When it’s this cold, fashion often takes a back seat to survival.
There are some questionable choices on the streets – rain boots or sneakers on ice, mismatched color or pattern gloves and coats, or the brave (foolish?) souls baring their legs in freezing temperatures. Amid the chaos, one group seems to have winter style figured out: women over 70.
This week in Cambridge, I spotted them, effortlessly chic in Russian-style fur hats, elegant leather gloves, heeled snow boots and long, belted coats. Who knew they’d win my fashion award? Maybe some people are born with style, but I suspect years of experience – and a bit of frustration with New England – help refine it.
I can’t help but wish younger generations would trade in their light LL Bean windbreakers, bulky puffers, Ugg boots and hoodie layering for something just as practical but a touch more refined. If only great winter fashion could trickle down through the decades.
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