Just the smell of leather makes me want to reach for our wallet. And, as I’ve been hitting the shops for some serious holiday browsing, that rich scent is everywhere. I know, I know—you already have a leather jacket, and a statement purse is made from the same stuff. So, to get away with gifting ourselves a little something, especially with the temperature slowly (or, uh, not-so-slowly) falling, I’ve gotten sneaky and found a whole new crop of items in this fine material that aren’t yet in our wardrobe. Trust me, non-traditional leather-made pieces can add just the right splash of toughness to anyone’s arsenal of winter-ready outfits. Not only are these rich and heavy looks totally weather-approp, but also the added details make ’em that much more special. Be a sneaky Santa (to yourself!), because these intricately laser-cut shorts, pastel colored “T-shirts”, and pleated skater dresses are the perfect excuse to stock up on leather that you don’t actually have. If you want to buy some for your loved ones, well, that’s okay, too! 😉

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Christian Louboutin

Morphing Booty

Pony hair round toe wedge pump with scooped bottom and side zip.

• 100mm heel
• Signature red leather sole
• Available in Leopard
• Made in Italy

Working this season’s love of leather is easy in Burberry Brit’s stretch leggings. Style them with knitwear and a felt cape to tap fall’s texture clash trend.

Burberry Brit leggings: black stretch-leather, mid-rise. Concealed zip fastening at side. 100% leather. Specialist clean. Leather: Lamb.

Anyone who’s ever shown up at work with a wet head of snowy hair, blue fingers, and a sore throat know the importance of winter accessories that actually work. Outdoor winter activities (yes, walking to work counts as an activity) can be made extra-bleak if you don’t gear up appropriately—or if you look about as stylish as Bear Grylls. Since I’m betting your day-to-day winter events don’t ever get as extreme as ice fishing in Iceland, I’ve rounded up some winter accessories that will keep you warm and looking as chic as thick yarns will allow. See below to prep for your winter bundling—trust, your fingers will thank you in a month.

Beanies

Forever21 Snowflake Zigzag Beanie, $7.80, available at Forever21; Warehouse Knitted Leopard Beanie, $28, available at Warehouse; Free People Pearl Beaded Beanie, $48, available at Free People.

Winter Hats

Topshop Orange Floppy Fedora, $50, available at Topshop; Zara Hat with Mohair Brim, $29.90, available at Zara; Rag & Bone Dunaway Hat, $150, available at Shopbop.

Blanket Scarves

Theodora & Callum Navajo Blanket Print Scarf, $175, available at Saks; Madewell The Hill-Side Wool Scarf, $126, available at Madewell; BDG Plaid Ruana, $42, available at Urban Outfitters.

Knit Scarves

French Connection Polka Pom Pom Scarf, $98.84, available at ASOS; Odita Knitted Scarf, $46.10, available at Friis Company; Fair+True Zig Zag Scarf, $28.63, available at Fashion-Conscience.

Gloves

Gap ZigZag Glove, $24.95, available at Gap; Dorothy Perkins Tan Leather Stitch Gloves, $25.45, available at Dorothy Perkins; Need Supply Fairisle Long Glove, $38, available at Need Supply.

Mittens

ASOS Oui Non Mitten, $21.56, available at ASOS; Monsoon Fairisle Mittens, $23.86, available at Monsoon; AEO Shimmer Knit Mittens, $15.50, available at AE.

Convertible Gloves

Acne Convertible Wool Gloves, $170, available at Net-a-Porter; Woolrich Hand-Knit Covertible Gloves, $29, available at Woolrich; J.Crew Leopard Glittens, $34.50, available at J.Crew.

Texting gloves

Michael Michael Kors Texting Gloves, $55, available at Michael Kors; Juicy Couture Text Me Leather Gloves, $98, available at Juicy Couture; 2fer Texting Glove, $12.50, available at Delia’s.

LOVE THIS FUR VEST!! PERFECT FOR ANY OCCASION !! IT JUST COSTS $995!!

Panels of lush rabbit fur lend a tiered, textured finish to this chic sleeveless topper.

• Stand collar
• Sleeveless
• Zipper front
• About 28″ from shoulder to hem
• Genuine dyed rabbit fur
• Polyester lining
• Dry clean by a fur specialist
• Imported
• Fur origin: China