Men's Winter Style Guide

When it comes to winter clothing,  most men are more concerned with function than form (just the opposite of women).  That being said, it's inexcusable to look like a total fashion victim when you leave the house.  Winter poses a problem for practical-minded men who want to be comfortable and warm and have trouble making this stylish at the same time. We're here to tell you it's possible to look great and stay warm  this winter. Read on for all of our suggestions.

Top Picks

Pea Coat  This classic coat style works well with casual clothes, office clothes, and your full weekend wardrobe. Best colors: black,  gray  and navy.  Looks terrific paired with a turtleneck sweater.	Boots  Winter boots are great to wear when trekking into work through the snow or going for a hike- every man should own. a heavy-duty pair. Look for brands that hit higher on the leg so they don't let the snow in. Kenneth Cole,  Coach  and Dsquared2  all make this style.	Sweaters  From hoodies  to v-necks,  having sweaters for casual and business wear will keep you warm this winter. Don't forget about sweater vests,  which can look seriously stylish with a white button-down shirt.  Pair with anything: jeans,  corduroys  or grey flannel trousers.	Suits  For wintertime, consider darker colors like grey or black. Make sure that your pants are low enough to cover your legs so no wind and cold can get in, and purchase jackets in heavier fabrics like herringbone,  flannel  and tweed.	Zip Front Sweater  Much cooler than your dad's cardigan, these can be made out of cozy fabrics like fleece  and can look good dressed up or down. Wear with anything except your suit pants.

Layer It Up!

Thermals  Also known as long underwear.  Best friend of the outdoor sportsman. Consider thermal shirts and pants on those especially cold days when you need to make a long trek outdoors to work.	Socks  Even when some snow sneaks into the boots, wool socks  will keep your feet warm and dry. Get stylish with some argyle  or black dress socks.  They can be pulled up enough to cover most of your legs and keep you insulated.	Wool Henley  A great layering piece; it can be worn under a sweater or over a long-sleeved tee.  Best paired with casual pants such as jeans. This type of shirt has lots of styles and colors available.

Accessories

Hats  Keep that noggin warm with a comfy ski cap  or a newsboy hat.  For fancier outings, consider a fedora  (they are definitely in fashion right now) or Kangol cap.	Handkerchief  This is the newest thing in men's fashion--not to wear so much as to tuck into a square and place in the pocket of your suit jacket.  Depending on how bold you are feeling, consider polka dots  or stripes.	Sunglasses  Don't underestimate the brightness of the winter sun! Pick up a nice pair of sunglasses to complement your style. Consider picking up multiple pairs to last you throughout the year, otherwise get a durable pair for all seasons.	Scarf  Men's scarves are still very much in fashion. A nice silk  or cotton knit scarf  can accent a stylish winter coat  or long-sleeved shirt. Be sure to wear it in an artful way - there are lots of different styles to consider.

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External Links

• Forbes.com: Selects the ten coolest US ski resorts.
• Frommers.com: Lists the best Caribbean beaches if you want to escape the cold for awhile.
• Suite101.com: Men's style tips for 2009/2010.