Heading Into Winter

Dropping temperatures signal that winter is on its way. It is hard to believe that only a few weeks ago we were sporting shorts, sandals and strappy dresses. Now, it is time to pile on the warmth with hats, gloves and scarves.

Not sure what the latest trendsetting styles are in winter accessories? Don’t despair. Our Heading Into Winter fashion guide has got you covered. We will demystify fashion while we attempt to answer that age-old question, how much body heat is lost through the head? 

Not surprisingly, studies vary greatly in terms of body heat lost through the head and fluctuate from 7 percent to 75 percent. Huge margins, right?

While some research indicates there is greater loss of body heat through the head than any other part of the body, other studies debunk that idea altogether. Some write it off as simply a myth indicating that body heat lost is equal for each body part that is exposed to the elements. It seems the key to lost body heat is exposure to the cold, not the body part itself.

Regardless of this controversy, it really comes down to this: Exposed body parts get colder while covered body parts stay warmer. It is as simple as that.

Check out the latest selection of stylish, yet functional fashions listed here and keep your parts covered.

Be sure to take a look at all of the fashion photos in this article and visit the retailers listed for these and other styles of hats, gloves, headbands, scarves and snoods.

Headbands and gloves

Jack Frost might nip at your nose, but your ears will be toasty warm wearing a cashmere jeweled headband by Jane Tran in black or mustard.

For a modern look of a bygone era, wear a snow-colored Wooden Ships flapper headscarf accented with a lovely crocheted flower. Add a pair of snow-colored Wooden Ships Tate button gloves to complete the look. The cute, clip-on red bow is removable. For a versatile look, simply unclip it.

The flapper headscarf is available in gray and is fun and flirty paired with layered fingerless gloves by Wooden Ships in the color gravel.

Hats, snoods and gloves

Merge classic design with trendsetting style and be the most fashion forward of all with a fabulous tweed fedora with contrasting band by Wooden Ships. Slip on a matching snood, and say goodbye to the common scarf.

Wear matching Tate button hat and gloves by Wooden Ships. It is simple, yet stylish. We like the hay color, but other colors are available.

A blast from the past with a trendy look is the flapper hat in a variety of colors.

Fun meets functional with this all-in-one hat-scarf combination by 360 Sweater. It will keep you warm while eliminating the need to keep it all together.

Scarves and Gloves

Nothing says divine like soft fur. Joclyn short rabbit infinity scarf in natural gray is feminine and glamorous. This one-piece fur scarf is nonshedding and fabulous.

A must have for the season? At least one leopard-print piece. This cashmere leopard-print scarf will keep you warm and looking great all winter.

This red-gray-black-and-blue printed scarf by Theo and Callum is as versatile as it is beautiful. Made of 100 percent viscose, it can be worn with jeans or with dressy casual attire.

Striped scarves by Echo Designs are made of a cashmere blend. Bring a little fun and life to your wardrobe.

Keep in touch and keep your hands warm with texting gloves by Echo Designs. Special finger tips made especially for using mobile digital devices allow you to stay connected, but not while driving of course. Made of a cashmere blend, they come in bright colors. Pair a coordinating cashmere blend scarf for a fun fashionable look. Scarves also come in a variety of colors.

Fashions can be found at the following retail stores:

Cha Boutique, 9666 Clayton Road, 314-993-8080

Vie, 9660 Clayton Road, 314-997-0124

Mister Guy, The Women's Store, 9817 Clayton Road, 314-991-5262