Prepare for the winter chill with stylish ear muffs, scarves and mittens

The term, "bundling up," is not usually fashion friendly.  Let's change that.

Photo Credit: Nordstrom & Amazon

This "Canadian Pride" scarf from Nordstrom is made of cozy wool and is great for keeping that neck roasty toasty.  Not to mention it is an adorable scarf to wear with a casual outfit, perhaps a jean jacket (shown) or with even with a zip-up.

The scarf is $28.00 and also has a matching hat for $22.00.  If the hat price is too steep, try the $9.99 red ear muffs from Amazon.com on for size.  The red color keeps the two items looking as though they are a set.

Photo Credit: Forever 21

These adorable Faux Snow Leopard ear muffs can be found at Forever 21 for $6.80.  The cushioned muffs are attached to a swivel which allows for movement and comfort.

Since the muff is patterned, treat it as if it is a headband, match it to your outfit.  The bold animal pattern would look very chic with a solid black trench matched with an ivory colored scarf.  

Photo Credit: Eddie Bauer

These $19.50 Eddie Bauer mittens are perfect for any outdoor activity when the temperature is very low. They are down-filled, made of nylon, have rubber textured palms, and have an elastic cuff.  

The mix of classic quilting and fur makes for a very traditional yet sophisticated glove that will display your fashion sense, even when shoveling the driveway. 

Photo Credit: Nordstrom

I know what your thinking, "Fingerless gloves don't make any sense."  Oh, yes they do! 

Fingerless gloves like the $18.00 Cable Knit Tarnish gloves are perfect for running errands.  Since the fingers are exposed, you don't have to take off your gloves to take money out of your wallet, fill out a bank deposit slip, get the mail, tie your boots, fix your hair or button up.  Only a portion of the fingers are exposed, so don't worry.  The length of the glove covers most of the forearm which keeps you very warm.

Start preparing now before you are left out in the cold.