Winter Capsule Wardrobe Essentials for FREEZING COLD Winters (10 items!) ❄️

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In today's video I'm sharing my top 10 winter wardrobe essentials for ACTUAL cold winters. I live in Canada, so I think I know a thing or two about layering winter outfits, how to keep warm on the coldest days, and how to not fall down on ice. I don't think you need too many things to stay warm and stylish in the winter! What are your winter wardrobe essentials?
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black signature chinese silk shirt (large) bit.ly/3jkFvR2
navy mens mongolian cashmere sweater (med) bit.ly/3GvSV62
cream mongolian cashmere ribbed sweater (small) bit.ly/3Vdp4mP
Charcoal cashmere cardigan (xs) bit.ly/3hIc9M0
Camel coat (old, similar brand) bit.ly/3Wp8UYy
similar coat bit.ly/3joyA9C
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Heat tech bit.ly/3WA9Ut2
Fleece grey sweatpants bit.ly/3HOuulf
Fleece grey hoodie bit.ly/3FNapJe
Black blazer bit.ly/3G5k3Z7
similar blazer bit.ly/3xGMGIa
Black trousers (similar) bit.ly/3rNs39H
Black turtleneck (similar) bit.ly/3VjZIU9
Green turtleneck bit.ly/3CmxPDA
Herringbone coat bit.ly/3nyR0UE
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Canada goose (thrifted, similar) bit.ly/3FNpmeB
Norden parka bit.ly/3WCevLh
Uniqlo down vest bit.ly/3HVY0FB
Roots cabin toque bit.ly/3YBWyy6
Roots cabin mittens bit.ly/3YDMKDO
Cashmere gloves bit.ly/3G6zrVg
Black beanie bit.ly/3HMSPYC
Tmax Ice Queen Boots bit.ly/3jlCBLE
Kamik Rogue Mid Boots bit.ly/3BTd8jb
Doc martens bit.ly/3jj87tQ
Ganni chelsea boots bit.ly/3V4ddHF
Cashmere scarf (old, similar) bit.ly/3v75XA9
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I'm Christina, friendly neighbourhood human on the internet slash pharmacist. You may have previously known me as Style Apotheca. I'm living in Toronto, Canada and on my channel you'll find me on my journey towards minimalism, being content with less, recovery from a shopping addiction, and my journey towards financial freedom from over $120,000 in student loan debt. Thank you SO much for watching and taking the time out of your day to support my channel. A little thumb always helps support me!

[@Christinamychas]

I forgot to mention merino wool in this video! It’s a soft and cozy fave!

[@slpmtlfavs8797]

Oh man, merino is a must! I would even consider adopting a sheep!

[@kathrinjanfeld7739]

@@slpmtlfavs8797 😂

[@wannabe41]

I prefer Marino wool over cashmere. It has more structure than cashmere and I like that.

[@sandraaylward9821]

Great Canadian brand for responsibly - sourced merino wool: Icebreaker

[@sanhay4197]

For once a video of winter clothes I can relate to. With most winter clothing videos I'm just left with the thought of "but that's my summer wardrobe".

[@dstern5859]

Thanks from Alberta!🇨🇦

[@user-ih4fd9sf8x]

Yes, some of them have short pants or capri without long socks, im like… 😒 thats not realistic. This video is actually helpful

[@jlb101]

I just thrifted the sweetest wool grey herringbone jacket from my DADS CLOSET!! And it's the perfect oversized fit. I almost cried when I put it on. I also found wads of 100s in the pockets, but I gave those back 😏

[@lealeilani9256]

can you do a video about all the things you added to your wardrobe in 2022? would be interesting to see how many pieces a minimalist adds :)

[@alamedadanceparty]

The best tips. Finally, a real winter wardrobe video. Bravo. I took notes. I’m a Californian living in the UK, trying to adjust to cold, rainy winters.

[@courtotron1278]

I'm from Calgary, and it is currently -30 with a wind chill of -40 I believe and this is quite helpful haha.

