Summer has been and gone, autumn is turning into winter and our wardrobes need to keep up.

You’ve blinked, it is winter, now what? Days are getting shorter, temperatures are dropping, and our sizzling summer wardrobes need to be swapped out for warmer winter garms. The answer to this impending fashion dilemma is a transitional wardrobe. 

A transitional wardrobe is a wardrobe which can be taken from one season to the next. Despite this simple definition, it can be hard to navigate. Fear not as Disgraceful has got you covered. 

Here are five top tips to transition your wardrobe ready for this winter:

Know your personal style

Be sure of your personal style so you can stick to it and carry it through the seasonal changes. Having a clear personal style means no confusion or struggle when transitioning from one season to the next. 

If you struggle to define your personal style, the best thing to do is investigate your wardrobe. Think about which clothes already in your wardrobe make you happy and why. Then when out shopping for new pieces, you can shop with a purpose and understand which clothes you like and why.  

If you are not already on Pinterest, then why not? Pinterest is a hub of inspiration and a true treasure-trove filled with millions upon millions of images of celebrities, models, style icons and fashion influencers offering the best style inspiration if you are stuck in a fashion-shaped rut. 

Build a solid wardrobe full of staples 

Create a wardrobe that consists of timeless basics which are versatile and transcend the seasons. 

This is what is known in fashion as a capsule wardrobe, fashion stylist and blogger Gabrielle Arruda put it perfectly, “A capsule wardrobe is a unique closet that is streamlined and allows you to mix and match all your style staples easily.” In her blog post, she continues, “While some of the items will change from season to season (like winter coats, and shorts), the capsule wardrobe basics will carry through.” 

Do not confuse a capsule wardrobe with a boring wardrobe. It may be filled with basics, but these pieces are there with the purpose of being worn alongside statement pieces. For example, patterned and colourful pieces can be paired with tonal pieces to create a balanced outfit.  

Invest in outerwear this winter 

With the temperatures dropping, a great coat can make or break an outfit so why not splash the cash and invest in one that will last? From classic trench coats to streetwear-inspired puffer jackets, and punk leather biker jackets, your coat choices this winter are endless. 

However, if you want to be on the edge of fashion, British Vogue has crowned the flight jacket as the trending coat for this winter. The flight jacket is back in the limelight once again thanks to the recent Top Gun sequel, which has seen everyone swooning over Miles Teller in pilot’s uniform. 

A leather flight jacket once a soldier’s saviour from the cold is now, with the assistance of a few luxe upgrades of sequins and embellishments, the it-coat of the season. 

Layer up to keep warm and stylish

Now you have built a capsule wardrobe most can only dream of, filled with staple pieces, why not put them to use and layer them over one another?

Just before you stash away all of your summer clothes, think about which of these pieces can be carried over into your winter wardrobe by layering them with warmer pieces. These flexible pieces can work for winter by being worn under chunkier knits or layered over the top of tights. 

The trick is to see the fun in it all. Layering can be an exciting way to create new outfits with your already existing wardrobe. The styling technique can inspire you to wear things differently and breathe new life into the clothes sitting neglected at the back of your wardrobe. 

Accessories are your best friend 

Accessories are where it is at. Hats, gloves and scarves can be added to any outfit to elevate it and most importantly, keep you warm this winter. 

This is also where playfulness can be injected into winter fashion. Bright colours and more experimental accessories can bring an outfit to life. Just look at the balaclava, this unlikely accessory stormed the runways at autumn/winter 22 fashion week. As luxury fashion brands such as Givenchy, Dolce and Gabbana and Gucci put their own spin on the head covering, proving that they are not limited to just the ski slopes. 

Armed with these five tips, you are now ready to face whatever this British winter has in store, all whilst looking stylish may I add.