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With winter finally arriving and two feet of snow taking over the paths we use to get to school, it's chilly. With the snow has come a sharp wind that could turn anyone's ears into ice cubes. Winter is a freezing season that requires VERY practical trends to keep us warm; however, if anyone knows a fashionista, they know style is not something that they're willing to sacrifice. Winter is a tricky season because there are certain things you need (to keep warm), and certain things you want (to look good). Here are a list of things that can allow you to accommodate your wants and needs.

1. Fur: During the year I maintain a vegan diet, so I feel guilty for recommending this. But from our caveman days, fur has always been something we've used to protect ourselves from the cold. In terms of survival, it is something we use to stay warm. This winter, whether you're going out and about or just to school, if you want to be practical and fashionable, consider fur accessories to stay warm. A fur stole, a Russian hat or some mittens are just some of the accessories you can use to dress an outfit up. Fur isn't something only cavemen wear, it's also a posh material that shows wealth and therefore elevates fashion status.

2. Circle scarves: These are one of my favourite accessories that have come into the spotlight. I like circle scarves because they are easy to wear and they provide a lot of variety — you can use them as a hood or wrap them around yourself to create a sweater. I also like that they aren't as fussy as normal scarves, because I always find that I get the ends of my scarves caught in zippers or that they unwrap and drag on the floor. Circle scarves are easy to wear and easy to make, so try one on!

3. Layering: Layering is definitely in fashion this season, and to be honest, it never left. If you don't have one thick sweater, think of using two small ones — it's an easy way to keep warm, practical and fashionable. Layering used to be huge back in the day, because it showed you could afford lots of different fabrics. Layering is popular right now for the same reason, as well as because it's an easy way to incorporate several colours into an outfit. Personally I like layering because I find it adds more interest to any outfit. Colour, texture and rhythm: all these things provide an outfit with a little bit "more," and luckily enough, this is as easy as throwing on an extra vest or a sweater.

Always wear what you like, but consider what is going on in fashion; things change, and while it may seem like fashion is impractical, it's not. We like being comfortable and we like looking good. Just remember that protecting yourself from the harm of the elements is the most important thing to think about.