[@heathermaclean7704]

Me too! When it's that cold, I don't care what I look like. The more the layers, the better.

[@dstern5859]

Yup, from Edmonton and we are slowly coming out of a really cold week too!

[@33Jenesis]

Salt stain on leather boots is my pet peeve. I wear Icebreaker, Terramar wool skin, and Wicked Wool base layer when winter hiking/snowshoeing in high altitude. I have 2 down mini skirts to wear over jeans and pants to keep bum warm. I also wear down gaiter under pant leg. It is amazing how a thin layer of down can keep core temp. I just bought a pair of down filled pants on Amazon because the power of thin layer of down to cold proof. In winter I feel like an accessory shop. Every time before going out, I put on hat, scarf, glove liner, and mittens (also balaclava if windy). Every time I enter indoor space, I take them off. I have a foldable shopping bag in my tote just for keeping these in one place so that I don’t lose any.

[@katb7375]

I took a travel contract in Alaska. When we got here, it was summer and loved it so much, we decided to extend over the winter. Even though I’m from Montana, I wasn’t prepared for how many outdoor activities still happen out here in the winter. Your winter tips have been a life saver when spending hours outside watching the Aurora. Thanks for all you do!

[@SnowPrincessSally]

I've always wanted to see the northern lights. I think I saw them really faintly earlier this year outside my window for the very first time but I love how beautiful they are in Alaska. I live in Pennsylvania so the northern lights rarely make it this far south.

[@withCy]

I live in Canada as well and the packable down vest (actually I usually wear a thrifted packable down jacket) allows me to wear my pretty wool coat all* winter. Honestly game changer. *I still wear a parka if it’s heavily precipitating so my pretty wool coat doesn’t smell like a wet dog lol

[@Christinamychas]

Wowwww that’s goals! I’m in a parka most myself - I’m a wimp in the cold haha

[@Kaori57]

I see a few Albertans in the comments already, hahaha. It's miserable over here. I also work in a shipping warehouse so I'm constantly getting exposed to the cold winds. The Uniqlo heattech has helped me SO MUCH. I also have a heattech scarf that is super cozy. :) Great tips though! I need to get some of those fur insoles. Even with wool socks, my toes have been getting so cold.

[@Christinamychas]

Stay warmies!

[@AlexLouiseWest]

Thank you. I find your tips useful for England too. Our outdoor temperatures are generally higher than yours but a lot of us can't heat our houses properly, so we may not fully warm up. I'm also just about to sing in a cold medieval church. Layers are essential.

[@Christinamychas]

😢 thinking of you!

[@AlexLouiseWest]

@@Christinamychas Thank you. There are certainly others far, far worse off than I am, but life is a bit precarious sometimes.

[@snejanastratieva8444]

Thanks for the stylish outfit ideas! 😊 From another east European living in cold Canada (Montreal)

[@Jennie8684]

Thanks for the video. I live in the Central Highlands of Victoria, Australia. Our Winters are freezing by Australian standards, and warm by Canadian standards. Most Winter days are about +5C - +10C with nights around -4C - +2C. We don’t get much snow (none this year, usually 2-3 days each Winter), but frost is common as is drizzle and the windchill can reduce temperatures by up to 10C. Over the past 2 years I’ve bought 3 wool/cashmere coats from Canada as they’re warm enough for our coldest days, stylish and affordable. I also have a Patagonia Puffer for walks around the lake or when it’s raining. Cashmere scarves, and merino or cashmere jumpers with a long sleeve T are enough and there’s no need for long John’s/thermals. Boots that cope with the cold/ice combined with thick wool socks round things out. I don’t wear hats, gloves or mittens. Hoods and pockets are sufficient. For me, my Canadian coats (Aritzia) have been a game changer as Australian coats are not quite warm enough for my climate. Once I tried on a Canada Goose coat and almost melted: way too warm for our climate.

