summer sun and heat to truly kick in, I’m tired of sticking to my woolies. My poor Spring/Summer wardrobe is just screaming out waiting to be worn, or I’ve been trying to combine the two where I can xx

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  51. Ana De- Jesus says

    Even living in the UK it makes it hard to predict the weather so it is good to keep the woolies even in the heart of summer. I love that black waterfall wrapover belted trench.

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  53. Paula says

    You cannot go wrong with jeans for that in between weather. I’m a big fan of dressing in layers also. A cute tank top with a light cardigan is a great way to make sure you are not too warm or too cold.

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  54. Jessica McDonnell says

    Great picks – I love those ripped jeans. With the weather being so cold over here recently I’m definitely tempted to keep my woolies close until it gets warmer.

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  60. Tori Gabriel says

    I have heard it said that the only difference between a British Winter and a British Summer is in Summer the rain is warmer! I totally agree jeans are a great idea to stick with.

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  61. Robin (Masshole Mommy) says

    I definitely need some more clothes to prepare for this spring and summer. Those jeans look like something I need in my life.

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  67. Rachel Mouton says

    I love this look! I just took a trip to Hawaii and realized just how important layers are. I don’t have anything wool in my closet, but I think I might try and find more wool for my wardrobe.

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  70. Leelo says

    Great picks! I actually liked weather in the UK more than I like Estonian weather because same time last year I was able to already wear shorts and skirts in the UK while in Estonia people were still wearing their winter clothes 😀 But yes I have to agree with you that the weather does change often in the UK and so you can’t really put away your warmer clothes after the first warm and sunny day 🙂

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  71. tina says

    We’re starting summer, probably today! It will be 90 or so, and not go back down until October (this is Phoenix, the desert southwest). Today is probably my last day for jeans, and then I’ll toss ’em and get new pairs next winter! Happy Spring to those who are starting the change of season!

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  72. Victoria says

    I wish the weather was cooler here in Florida, but it feels like summer is almost here in full! I do love those sneakers though and they would be perfect for some summer dresses and shorts!

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  73. Shirley Wood says

    I’m a blue jeans and t-shirt kind of girl. I keep a favorite sweat shirt available for those cool days in the spring.Our weather has been a bit off this year, cool one day and hot the next. We have to keep a few pieces of both wardrobes available until the summer really arrives.

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  76. StressedMum says

    I am still wearing my jumpers, I have one on today as the weather is so unpredictable at the moment, I also love to dress for comfort. My look today is jeggings, long jumper and canvas pumps 🙂

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  77. Kita says

    The weather is still on the cooler side here which while surprising, makes me happy because summer is just too hot. I love these transitional pieces you suggested. I had on my woolies this weekend!

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  78. laura dove says

    Great tips! I just said this morning that with the weather here you never know what to wear! One minute its freezing and the next I’m sweating in boots and a coat! Have taken your tips on board!

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  80. Alli says

    I tend to go the comfort route every single time. I want to look great, but comfort is important too. It’s normally warm and sunny here by mid April, but lately we’ve had some cool weather. I’m ready for spring and summer.

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  83. sarah says

    I love woolly clothes! IT has been rather chilly lately (and I hear some parts of UK had snow! In mid April!) Also, I usually go for comfort over style if I’m honest, I can not stand being uncomfortable. Great post and tips! 🙂

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    • Miranda says

      Thanks Sarah, I am all for comfort over style but I do like to have some style now and again. Can’t believe we still experiencing snow in some parts in the UK

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