On Trend & Technology-Friendly
As much as we hate admitting it to ourselves, our phones have become a major part of our day, and taking your gloves off and putting them back on each time you need to use your touch screen device just makes wearing gloves seem pointless. With a touch screen pad on the pointer and thumb of these gloves, you’ll never have to fumble to use your phone again. Plus leopard print is practically a neutral these days! Just don’t allow these to give you a reason to text and drive! Open any fashion magazine right now and you’ll see cool weather fedoras gracing every spread. How fortunate for us that such a major trend has come along that’s also practical! Camel is a hot color this season, pairing well with everything, and the subtle metallic gold chain detail adds a chic, modern touch to this classic hat’s design. Gloves, $16; Hat, $15 at She!...A Unique Fashion Experience, 715 Penn Avenue, West Reading. 610.376.5743
Luxurious & Practical at the Same Time
Winter and luxury do not seem like two words that should be paired together; however, we’ve found a headband and glove combo that can’t be described any other way. Good hair days in the winter can be few and far between, and when we’re finally having one, the last thing we want to do is ruin it with a hat. This fur headband is a great alternative and will still keep you warm! Pair it with the matching fur texting gloves and you’ve got function, warmth and style all in one. Who knew it was possible to feel this luxurious in the freezing temps of winter? Fox headbands, $195; Fox texting gloves, $50 at Pollack Fashion Outerwear, 643 Penn Avenue, West Reading. pollackfurs.com
Animal Appeal
We’ve all been there. Trying to get the kids bundled up and out the door in a timely manner can seem an impossible feat. However, children will run to put on these adorable animal themed hats! They have a warm, soft fleece lining and longer sides to cover your little one’s ears. You’ll also find a name tag inside each one for you to write your child’s name on. Each hat comes with a matching set of mittens, as well. The price is just right on these, especially for when a piece to this set inevitably gets misplaced! Infant and Toddler Animal Themed Hat & Mitten Sets, $10 each at Target. target.com
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For the Diehard Athlete
Diehard runners don’t let the drop in temperature stop them from getting their daily run in, and these pieces are the perfect cold weather accessories for looking fashionable and remaining functional at the same time. With winter comes an end to daylight savings, and that means it isn’t always safe to be running in low visibility conditions. Enter this skull cap and gloves that both have fully integrated LED lights! The hat runs on batteries and the gloves have a USB light that can be recharged just by plugging it into your computer. Now you’ll have no excuses not to drop those post holiday pounds! Saucony Protection Gloves, $40; Nathan Domelight Skull Cap, $30, available in both men’s and women’s sizes at A Running Start, 705 Penn Avenue, West Reading. 610.320.9097, arunningstart.biz
A Chic Pairing for Cold Temps
Slip your hands into these buttery soft leather gloves and all your cold weather woes will just melt away! Leather gloves are the perfect accessory to add a touch of luxury to your look, and this pair also features a ladylike touch with ruffled accents. The cozy cashmere lining adds an extra layer of warmth and comfort, making these a go-to pair in your winter accessory rotation. And with all the dark, gloomy days winter seems to bring, sometimes you feel like you get stuck in a wardrobe rut. Enter this ultra chic hat! Your look is instantly elevated when topped with this vintage looking cloche. With its rich print and understated colors, finding ways to wear this will be much easier than you think! Gloves, $60; Hat, $34 at Charlotte Shoppe, 4600 Penn Avenue, Sinking Spring. 610.678.4800, charlotteshoppe.com
by Andrea Folino | photos by Maria Stamy, Maria Stamy Photography