[@ellybea68]

Great video and it’s good to see someone cover dressing for the cold in so much detail. I’m from Canberra in Australia. Our winters are mild by your standards but still on the cool side. Winter days can go up to 10-12 degrees in the day and slipping below zero to about minus 5 degrees at night. The big killer is wind chill but I’m sure you have to deal with that too. I live in a black cashmere sweater and black puffy jacket in winter. I walk my dog every morning so a puffy , beanie and gloves are my go-to essentials. I don’t ski any more but my husband still does and we go to overseas ski resorts so I’m used to layering up for the snow. The coldest place I’ve been to is - you guessed it - Canada!

[@Biancaleigh693]

Hello fellow Canberran. The past two days were so cold that these tips are helpful for even now XD

[@Aileenwasright]

Thank you for the Kamik recommendation. First moved to a climate with snow last year and I was not prepared in the shoe department haha. I have been looking for something that isn’t super bulky but that I also won’t mind getting a little dirty when I walk my dog. REI had some good deals on them and I snagged a pair. The convenient zipper sold me as I hate having to lace and unlace when I’m just trying to run out the door.

[@patjohnson6147]

Very good! Nice warm waterproof boots. I live in the Arizona desert. When it rains. I should have one of those nice weatherproof warm boots.

[@laurenmw9629]

When I lived in Ontario (I’m in BC now), I wore leggings or tights under jeans and found that pretty warm, and it kept the wind at bay. At some temperatures there’s no way you’re not going to feel it when out for an extended period of time 😅

[@lizasoliman723]

currently in Chicago it is -1°F/-18°C -and with the windchill... -25°F/-32°C i grew up here & you just blew my mind with *wool sole inserts.* thank you!

[@ronnie-lynn]

Perfect timing! We are -36 over here in Alberta this morning! Without windchill. 💨 hope your keeping warm over on the east coast! ❤

[@Christinamychas]

Eek! I hope you don’t have to go outside today!!

[@dstern5859]

Yup, it’s pretty nasty here in Edmonton this week. I think we are finally coming out of this arctic front-finally! 🎉

[@corastauber8316]

I am happy to see a realistic Canadian winter styling. I often see, even some Canadian content creators, showing a wool coat as the solution saying no parkas. Come on, we go to -20 on average in the winter.

[@smacd1534]

‘Marks Work Warehouse’ and ‘CBC’ in one video? You are a Canadian Ice Queen. The boots are aptly named!! But really, mentioning the the grip on those boots was truly helpful. Thanks!

[@Christinamychas]

😂😂 if only I could squeeze a Peter Mansbridge and Mr Dressup mention in there

[@oliviamayumi]

I live in Sao Paulo, Brazil and while it's currently summer, our winters seem like they're getting colder every year. I remember the lowest temps being around 8°C as a kid, now they're around 3°C. Obviously nothing to a Canadian but none of our buildings have heating which means you really have to rely on warm clothes in the winter, even at home or work. I'm especially awful at dealing with the cold though, so these tips are actually useful 😅 I got merino socks for a trip to Patagonia and just ended up wearing them at home all the time. Got an alpaca sweater there too and it's a lifesaver!

[@jillianhall8803]

I've lived in southern California for my whole life so most of these items/layering is not necessary for the winter, but I so enjoyed watching and learning how to layer correctly. So interesting!

[@MsGlitterBombz]

The hoodie sweatpants coat boots combo is actually quite stylish and cool

[@puffinpillow9419]

Californian now living in Eastern Europe with cold, rainy winters/springs, definitely since last winter when changing to wool socks I was amazed by how much warmer they were than the fluffy, soft polyester socks I thought had been warm! Boy was I wrong. Even thin wool socks are way warmer even though they don't look like it. Will be looking for more natural materials from now on. Have also noticed they're way more breathable (wool, silk, cotton). Nothing beats nature's thousands of years of evolution on those sheep/silkworm cocoons/plants I guess.

