Fashion Trends From Beyonce, Kerry Washington, Gabrielle Union and Lupita Nyong'o: 10 Essential Pieces That Will Keep You Warm And Stylish All Season Long! : MStarsNews

Baby it's cold outside! This cold winter weather calls for must-have layering pieces you can mix and match to look stylish while staying warm.

By investing in these essential pieces, you'll have the fashionable style that you're looking for, and you'll be able to create a wide array of outfits. After all, experimenting with new looks that are inspired by runway fashion in the world's most stylish cities, such as Paris and New York, can be very fun and fulfilling. The goal is to be creative when putting together your looks.

Don't let the cold weather put a damper on your style. The key pieces listed here can be worn in many different ways in order to achieve many different looks. Think outside the box and have fun! By incorporating the following pieces into your wardrobe, you will be ready to face the winter weather all season long.

1. A Bright-Colored Coat

Add a pop of color to any outfit by wearing a bright-colored coat. Since your coat is the first thing everyone sees, why not make a statement? Try colors like cobalt blue, mustard yellow, deep rust, bold purple or bright red.

2. Sweaters

Sweaters are essential pieces to have in your winter wardrobe. Layer them over blouses or t-shirts for extra warmth. If you want to dress up your look, accessorize with a chunky necklace and bracelets.

3. Cardigans

Wear a long cardigan over any outfit to add dimension. Always have a few bright-colored cardigans in your closet to throw over a neutral outfit. Loft and H&M offer great-quality pieces at decent prices. Plus, they have tons of promotions going on every day.

4. Blazers

Blazers add instant sophistication to your look. Layer over a dress, a blouse and skirt, or pair with tailored pants, or even jeans. Kerry Washington has made a tailored blazer one of her signature pieces on the ABC hit series, "Scandal." Channel your inner Olivia Pope by throwing on a blazer and transform your casual look into sexy, sophistication.

A photo posted by Kerry Washington (@kerrywashington) on Oct 10, 2014 at 12:46pm PDT

5. T-Shirt

A T-shirt is the perfect base to wear under any layering piece. It is necessary to own several T-shirts in different colors in order to mix and match with sweaters and cardigans. Dress up a T-shirt with a chunky necklace and heels for a casual yet sexy look. Check out how Gabrielle Union pulls off this look below!

A photo posted by Gabrielle Union (@gabunion) on Oct 10, 2014 at 12:36pm PDT

6. Skinny Jeans

Skinny jeans pair well with just about anything. Choose a neutral color like black or dark blue. Dress them up with a sexy pair of heels or dress them down by tucking into snow boots.

7. Boots

It is important to own several pairs of boots in order to be prepared for unexpected wintery weather. Snow boots, thigh-high boots, furry boots, and of course, high-heeled boots are all necessary to keep you stylish for any occasion. Zappos and Shoedazzle offer great styles at affordable prices, with the convenience of shopping at home.

8. Hats

Take advantage of the winter season by wearing as many hats as you can. Switch up your style and keep warm at the same time. Plus, a cute hat will save you on a bad hair day! Check out how Beyonce and Lupita Nyong'o rock their hats:

A photo posted by Beyoncé (@beyonce) on Oct 10, 2014 at 5:20am PDT

A photo posted by Lupita Nyong'o (@lupitanyongo) on May 5, 2014 at 12:28pm PDT

9. Tights

Wear tights under a dress or skirt to keep your legs warm on cold winter days. Play around with different colors, prints and textures. Remember to have fun!

10. Pashmina Scarf

A pashmina scarf can be worn many different ways and can easily add flare to any outfit. Try wrapping it loosely around your neck and adjust until you feel comfortable with how it looks. If that's too boring for you, there are tons of YouTube tutorials on the many different ways you can wear a scarf.

Here's a video below!