{"id":98876,"date":"2016-11-17T09:00:40","date_gmt":"2016-11-17T14:00:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/?p=98876"},"modified":"2016-11-14T14:49:26","modified_gmt":"2016-11-14T19:49:26","slug":"12-wardrobe-essentials-closet-needs-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/style\/12-wardrobe-essentials-closet-needs-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Wardrobe Essentials Your Closet Needs This Winter"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[tps_header]Gone are the lovely (semi) warm fall afternoons, where you could get away with wearing just a leather jacket and <a href=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/style\/6-fall-scarves-were-obsessed-with\/\" target=\"_blank\">scarf<\/a> to work. Now, as soon as you step outside, you&#8217;re greeted with bone-chilling temperatures that will force you to retreat back indoors, vowing to never go outside until May. Or, you suck it up and begrudgingly stomp to work, trying to cry over how cold you are because you know your tears will instantly freeze to your cheeks and ruin your makeup. Despite winter arguably being the least favourable of the seasons, it does provide us with more than enough reasons to get decked out in some of our coziest items. While every season has its must-have wardrobe items this winter, it&#8217;s all about being warm while remaining fashionable. Here are 12 winter wardrobe essentials your closet needs this winter.[\/tps_header]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Over-the-knee boots<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/mlyenna-blkfb-mf-ltd-ph36-angled-outside-mfecomm.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-98915 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/mlyenna-blkfb-mf-ltd-ph36-angled-outside-mfecomm-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Marc Fisher\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/mlyenna-blkfb-mf-ltd-ph36-angled-outside-mfecomm-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/mlyenna-blkfb-mf-ltd-ph36-angled-outside-mfecomm-850x850.jpg 850w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/mlyenna-blkfb-mf-ltd-ph36-angled-outside-mfecomm-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/mlyenna-blkfb-mf-ltd-ph36-angled-outside-mfecomm-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/mlyenna-blkfb-mf-ltd-ph36-angled-outside-mfecomm-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/mlyenna-blkfb-mf-ltd-ph36-angled-outside-mfecomm-1255x1255.jpg 1255w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/mlyenna-blkfb-mf-ltd-ph36-angled-outside-mfecomm-825x825.jpg 825w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/mlyenna-blkfb-mf-ltd-ph36-angled-outside-mfecomm-85x85.jpg 85w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/mlyenna-blkfb-mf-ltd-ph36-angled-outside-mfecomm-170x170.jpg 170w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/mlyenna-blkfb-mf-ltd-ph36-angled-outside-mfecomm-395x395.jpg 395w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/mlyenna-blkfb-mf-ltd-ph36-angled-outside-mfecomm-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/mlyenna-blkfb-mf-ltd-ph36-angled-outside-mfecomm-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/mlyenna-blkfb-mf-ltd-ph36-angled-outside-mfecomm.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Keep your feet dry and your thighs warm with a pair of attention-grabbing over-the-knee boots this winter. Make sure to opt for a pair that will not only make Julia Roberts in Pretty Women proud but will also be practical for stomping through slushy city streets.\u00a0Our pick: This killer pair of <a title=\"Marc Fisher\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thebay.com\/webapp\/wcs\/stores\/servlet\/en\/thebay\/shoes\/tall-boots\/yenna-over-the-knee-microsuede-stretch-boots-0318-yenna--24\" target=\"_blank\">Marc Fisher Yenna Over-the-Knee Microsuede Stretch Boots<\/a> ($300).<!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<p><strong>Faux fur scarf<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/12932210.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-98916 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/12932210-196x300.jpg\" alt=\"Faux Fur\" width=\"300\" height=\"460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/12932210-196x300.jpg 196w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/12932210-554x850.jpg 554w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/12932210-98x150.jpg 98w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/12932210-395x606.jpg 395w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/12932210-600x920.jpg 600w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/12932210.jpg 704w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Add a dash of luxury and texture to your ensemble with a faux fur scarf this winter. This season we&#8217;re lusting after this <a href=\"http:\/\/shop.nordstrom.com\/s\/halogen-faux-fur-stole\/4351800?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&amp;fashioncolor=NAVY%20COMBO\" target=\"_blank\">Halogen Fur Stole<\/a> ($100).<!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<p><strong>Cozy hat<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/13364731.jpg\"><br \/>\n<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/13364731.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-98917 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/13364731-554x850.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"350\" height=\"537\" srcset=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/13364731-554x850.jpg 554w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/13364731-196x300.jpg 196w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/13364731-98x150.jpg 98w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/13364731-395x606.jpg 395w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/13364731-600x920.jpg 600w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/13364731.jpg 704w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/strong>Cold days call for warm beanies and this <a href=\"http:\/\/shop.nordstrom.com\/s\/topshop-tipped-faux-fur-pom-beanie\/4507363?