[@aciarnable]

I moved from Victoria to Nova Scotia a few years ago and was prompted to invest in my first real winter coat! I personally hate the feeling of long underwear or leggings under my pants, even if they’re thin, so I opted for a down puffer coat that hits just below mid calf. I find this keeps me warm on the coldest winter days when paired with winter boots and allows me to wear pants normally.

[@reneeschwartz6555]

Super-helpful video, especially the boot recommendations. Thank you!

[@KL-uf2vd]

I live in a tropical country (planning to spend my Christmas in a beach). Dont know why Im watching this. Lol

[@alixgoetzinger7362]

I’ve never been this early omg I love your videos! ❤ Keeping me inspired to love my wardrobe in every season🙌🏼 and also really appreciating the cold weather content for those of us suffering at the hands of this arctic outflow😅

[@Christinamychas]

Arctic indeed omg! 🥶

[@zenabraithwaite1934]

UK here. Thermal later underneath, gloves, puffa coat, hat , scarf, muffler. ❄️🤣

[@sara2382]

Anyone else start singing "walking on broken glass" about those boots?

[@TheLifeTidy]

I live in Montana USA, so my winter wardrobe essentials are very similar to yours. LOL only thing I would add is a pair of cozy warm slippers for around the house and a good travel cup that actually keeps your coffee warm when you are outside. I mean that's not technically part of the wardrobe, but it's definitely an essential accessory. 😊 I am going to look into the WindRiver boots! My oldest son is into ice fishing and frequently invites us and those would be perfect for that!

[@margaretames6522]

I have a down parka but I also have a full length down coat for even colder weather. When I lived in New York City, part of commute was on a ferry. On sunny mornings, I wore my long down coat, sat on the east facing outdoor bench and had my coffee.

[@BuellaPearl515]

Soooooooo helpful! ❤ and answer to my prayers! Lol. I just thought the other day I would love for someone in a colder climate to give realistic and practical advise on winter essentials. And here you are. Love your content. Ty. Supposed to be -40F (with windchill) jn the next few days. 🥶

[@Christinamychas]

Omgggg stay warm!!! What’s with this weather? It’s like Jan/feb weather right now! 😭

[@pamb2868]

Thank you for this video. It’s going to get cold in Georgia where I live. I used to live in Ohio. And we moved south to get away from the cold. I was going to wear a blouse and jeans. But I’m afraid it will be too cold when I go out with the dogs. And to feed the cats. I fond a velour like jogging suit in my closet. I may wear that to stay warm. I could wear my blouse under my blue cashmere sweater with jeans and leggings under my jeans. My daughter and her family always complain it’s too hot in my house. So I will be turning the heat down. So they will freeze me to death, anyway. I might order a pair of fleece liner leggings. Then it will never be this cold here again. But I will buy some, just in case.I might do that, I have puffer jackets. And I’ve seen some wool coats that I like. Thanks for this video. I have forgotten what all to wear when it’s cold. It’s been a few years. And my blood has thinned. I can’t handle the cold anymore. 😊

[@candiceg9338]

Love this video! So practical! Fleece lined leggings is my no. 1 go to along with a long insulated parka and tall sorel boots. I’m quite a bit north of Toronto and we always get at least 4 feet of snow!!

[@mansoor3159]

Hey! Christina your vlogs are too too too wonderful and I really love your vlogs so so much you're looking too too pretty in all haul and I wish you reach 200K Subscribers very very soon!✨💞☺️

[@evalindell2757]

I live in Sweden but don’t have the cold weather you do, normally. But this winter We have had soo bad/cold weather. I have already bought a pair of boots big enough for thick wool socks and looking for alternativs for my hands. This was such a good video for me! I though I needed to compromise on how to look, but now I have several ideas of how I can layer and tackle the harsh weather! Thank You! ❤️

[@butwhataboutemma]

Came at the right time! It's -26 with a feel like of -43 right now where I'm at, so I'm alawys looking for cute warm and cozy clothes!

