The 42 Best Winter Fashion Finds Under $500, According to a Luxury Shopping Editor

If January’s record-breaking cold weather was any indication of what’s ahead, we’re in for a brutal February, and possibly March. So if you’re looking to make new winter wardrobe purchases, there’s no better time than now. Whether you’re on the market for a wool coat with accompanying winter accessories to keep you warm and toasty on frigid cold days, a cozy cashmere sweater or stylish pair of boots you can dress up or down, or simply, a trendy handbag you can wear year round, there are tons of options you can score without breaking the bank. Ahead, our shopping editor put together a comprehensive list of luxury fashion finds to buy now and wear through the rest of the season and for winters to come. The best part of all? Everything is under $500.

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Best Coats Under $500

Finding a great winter coat under $500 is no easy feat—but believe it or not, there are tons of reasonably-priced wool options designed to keep you warm and insulated on the coldest of days. If you’re looking for a classic camel coat, J.Crew’s tailored Chiara Topcoat is made of a luxe wool-blend fabric with a touch of cashmere and is a top seller for the brand. Or if you want a trendier style, you can’t go wrong with a coat with a funnel neck. I love the look of Cos’s wool-herringbone short coat in cream or Banana Republic’s longer charcoal version.

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Best Jackets Under $500

Like coats, great winter jackets under $500 are hard to come by, but it’s not impossible. If you want a puffer jacket, Aritzia’s best-selling Super Puff line sets the standard. The Super Puff Shorty is a cropped style designed to deliver superior warmth (I’m talking protection up to -4 degrees Fahrenheit), and is less than $250 a pop.

Gap’s faux-fur collared puffer is also a fan-favorite on the internet, boasting an average 4.5-star rating for its stylish design and versatility. Or maybe you’re looking for an elevated topper you can wear for evening outings? Apparis and Mango make beautiful faux-fur and -shearling jackets that up the cozy factor.

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Best Accessories Under $500

The key to braving the winter cold lies in the accessories. And by that, I mean hats that keep your head and ears warm, gloves that prevent your fingers from turning into popsicles, and versatile scarves that can be worn in a variety of ways. Some stylish standouts to consider include a baby blue balaclava from Lisa Yang, a pair of mitten-gloves from our favorite cashmere brand, White + Warren, and the bright red &Daughter foulard our digital style director Roxanne Adamiyatt likes to wear when she wants to make her outfit pop.

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Best Boots Under $500

No winter wardrobe is complete without a few key versatile boots, including knee-high designs, ankle-length pairs, and weather-proof styles. Fortunately, there are tons of comfortable, well-made silhouettes under $500 to choose from to carry you through the second half of the season. We adore everything Loeffler Randall makes—seriously, we’ve yet to meet a boot we didn’t love. Staud’s Wally Boots are another favorite as they come in various colors, finishes, shaft lengths, and heel heights. I also have my eyes on Vince’s shearling bootie with a rubber lug sole for sturdy support and a cozy shearling lining that delivers next-level warmth.

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Best Sweaters Under $500

As far as I am concerned, there’s no such thing as having too many sweaters—especially when the weather outside is this cold. And luckily, you don’t have to spend a fortune to find ones that look and feel amazing. Jenni Kayne, Brochu Walker, and NakedCashmere are among our go-to brands for cashmere knitwear. For a wool option, I love Tercette, which is a small, female-owned business that specializes in yak wool pieces. Here are six sweaters I’ve had in heavy rotation this season:

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Best Dresses Under $500

Cold-weather style doesn’t stop at sweaters—winter dresses deserve just as much attention. You can always count on Me+EM, Boden, and Diane Von Furstenberg for beautiful knitted and textured frocks at a reasonable price, but if you’re someone who gravitates towards patterns, brands like Sea New York or Farm Rio are the move.

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Best Handbags Under $500

We still have another month and a half of winter to go, which means there’s plenty of time left to try this season’s biggest handbag trends. Consider a teal version of our digital style director’s favorite Cuyana bag, a convertible snakeskin top-handle bag from Verified, a dainty evening draw-string pouch from Reformation, and a suede bowling bag from DeMellier.