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The Walk to the Bus Stop When Your Breath Shows

The Walk to the Bus Stop When Your Breath Shows

When the air gets sharp enough that you can see your breath, a small set of pieces does the work. A fuzzy knit, flared jeans, fur lined suede boots and a wool blend pea coat fit on one rail and one shoe spot, and they suit anyone dressing well on a careful budget.

  1. That first chilly morning in a big fuzzy sweater

    This oversized sweater is 50% polyester, 35% acrylic, 12% polyamide and 3% wool, with a fuzzy texture, cuffed sleeves and a ribbed neckline and hem. It runs loose by design, so size down for a closer fit. Wash cold on gentle and lay flat to dry. It sits under the coat.

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  2. The ankle boots for a cold, wet walk to the bus stop

    These ankle boots are genuine suede with a faux fur lining, memory foam insoles and a rubber sole. The listing describes them as water resistant with good grip on icy sidewalks, which is worth weighing against your own winters. They are the warm base of the set.

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  3. The pea coat for the cold walk to the bus stop

    The pea coat is 15% wool and 85% polyester, with a stand collar, single breasted front, two slant pockets and a relaxed thigh length fit. It comes in black, green, gray and khaki, and the size guide runs from XS to XXL. It is the outer layer that pulls the rest together.

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  4. The flare jeans for the walk to Friday night

    These flared jeans are high rise and fitted at the top, then widen down the leg. The denim is 73% cotton, 14% rayon, 11% polyester and 2% spandex, and the listing says they may feel snug at first. Machine wash cold, tumble dry low. Whether flares suit you is a matter of taste.

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