Fashion

In the wintry, icky months of this wonderful rainy city we call home, it becomes increasingly tiring to dress oneself for the downpour and chill whilst avoiding looking like an hulky snowman from Mt Layers-Add-Weight.

Knitwear is the obvious solution to this most painful of problems (a first-world problem, clearly!). Opt for garments with a low drop waist, rather than elastic-waisted jumpers which tend to add unnecessary bulge to your winter bellies.

If you drop into any store in the city from Acne to Cotton On you will be greeted by a bevy of varying knits in a paint box full of colours. Charcoal and black are a slimming and safe bet, where as neon pinks and Helmut Lang stripes are a fashion forward and on-trend option.

On the bottom-half, pick yourself up a neat pair of coated, black skinny jeans like the ones on show at Sass & Bide. They’re leg lengthening, flattering around the ankle and keep the bite away from your delicate and, most likely, pallid pins.

Scarves, beanies, gloves et al are a no-brainer to fight the bitterness. Layer a lot of good-quality, long-sleeve basics in neutral colours. Bassiske or Skin and Threads are a viable choice over Aussie Disposal’s thermals.

Contrarily, army-style camo has made a bit of a comeback in that model, off-duty way in which grungy things tend to resurface. So perhaps a trip to your local Aussie Disposals is a smart move. Keep it current by only one camouflaged item per ensemble, otherwise you might find yourself fleeing to Canada to hide from Uncle Sam.

Winter dressing is all about using your god-given smarts (or if you are lacking in that department, street-style blogs). Wear layers, invest in a good coat and make friends with a few pairs of thick opaque tights.

Or stay indoors.