Winter glow-up: 5 must-try fashion moves to break gray crowd

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Winter glow-up: 5 must-try fashion moves to break gray crowd

Winter fashion wardrobe 2026 (collage: RBC‑Ukraine)

Author: Kateryna Ivaniuk

Winter is no reason to blend in with the crowd and stick to only muted looks. This season, designers offer five trends that help you look stylish, on-trend, and stand out even on gray winter days, according to RBC‑Ukraine fashion editor Kateryna Sobkova.

Winter 2025–2026 trends

Eco-fur coat

Eco-fur has remained a staple of winter collections for several seasons. This winter, oversized mid-length coats in classic shades such as cream, chocolate, gray, and black are especially popular.

They look luxurious, provide warmth, and pair easily with both jeans and evening outfits. An eco-fur coat instantly elevates an outfit, adding polish and impact even to the simplest styling.

Winter glow-up: 5 must-try fashion moves to break gray crowd
Faux fur coats are trending (photo: instagram.com/sylviemus_)

Collarless blazer

Another standout trend this season is the collarless blazer, which looks minimalist and modern. It creates a clean silhouette and adds a subtle architectural feel to the outfit.

These blazers work equally well in business and casual looks. They are styled with turtlenecks, cashmere sweaters, or even layered over dresses. It is an ideal choice for those who appreciate understated elegance and distinctive details.

Winter glow-up: 5 must-try fashion moves to break gray crowd Collarless blazers and jackets (photo: instagram.com/frannfyne)

Classic wool coat

Classic style is back in the spotlight. Wool coats with a straight or slightly tailored fit are a flawless foundation of a winter wardrobe. The most popular shades are gray, beige, navy, and black.

This type of coat easily adapts to any style, from business to casual. It adds a sense of polish, visually elongates the silhouette, and stays relevant for more than one season.

Winter glow-up: 5 must-try fashion moves to break gray crowd Classic wool coats are in fashion (photo: instagram.com/elisabethbento)

Cashmere sweater

A cashmere sweater is an investment in comfort and style. This winter, clean and understated designs are in trend, with no extra decoration, featuring crew or V necklines, as well as high neck styles.

Winter glow-up: 5 must-try fashion moves to break gray crowd
Solid-color sweater (photo: instagram.com/anoukyve)

They are worn with tailored trousers, jeans, skirts, or layered under blazers. Cashmere adds softness and refinement to the look while remaining a practical choice for cold weather.

Winter glow-up: 5 must-try fashion moves to break gray crowd High‑neck sweater (photo: instagram.com/anoukyve)

Midi leather skirt

Leather and faux leather continue to hold their place among winter trends, and midi-length skirts in these materials have become a true must-have of the season. They look stylish and feminine and pair easily with warm sweaters, shirts, or blazers.

The most popular shades are black, brown, and burgundy, which add depth and character to an outfit. This type of skirt works well for both everyday and more festive looks.

Winter glow-up: 5 must-try fashion moves to break gray crowd Leather skirts (photo: instagram.com/annelauremais)

This season, winter fashion focuses on quality, versatility, and striking details.

Eco-fur coats, collarless blazers, classic wool coats, cashmere sweaters, and midi leather skirts help create stylish outfits that feel current and stand out from the gray winter routine.

Winter glow-up: 5 must-try fashion moves to break gray crowd Midi skirt in faux leather (photo: instagram.com/annelauremais)