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Summer Vibes in Scottish Winter

Sadly summer is over and winter is here so it’s time to put away the crop tops, shorts and bikinis and get out your favorite hat, scarves and gloves combo. Just because the skys are grey – it doesn’t mean your wardrobe has to be. This article is here to tell you how to keep those summer vibes going in the winter months with pops of color and recycling your favorite summer outfits.

  1. Layers

Although it seems obvious, but layers are your best friend in the winter. For a summer look, grab your favorite summer dress and put a long sleeved top underneath. Turtle neck tops work the best for warmth but a mesh high neck, long sleeve top under a strappy mini dress, paired with some skin tone tights and chunky boots – winter outfit ready for you to party like it’s summer. Have a look on Depop for a cute and student friendly variety of dresses and tops to layer!

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2. Bright colors

With grey skies, it’s easy to see why everyone’s wardrobe gets a bit darker and and the colors go away – but trust me, winter is the time for a pop of color. Everyone knows a winter coat is essential and with puffer jackets still going strong as a winter staple, why not try a bright colored puffer instead of plain black? Urban outfitters are always well stocked with good quality puffer jackets in a variety of lengths and colors so browse online and catch a sale on a bright twist on a winter jacket.

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3. Loud prints

Summer is the time everyone starts throwing out animal prints, with loud bikinis and funky trousers being so fun… why do we put them back in when it’s a bit colder? Keep the prints out and add a tropical vibe to November with a printed Hawaiian jumper or leopard print trousers paired with a black jumper. Depop and Asos have s great selction of printed garments for a good price.

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So there’s three ways to keep the summer vibes going in a Scottish winter. Prints, colors and layers are a sure fire ways to stay summer ready in winter and all three don’t really need a lot of money or work put in. Have fun with these tips and liven up your wardrobe this winter!

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