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&amp;fashioncolor=DARK%20BLUE\" target=\"_blank\">Topshop Tipped Faux Fur Pom Beanie<\/a> ($26) is equal parts cozy and cute. This chunky cable knit number is perfect for taking on the colder elements head on and besides, who could resist this adorable pompom?<!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<p><strong>The (stylish) all-weather boot<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/12066059.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-98954 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/12066059.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/12066059.jpg 380w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/12066059-196x300.jpg 196w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/12066059-98x150.jpg 98w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For those days when it&#8217;s slushy outside and you have an important meeting to go to, opt for a pair of all-weather boots that are not only practical but also super chic. These <a title=\"Hunter Chelsea boots\" href=\"http:\/\/shop.nordstrom.com\/s\/hunter-original-block-heel-chelsea-rain-boot-women\/4223151?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&amp;fashioncolor=NAVY\" target=\"_blank\">Hunter Original Block Heel Chelsea Rain Boots<\/a> ($195) are perfect for whatever nasty weather Mother Nature throws your way this winter.<!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<p><strong>Feminine winter coat<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/images.bergdorfgoodman.com\/ca\/2\/product_assets\/SU\/6\/R\/F\/0\/BG-6RF0_mu.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"456\" height=\"570\" \/><br \/>\n<\/strong>Last winter we couldn&#8217;t get enough of camel coats, but this winter we can&#8217;t keep our eyes off of a more feminine number. This season, get your hands on a coat that&#8217;s unlike anything you&#8217;ve ever owned before. Step away from the predictable neutral hues and opt for a coat with a bit more flair. We can&#8217;t get enough of this dusty rose <a title=\"dusty rose Theory coat\" href=\"http:\/\/www.bergdorfgoodman.com\/Theory-Oaklane-New-Divided-Open-Front-Trench-Coat-Pink-Willow\/prod121400006_cat441205__\/p.prod?icid=&amp;searchType=EndecaDrivenCat&amp;rte=%252Fcategory.service%253FitemId%253Dcat441205%2526pageSize%253D120%2526Nao%253D2040%2526refinements%253D&amp;eItemId=prod121400006&amp;cmCat=product%20class=recordTextLink&amp;ecid=BGAF__eeDxzX\/*cMc\" target=\"_blank\">Theory Oaklane Trench Coat<\/a> ($795) for winter, as it will be the perfect pop of colour against the dreary weather.<!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<p><b>Utility bag<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/images.neimanmarcus.com\/ca\/4\/product_assets\/V\/2\/9\/3\/B\/NMV293B_mu.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"456\" height=\"570\" \/><br \/>\n<\/b><\/p>\n<p>When it comes to carting around your beloved personal belongings, you need a bag that&#8217;s not only big enough, but also practical and timeless so you can keep it in your handbag rotation forever. This winter we&#8217;re eying up this stunning <a title=\"3.1 Phillip Lim\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shopbop.com\/soleil-large-bucket-drawstring-bag\/vp\/v=1\/1506530904.htm?folderID=2534374302181020&amp;fm=other-shopbysize-viewall&amp;os=false&amp;colorId=12867\" target=\"_blank\">3.1 Phillip Lim Soleil Large Bucket Bag<\/a> ($1432).<!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<p><strong>Chic gloves<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/pCMCA1-24686778_lifestyle_t240x400.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-98944 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/pCMCA1-24686778_lifestyle_t240x400.jpg\" alt=\"pcmca1-24686778_lifestyle_t240x400\" width=\"240\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/pCMCA1-24686778_lifestyle_t240x400.jpg 240w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/pCMCA1-24686778_lifestyle_t240x400-180x300.jpg 180w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/pCMCA1-24686778_lifestyle_t240x400-90x150.jpg 90w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Upgrade those formless, winter mittens with a pair of sleek leather gloves, like these <a title=\"Club Monaco\" href=\"http:\/\/www.clubmonaco.ca\/product\/index.jsp?productId=108180946&amp;prodFindSrc=search\" target=\"_blank\">Club Monaco Melech Gloves <\/a>($130).\u00a0They&#8217;ll not only keep your hands nice and toasty but you&#8217;ll immediately feel more polished and put together.<!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<p><strong>Velvet accessories<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/8OTH-WL135_V1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-98955 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/8OTH-WL135_V1-563x850.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"350\" height=\"529\" srcset=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/8OTH-WL135_V1-563x850.jpg 563w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/8OTH-WL135_V1-199x300.jpg 199w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/8OTH-WL135_V1-99x150.jpg 99w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/8OTH-WL135_V1-768x1160.jpg 768w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/8OTH-WL135_V1-825x1246.jpg 825w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/8OTH-WL135_V1-395x597.jpg 395w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/8OTH-WL135_V1-600x906.jpg 600w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/8OTH-WL135_V1.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong>Velvet is easily the fabric of the season, and it needs to be at the top of your radar as we transition from fall into winter. From boots and blazers to chokers and dresses, we absolutely cannot get enough of this trend.\u00a0Our pick: This pink velvet <a href=\"http:\/\/www.revolve.com\/8-other-reasons-juliette-choker\/dp\/8OTH-WL135\/?d=Womens&amp;page=1&amp;lc=22&amp;itrownum=8&amp;itcurrpage=1&amp;itview=01\" target=\"_blank\">8 Other Reasons Juliette Choker<\/a> ($28).<!