R29 Style Picks: Everything We Want To Buy In January
It’s not much of a stretch to say that January can be uninspiring. After a month of festive fun (read: chaos), winding down to a slower pace of life feels like a bump back down to Earth.
Happily, clothes exist to make these boring moments that little bit more fun. Sure, you might find yourself ‘circling back’ on an annoying number of emails and meal-prepping inordinate packed lunches but January also offers up some time to refocus your style.
Will 2023 be the year you finally give neckerchiefs a try? Maybe. Is now your moment to become a hat person? That’s entirely up to you. Whatever you do this month, injecting joy into your wardrobe is an easy way to start the new year off on the right foot.
For some sartorial inspiration for your next scroll through the sales, click through the slideshow ahead to see everything on our style wish lists this January…
At Refinery29, we’re here to help you navigate this overwhelming world of stuff. All of our market picks are independently selected and curated by the editorial team. If you buy something we link to on our site, Refinery29 may earn commission.
It’s not much of a stretch to say that January can be uninspiring. After a month of festive fun (read: chaos), winding down to a slower pace of life feels like a bump back down to Earth.
Happily, clothes exist to make these boring moments that little bit more fun. Sure, you might find yourself ‘circling back’ on an annoying number of emails and meal-prepping inordinate packed lunches but January also offers up some time to refocus your style.
Will 2023 be the year you finally give neckerchiefs a try? Maybe. Is now your moment to become a hat person? That’s entirely up to you. Whatever you do this month, injecting joy into your wardrobe is an easy way to start the new year off on the right foot.
For some sartorial inspiration for your next scroll through the sales, click through the slideshow ahead to see everything on our style wish lists this January…
At Refinery29, we’re here to help you navigate this overwhelming world of stuff. All of our market picks are independently selected and curated by the editorial team. If you buy something we link to on our site, Refinery29 may earn commission.
Maybelle Morgan, Senior EditorIn 2023 I am an elusive woman with a rose-adorned neck. Love the bolero ties on this, for adding a pop of colour amid the January blues.
Falling in at exactly £100, for how comfortable, warm and functional they look, the cost per wear on these TOMS puffer boots will be about £5 by the time the brutal January temperatures let up.
Stepping into the Naked Wolfe Bond Street store is akin to arriving in boot heaven. While the brand might be best known for their ‘Spice’ platforms, these sleek, sexy knee highs are all I need for the winter season.
Naked Wolfe Paige Black Leather, $, available at Naked Wolfe
Kristine Romano, Associate Photo & Design EditorThese silver wavy hoops have captured my heart. They’re the perfect statement earring to complete any look.
Astrid & Miyu Elemental Silver Huggies, $, available at Astrid & Miyu
There’s nothing quite like being swallowed up by a scarf that’s far too big when faced with arctic temperatures. I love this purple and yellow gradient striped number from Bimba y Lola – it’s guaranteed to jazz up even the bulkiest of winter jackets.
Bimba y Lola Purple Striped Scarf, $, available at Bimba y Lola
Need I say anything at all? This top from Of Planet Earth is pure perfection. I’ll take one in every colour, please!
Of Planet Earth Pompeii – Black, $, available at Of Planet Earth
Esther Newman, Affiliate WriterI’m a scrunchie girl through and through so you better believe I need to add this oversized bow to my collection.
ROOP Maddy Bow Scrunchie in Red Taffeta, $, available at ROOP
I will not rest until I get my hands on a pair of chunky, platform Mary Janes.
Charles and Keith Lenox Stitch-Trim Mary Janes – Black, $, available at Charles and Keith
Just look at the colours in this! I’m ready to beat the January blues in outfits as bright as possible from head to toe — starting with Anna Sui’s stunning crochet balaclava.
Anna Sui Crochet Balaclava, $, available at Free People
Sadhbh O’Sullivan, Health & Living EditorWhile I won’t ever get to capsule wardrobe level, I see the appeal of having a kind of uniform. So when I saw my favourite skirt was back in stock but in a grey colourway, I knew I was going to become someone with rotating versions of the same work silhouette.
Uniqlo Smooth Souffle Ribbed Long Skirt, $, available at Uniqlo
December really shook me by the shoulders and said ‘you have no shoes suitable for us’, and it was right to do so. I am rectifying this with some sturdy, waterproof and comfortable lace-ups from TOMS. These work with more practical, stompy outfits and with work ‘fits like the aforementioned pleated skirt.
I love Seb Brown’s signet rings, they are so simple and impactful but far from minimalist. This is my dream ring.
Seb Brown Sterling Silver Lozenge Tourmaline Signet Ring, $, available at Liberty
Venus Wong, Senior Travel WriterThis patterned midi skirt has all the elements I love: a unique floral print, a bold, contrasting border and an asymmetrical hem. It’s a piece of clothing that I can easily see myself wearing into spring, summer and autumn. Bonus points for the elastic waistband, too.
Thought Chandra Tencel Floral Midi Skirt – Rust Red, $, available at Thought
I love the versatility of these earrings: you can dress them up with the freshwater pearl drops when you’re feeling extra fancy or wear the gold hoops on their own as an everyday piece.
Linjer Pearl Huggie Earrings – Kirsten, $, available at Linjer
This velvet cold-shoulder gown is, as the kids say, ‘slay the house down boots’. Who wouldn’t feel like the main character in this dress?
Reiss Velvet Cut Out Shoulder Dress, $, available at Reiss
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