Students Stay Cozy, Stylish with Pop of Color in Winter

By Arianna Vasson’26 Editor-in-Chief

Injecting personality into your cold-weather school style can be challenging, especially when all you want to wear are oversized hoodies and flannel pajamas. However, fashion trends at Miss Porter’s School allow students to effortlessly stay chic and stylish in their winter-weather wardrobes.

From chunky knit scarves to oversized cable-knit sweaters, Porter’s students have found ways to intertwine warmth and style with their winter attire.

Notably fashionable students on campus, Storey Shefferman ’26, Milla Perlman ’25 and Princess-Larrine Moore ’26 shared their opinions and insights on ways to indulge in warmth and texture during the dark yet festive seasonal days.

On campus, even on days with ample snow and ice, students find ways to bring pops of color and fashion into the dark weather.

“What strikes me most about the Porter’s community, compared to other schools I see or my hometown, is the abundance of color,” Shefferman said. “There's color throughout the winter, and I think that's a beautiful thing.”

This vibrant approach to winter fashion not only brightens the campus but also reflects the individuality and creative spirit of the Porter’s community. Bright hues seen in puffer coats, colorful scarves and statement shoes serve as a reminder that although it is frosty, style and self-expression can bring warmth and energy to the coldest days.

“The main thing for me is good materials,” Perlman said, “materials that are actually good for me, like cotton, cashmere, and items with a more natural composition—things that I’ll keep forever.”

Timeless essentials are also a staple in the Porter’s community during the gloomy stretch of winter. For students across campus, selecting forever collectibles is a chic, sustainable way to stay stylish in the winter.

Even so, students often retreat into comfort, choosing cozy pajamas over curated outfits. Shefferman also observes, “It's been a pajama pants and L.L. Bean boots-centric winter—a boarding school classic for time immemorial.” Effortless outfits range from casual loungewear to chic, put-together ensembles, yet students across campus still find ways to express themselves through their attire.

Moore ’26 has discovered a clever way to incorporate warm-weather pieces into her winter wardrobe.

“I am someone who personally likes to wear skirts and dresses, and while I want to be cute, I do not want to freeze my tail off,” Moore comments. “So, I have personally been wearing fleece-lined, skin-colored stockings—they are so cute and elevate almost all of my outfits.”

Opting for stylish add-ons to cold-weather staples is the key to braving the cold without sacrificing style. Winter in the Northeast makes ordinary tasks (such as curating an outfit) much more difficult, especially when the priority is warmth. It is a daunting task to prioritize fashion while staying toasty, but Porter’s students still manage to showcase their undeniably chic, versatile winter style despite the chilly season.

Storey Shefferman

Best Layering Hacks for New England Winters: Uniqlo base layers and synthetic fabrics for optimal warmth and moisture control.

Winter Trend Obsession: Sparkles, deep purple, and sheer fabrics for a stylish seasonal touch.

The Ultimate Cozy Outfit for Snow Days: A pair of MoonBoots, cable-knit pants, a vintage APC sweater, an Arc’teryx beanie, and a printed puffer jacket.

Milla Perlman

Best Layering Hacks for New England Winters: White long sleeve tees under everything. I love a good white collar peeking out of a sweater. Winter Trend Obsession: Fringe on everything, playing with texture!

The Ultimate Cozy Outfit for Snow Days: Jeans, western boots, turtle neck, wool coat, + scarf

Princess-Larrine Moore

Best Layering Hacks for New England Winters: Fleece-lined, skin-colored stockings.

Winter Trend Obsession: Pink jackets and coats.

The Ultimate Cozy Outfit for Snow Days: UGGs, flare leggings, a cute long-sleeve top or a crewneck, layered with a vest, and a beanie!