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<p><strong>The flared jean<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/650409_main.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-98952 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/650409_main.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/650409_main.jpeg 514w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/650409_main-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/650409_main-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/650409_main-85x85.jpeg 85w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/650409_main-170x170.jpeg 170w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/650409_main-395x395.jpeg 395w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/650409_main-100x100.jpeg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/strong>Save the skinny jeans for the warmer weather, this winter we can&#8217;t get enough of these\u00a0ultimate \u02dc70s throwback jeans. They are perfect for elongating your silhouette and can be worn dressed up or dressed down. We love these <a title=\"River Island\" href=\"http:\/\/www.riverisland.com\/women\/sale\/jeans\/Dark-wash-Alice-kick-flare-jeans-650409?mid=38434&amp;cur=USD&amp;cmpid=af_Linkshare_US_Hy3bqNL2jtQ&amp;siteID=Hy3bqNL2jtQ-NRuBcj3N0LJo32_TmdntRA&amp;mid=38432&amp;cur=GBP&amp;cmpid=af_Linkshare_UK_PB_TnL5HPStwNw_10&amp;siteID=TnL5HPStwNw-o4Gszt8gkA1lEvDcpbK6Bg\" target=\"_blank\">River Island Dark Wash Alice Kick Flare Jeans<\/a> ($25)&#8211;the best part is they are majorly on sale.<!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<p><strong>Cashmere sweater<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/640066_in_pp.jpg\"><br \/>\n<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/640066_in_pp.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-98945 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/640066_in_pp-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/640066_in_pp-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/640066_in_pp-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/640066_in_pp.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/strong>If you&#8217;re looking to stay warm and cozy this winter without taking on the extra bulk, we recommend picking up a <a href=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/style\/6-amazingly-easy-ways-to-wear-more-cashmere\/\" target=\"_blank\">cashmere sweater<\/a> or two. Cashmere is much softer and lighter than wool and can be worn on its own or\u00a0paired with a blazer. Neutral shades of black and\u00a0gray are\u00a0perfect for winter, and J.Crew\u00a0has a number of options available this season, including this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.net-a-porter.com\/ca\/en\/product\/640066\/JCrew\/chenie-cashmere-sweater\" target=\"_blank\">Chenie Cashmere Sweater<\/a> ($230). <!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<p><strong>Turtleneck<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-99892\" src=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/turtleneck.png\" alt=\"turtleneck\" width=\"470\" height=\"603\" srcset=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/turtleneck.png 470w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/turtleneck-234x300.png 234w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/turtleneck-117x150.png 117w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/turtleneck-395x507.png 395w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 470px) 100vw, 470px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A turtleneck is one of those closet staples that will get so much use over the years, so it&#8217;s smart to invest in one that you love right from the get-go. Style tip: this season, step out of your comfort zone and pair a cozy turtleneck with your favourite sleeveless or slip dress. We&#8217;re loving this inexpensive <a href=\"http:\/\/store.americanapparel.net\/en\/cotton-spandex-rollover-turtleneck-bodysuit_rsa83394?c=Cabernet\" target=\"_blank\">American Apparel Cotton Spandex Rollover Turtleneck Bodysuit<\/a> ($40). <!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<p><strong>Blanket poncho<br \/>\n<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cn12150959.jpg\"><br \/>\n<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cn12150959.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-98953 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cn12150959-638x850.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cn12150959-638x850.jpg 638w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cn12150959-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cn12150959-113x150.jpg 113w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cn12150959-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cn12150959-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cn12150959-1255x1673.jpg 1255w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cn12150959-825x1100.jpg 825w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cn12150959-395x527.jpg 395w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cn12150959-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/cn12150959.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>With the arrival of sweater weather, it also means its time to invest in a blanket poncho, especially if you&#8217;re in dire need of a cozy office sweater. We love this black and gray <a title=\"Old Navy\" href=\"http:\/\/oldnavy.gap.com\/browse\/product.do?cid=1068443&amp;vid=1&amp;pid=294930002&amp;tid=onaff2178999&amp;ap=2&amp;siteID=onafcid10455642&amp;cvosrc=affiliate.cj.2178999\">Old Navy Textured-Stripe Poncho<\/a> ($33), as its\u00a0perfect for layering over your favourite sweaters on the chillier days.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[tps_header]Gone are the lovely (semi) warm fall afternoons, where you could get away with wearing just a leather jacket and scarf to work. Now, as soon as you step outside, you&#8217;re greeted with bone-chilling temperatures that will force you to retreat back indoors, vowing to never go outside until May. 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