[@sophie-annevachon487]

The best video out there for real winter dressing. Thank you so much!!

[@MsLina135]

Hello, from Miami, FL, currently 77° but dropping to a brisk 40 this weekend 🤗 great primer on the whole layering thing. I travel for work to cold places and I never know how to stay warm and still look stylish. Love your channel 😎

[@elena_a-2023]

Thanks for this information. Luckily for me I live in Los Angeles, California, USA. Although, it has been chilly lately (54-60! It is cold for us). I wear light coats in the winter time. Layers is always the best options. Unfortunately I can’t wear wool, alpaca, or cashmere. I am allergic to it. I try cotton and sometimes polyester. I love Uniqlo! One of favorite stores!

[@celiathirlwall3329]

Hi Christina! It's -30C here again today (-40C with windchill in Western Canada). I too saw that Marketplace episode and went out and bought the WindRiver IceFX soled boots. Mine are in the taupe color. Gosh they're warm and cozy and I haven't slipped on the ice either! I've enjoyed your videos this year! Have a Merry Christmas!!

[@dstern5859]

I saw that episode too! So glad to hear your review on your pair of boots! Love your content! Thank you-from Edmonton❤

[@zigm7420]

My go-to winter items are an insulated raincoat and waterproof boots, since cold rain is our main winter weather here in the Pacific NW.

[@vt1527]

The climate where I’m from is more moderate, but it still gets to the minus degrees in winter ❄️ I recently bought black leather Chelsea boots which are completely lined in shearling and I couldn’t be happier with them! They have quite good tread and work much better with my outfits style wise than my heavier winter boots

[@SnowPrincessSally]

I live in the northeastern US (initially western Massachusetts, now Pennsylvania) and I've always wanted to experience cold temperatures. These would be good ideas if I ever got to experience -40 or -50 degrees. My friends are often shocked at how cold tolerant I am (even my boyfriend who loves winter is amazed, he was shocked at how much heat I produce the first time he hugged me). I can walk around in minus-20 Celsius temperatures wearing just a sleeveless dress and scarf and feel perfectly comfortable and minus-30 Celsius wearing a hat, coat, and gloves and feeling perfectly fine being outside in it for hours. I've always wanted to experience actual cold, like at least minus-40 or colder, ideally minus-70 or colder.

[@amma7244]

North of wpg -30c but -44c with windchill. Yup winter gear means something different in Canada☃️

[@alexiscarroll7159]

This video was so helpful, thank you!

[@lanadov945]

I love your shoes!

[@laura6796]

Cute options for staying warm!

[@ColleenJoudrey]

I'm in NS and our winters are "damp-cold" and usually range from 9c to -20, Sometimes within the same 24h period. I get cold easily so layers and knits are my jam and I never skimp on boots or mittens.

[@Christinamychas]

Same!

[@cornishsunflower963]

Great video thank you! My winter essential is a heated gilet. Such a game changer. It makes any overlayer even warmer! Have a great Christmas x

[@Christinamychas]

Omg I need to look this up! Merry Christmas my friend! 🎄❤️

[@cornishsunflower963]

@@Christinamychas it’s a game changer! Merry Christmas to you too ❄️🎄☃️🤩

[@sarahmiley6569]

This was a great video

[@tammyjones6779]

I'm in regina Saskatchewan. -30 with windchill is-40. So it is perfect 👌 for me.

[@2PuppyProductions]

I live in Edmonton Alberta where it is VERY cold for a good few months of the year. Thanks for all the tips. I use a lot of them already but will add wearing a vest underneath my wool coats when I want to have a bit more of a stylish option and not freeze to death lol!

[@LizSteeves]

I live in BC (Vancouver area) and we had -21 with the windchill this week. Our winters seem to get colder every year. Thanks for the great tips!

