5 Winter Dress Ideas for Women

When one thinks of winter dress images of bulky sweaters with turtlenecks underneath and bulky parkas come to mind. However dressing warm does not mean you have dress bulky. Discover five ideas in women's winter clothing that will keep you warm without the added bulk.

Winter Dress Idea #1: Undergarments

An extra layer of undergarments will help to add warmth this winter without adding unnecessary bulk. Camisoles are a thin undergarment that will help to keep you warm and discreet when worn over your bra. Body shapers also are a great thin layer to protect from the cold and smooth out your silhouette. Full an half slips help to keep your bottom half warm while wearing skirts and dresses. A stylish layer for plus size clothing is the Lace Camisole by Comfort Choice sold at Roamans starting at $29.99.

Winter Dress Idea #2: Pantyhose and Tights

In the spring and summer months legs tend to go bare when wearing dresses and skirts. However for the winter months you need to cover those gams up. Pantyhose and tights are not just for dresses and skirts but you can wear them with pants. When those frigid temperatures arrive, a pair of pantyhose can add significant warmth to your legs when worn with pants. DKNY hosiery has the Comfort Luxe Opaque Tights sold at Nordstrom for only $14.50.

Winter Dress Idea #3: Sweaters

Today's sweaters are not the bulky knitted ones your grandmother used to make you. Many winter sweaters provide the same warmth without the bulkiness. Don't forget the ever stylish sweater dress that provides the comfort of a sweater and femininity of a dress. Women's winter clothing in plus size clothing offers a great winter sweater with the Button Trimmed Turtleneck Sweater sold at the Avenue for $19.90.

Winter Dress Idea #4: Vests and Cardigans

Vests and cardigan are layering women's winter clothing staples. The cardigan can be a part of a sweater set or worn alone for added warmth indoor and brief stints outdoors. Vests come in many varieties that are ideal for business casual dress or weekend casual. A great winter dress idea is the hooded vest. Some of these hooded vests even resemble jackets and are often worn in place of a jacket. A fashionable hooded vest is the Juicy Couture Reversible Leopard Print Faux Fur Hooded Vest sold at Nordstrom for $248.00.

Winter Dress Idea #5: Coats

Probably the most bulky item of winter dress is the winter coat. This is true for the sportswear outerwear styles that come in bright colors and traditionally were meant for active sports such as skiing. You can opt for less bulky winter coats and jackets that provide just as much warmth and are stylish. Roamans has a fashionable Military Inspired Wool Coat regularly priced between $299.99 to $319.99. For a trendy women's winter clothing choice Rampage has their Belted Wool Motorcycle Coat in yellow at Macy's for $89.00.

These are the five winter dress ideas that will keep you warm with less bulk. Experiment with how many of these thinner layers you will need to wear as the weather shifts this winter. Don't be alarmed at the prices for the coats, they are a good women's winter clothing investment that should last you a few good years. Start that winter shopping right away because before you know ole frosty will be nipping at your nose.