10 New York Winter Outfit Ideas Inspired by Celebrities 2025

For every souvenir shop in New York City, there are twice as many well-dressed women; they’re everywhere. I keep a running note on my phone to jot down pieces I spy on others to remember for future shopping trips. (Today, I wrote “green velvet pants”…. You had to be there.) It’s an amazing thing to witness, particularly at this time of year for someone like me that struggles to dress for cold weather. But in New York, there’s no shortage of winter outfit inspiration.

And that brings me here. I keep tabs on what celebrities are wearing out and about for my monthly best-dressed column, so I couldn’t help but notice an influx of fabulous ensembles over the last few months. Ahead, see and shop 10 winter outfits that celebrities have recently worn in New York.

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Layer, Layer, Layer

What’s more NYC than Timberlands? Nothing. If you missed your chance to snatch Emily Ratajkowski’s Mango sweater with a built-in scarf before it sold out in your size, fret not. This outfit formula is easy to make your own with pieces you probably already have in your closet—and her Gap jacket is still shoppable, too.

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Elevate Casual Staples With Leather

Seeing Nosferatu changed me as a human, and I’ve been watching Lily-Rose Depp’s laidback style with a keen eye since then. Her Y2k-esque Chanel bag will live on my wish list forevermore.

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Double Down on Denim

I haven’t stopped thinking about this 2002 Roberto Cavalli denim skirt set since Bella Hadid wore it in December 2024. Unfortunately, the exact ensemble is hard to come by, but you can take inspiration and double down on denim for an instantly chic outfit formula this winter. Plus, Hadid’s exact glasses are available to shop for just $27.

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Invest in a Faux Fur Jacket and Tights

I, for one, am certainly not brave enough to wear denim cut-offs in the dead of winter, but damn, Suki Waterhouse does make me want to try it. This is a look fit for a rockstar straight out of Daisy Jones & The Six.

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Tailor Your Look to Perfection

Brooke Shields was my first girl crush for her role in Disney Channel’s 2005 flick Bob the Butler, a movie that seemingly only my sister and I watched. All these years later, she’s still a vision in a fitted suit and metallic pumps.

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Keep It Classy

Leather pants? Check. Sunglasses? Check. Black boots? I wouldn’t be caught dead without ’em. Olivia Munn’s timeless outfit is as replicable as they come. Don’t be afraid to play around by adding fun accessories.

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Play With Power Prints

This looks like a chic outfit one of my coworkers would stroll into the ELLE offices wearing—you know, the kind that makes you try a little harder the next day. Follow Kerry Washington’s lead and invest in a striped dress that adds dimension to your wardrobe.

Borrow From the Boys

More! Women! Wearing! Ties! I love to see it. And the zip-up hoodie? Now that’s a fashion trend I can really get behind. I’m inspired by every one of Rosé’s ensembles. This is just another flawless look to add to her ever-growing list.

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Put Comfort First

Katie Holmes is an underrated, low-key style icon. Doesn’t this just prove it? A big, shearling-trimmed coat like Holmes’ is a tentpole item for cold-weather dressing. While comfortable sneakers are a must-have for getting around New York City.

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Extend the Life of Seasonal Pieces

Not every summer frock can be translated through the winter, but Olivia Palermo’s look is a masterclass in doing so. When layering a dress, opt for a turtleneck or tights underneath to stay warm.

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