[@angelamelum4304]

We moved to South Dakota from Washington State. Everyone kept telling me how cold it gets so when I found wool and cashmere at the thrift store or garage sales I bought it. Apparently I’m a natural at dressing warm because I apparently overdo it. Trying to figure out how many layers to put on.

[@KayleeLoves]

Uniqlo also has heat tech shirts with cotton lining now. I haven't tried them because I love the original version.

[@Mmmnnn322]

What color are the Aritzia sweatpants and hoodie?

[@kimidoodles]

Winter in my region ranges from mild to slightly less mild. It hardly ever gets under 0 degrees. I discovered merino wool this year and it’s my favorite for thin layers.

[@imaginativecreativeyou8890]

Great information thanks for the recommendation

[@ros8986]

Merino wool - warm, soft, no itch, cheaper than some other wools.

[@Christinamychas]

Yes!! I forgot to mention!

[@ShadowyLady82]

I live in Ottawa, Canada and maybe I'm the only one who is this way but I wear my wool coats way more than my parka. I reserve the parka for -25C or lower or if we have blowing snow conditions. Beyond that I just much prefer the look of a wool coat and i wear those layered under with merino wool + more wool. We have many frigid winter days in Ottawa and I hate the look of parkas too much to wear them that often. Like you said, some of it has to do with personal style too. I'm nice and toasty in my wool coats :)

[@Christinamychas]

Wowwww honestly I’m super impressed! Haha

[@belindabarbour382]

In Melbourne, Australia; winter is defined by the black Kathmandu or Macpac puffer. Its hilarious to see them moving in packs like black clouds of doom and gloom 😂

[@myname7303]

I soo agree about the blazers. Christina I’ve always wanted to buy that agency blazer because I loved the look on you. Normally I would buy it but I waited and waited and I put it on my wish list. Finally I was not sure if I would ware it a lot so I went to thrift store and bought myself wool blazer for $6…. I’m testing it now. How often I reach for it and if I will I might decide to go for that angency blazer one day but so far my wool $6 blazer works just fine

[@Christinamychas]

Sooo good!

[@faeriesmak]

I live in Wisconsin so this was very helpful. How did I not know about insulated insoles before???? I need some of those! Also..your winter boots are really cute. I have a pair of OLD Rocket Dog boots that are leather/suede and they are getting very stiff and need to be replaced. They are also outdated! Other than that I wear lined Minnetonka moccasins all winter. They are the only thing that keeps my feet warm…but not too warm so that they sweat and then freeze.

[@rinex1355]

Any thoughts on shearling jackets/coats? I live in a far milder climate and I find my shearling jacket too warm! It's by far my warmest jacket, even over my puffers. When I went to Norway in winter, I layered 2 puffer coats on top of each other.🤣 Of course those were probably not nearly as warm coats as what you have.

[@caitie226]

as an australian... fascinating

[@jh-lt1ob]

"My butt doesn't really trust them." 🤣

[@luanacyranka835]

Thank you for these amazing tips! I clicked on the link to get the Ice queen boots but it's unavailable, I was wondering if you might know another place where I could find them? I searched on google but couldn't find a thing =(

[@marinamariy7950]

Hi! What size of norden parka are you wearing? Looks great!

[@MsNanny97]

Hi Christina! Can I ask you what size do you wear in the Uniqlo down jacket? 🥰

[@Christinamychas]

XS!

[@meghanludwig5080]

Any tailor recommendations in Toronto?

[@Discoqueen49]

Magic Tailor at Queen and Church! They added panels into a leather jacket for me and they did a great job!

[@marcellaxx9936]

Polyester actually keeps you dry and warm whereas cotton absorbs sweat.

[@mrsd9152]

Did you just say Canada goose for 40 dollars????? Like wtaf 😂😂😂😂

[@Amy-601]

Yes 🙌!! “ come as you are, as you were, as I want u to be…” RIP 🪦 Kurt C0b@in ! Love ❤️ the video & all of the tips- hugs 🤗, Amy