Winter’s hottest fashion trends

The cold winter months may be closing in on us, but there’s definitely no shortage of must-have new trends to keep you looking chic all season long. We asked two of New York City’s top fashion bloggers to break down the looks you need to get your hands on right now.

Knits, knits, knits

One of the strongest looks this winter is knitwear. On the runway, this includes head-to-toe knit suits and trousers. The trend is really all about size, also taking the form of chunky woven sweaters and bulky knitwear tops.

“The way it’s being translated [from the runway] is really big, oversized sweaters and extreme turtlenecks,” says Kelly Framel, creative director of the wildly popular site The Glamourai . “Everything this season is just so big, so extreme — they’re almost dresses.”

Dresses over pants

S o long, tights. While colored tights have dominated the last few winters, Framel says they’re on their way out this season. Taking their place are dresses over pants, which can be interpreted in a number of ways. (Everything from wide-leg trousers to jegging-type jeans.)

“The really fashion forward way to wear it is over a slightly flared pant,” says Framel, who describes the trend as a return to ‘90s grunge.

Oversized coats and pastel colors

Many of the leading looks this winter are all about length. Case in point: dramatically oversized coats paired with mini dresses and above-the-knee skirts – an unexpected look for the winter season.

“It’s a big surprise when you think about the colder months,” says fashion blogger Chanel van der Meijden of Cocorosa .

She adds that we’ll be seeing a lot of fitted minis topped with big, over-the-top jumpers this season. Another play on length? Wide culottes and above-the-ankle trousers.

Also going strong in outerwear is the pastel-colored coat. When it comes to bundling up, shades of soft pink and baby blue are all the rage.

“There’s finally an alternative to the boring black winter coat,” says Framel.

Above-the-knee boots

Playful lengths are also extending to footwear. Hot this winter are thigh-high, over-the-knee boots. A unique spin on the look takes the form of flats, says Framel.

“We’re so accustomed to seeing the over-the-knee, high heel, slightly sexy version,” she says. “A flat boot is especially fresh, like the coolest interpretation this season.”

Military-inspired shoes are another look to invest in. Boots with lots of buckling details and hints of that signature olive green are particularly popular. If it’s a more feminine look you’re after, booties are a dainty alternative.

“Another shoe trend that totally excites me is the kitten-heeled, pointed-toe, lace-up bootie,” says van der Meijden.

Big ol’ earrings

It’s official: Big earrings are back. While the trend for the last few seasons has been more about refined, delicate jewelry, be prepared to see more big-statement pieces this winter.

“The fashion version of that is to wear only one [earring] and to wear the biggest earring possible,” says Framel. “But in general, these chandelier and interesting statement earrings are definitely coming back.”

Translation? Big, glitzy earrings perfect for the holidays.