Our Holiday Looks Revolve Around These Affordable Pieces

"Living in New York City, I always like the idea of doing most of my holiday gift shopping in person — choosing a shopping neighborhood (like Soho, Nolita, or Fifth Avenue) and hitting as many stores as I can in one day, trying to check everyone off my list. But walking around the city with increasingly heavy purchases is no joke, which is why my outfits for these gift-shopping endeavors are built with comfort and warmth in mind first. I love to grab an oversized wool coat that hits below the knees, making me feel like I'm wrapped up and cozy. I'll pair that with a cute tote that's roomy enough to carry everything I need for the day and comfy loafers that won't bother my feet even after three hours of walking around. Underneath the coat, I'll throw on a cute red velvet dress and warm tights, so I'm all ready to transition straight from the shops to a friend's holiday party that night. Sounds like a perfect December day to me!" — Helen Murphy, senior editor, branded content