Bazaar’s definitive winter edit for a warm, cosy, and stylish year-end

And just like that, 2025 has vanished. A blink of an eye, and it’s already December. One minute we’re ringing in January, the next we’re back to juggling dry skin, cold noses, and existential “maybe I should go full villain” vibes. Yep, this year was all kinds of dramatic, chaotic, and honestly, unforgettable. But the arrival of December yet again means it is time to throw caution to the wind one last time and gear up to bid this year a grand goodbye.

As we crawl into the final month of 2025, layer on the cosy-chic, and make sure your winter moodboard—online and offline—is looking as flawless as you feel. 

The winter starter pack

Winter dressing in India is basically a personality trait. It's two weeks of feeling like Kendall Jenner in one aggressively oversized sweater. 

If making a statement is the vibe you are going in for, pick the big, bold, artsy look of Forest of Chintz. Winter outfits get instantly upgraded when your jewellery looks like it could hang in an art gallery (think ear candy that says “I’m cold but still hotter than my problems”). 

To throw in a little more shade than usual, Opium eyewear offers pieces that give main-character-at-the-airport vibes even if you’re just stepping out for cutting chai. Because if you are gonna do it, do it with a little bit of swag anyway! 

And if you think your winter layers are looking too safe, add a little couture edge to your OOTD by sliding on a pair of Linda Farrow frames from Zeiss and watch your entire look go from cosy to lit—absolutely eye-conic. Bringing vintage back to contemporary fashion and showing off ultra-sleek titanium and nickel frames, directional shapes and celeb-coded glam eyewear, these glasses allow you to tap into your inner ‘it girl' attitude, pairing perfectly with puffer jackets, faux-fur fits, or your all-black winter look. 

Mix and match with your own curated range of Theater XYZ shoes and stockings that make winter dressing chic, bold and fashionable, without sacrificing comfort. Because I bet all my girlie pops know that good tights can save even the most mediocre outfit.

The cosy-core homebody arc

Winter is all about nesting, slowing down, and embracing that soft, serene energy. Your home becomes your sanctuary, and honestly? We’re here for it. 

For that “entering my serene era” vibe, ZenAlyaa is your go-to for natural fabrics, Kerala-inspired warmth, and conscious living essentials that make your bed feel like a personal retreat. You know that plan to sit in bed and do nothing but rest? That, but make it a whole lot more comfortable and cosier.

For those of you playing the host or embodying the spirit of Santa himself, Wrapistry’s elegant gift tags and paper pieces offer your space those subtle, thoughtful touches it deserves. With bows and details that feel like art, not an afterthought, winter gifting season just got a major glow-up.

The glam revival arc

Winter may look cute, but sandpaper skin is definitely not about to be on our bingo card this time of the year. If your seasonal beauty routine is looking for an upgrade—and no, we aren't talking about simply slapping on some moisturiser and strutting off—Florian Hurel Hair Couture & Spa offers hydrafacials and red light therapy, leaving your skin deeply hydrated, nourished, and radiant even in the driest months. 

The foodie-with-a-soft-spot chapter

The winter breeze is known to bring in cravings that you just cannot deny. And we think SAPA has quite the menu to cater to it. Their signature Stollen is rich, fruit-filled, and ages beautifully, making every bite more flavorful than the last. The Classic Vanilla Panettone brings buttery softness and subtle sweetness to your mornings, while the Gingerbread Elisen Lebkuchen adds a touch of spice-perfect for holiday gatherings. Perhaps a cosy blanket and SAPA’s selected goodies are just what we need before we close the book on 2025.

Your winter vibe needs a soundtrack

Winter prep isn’t complete without a little escapism, because sometimes tuning out the world is the only way to feel truly cosy. That’s where Beats comes in. For the gym devotees, Powerbeats Pro delivers motivation in headphone form. For those cosy-in-bed, doom-scrolling evenings, Studio Buds are sure to get you all in your feels (trust me, this is a risky game to play). And for anyone still stressing over gifts? The Beats Christmas guide turns December into a solved checklist, making winter perfect with its own soundtrack.

The culture and craft core girlies

To add a little culture and couture to your winter moodboard, Shanti Banaras brings Banarasi art to your festive season, weddings, and those moments when you just need to feel beautifully timeless. Think pieces that stop the scroll and start conversations.

Tribe Amrapali Jewellery adds the modern sparkle your winter glam calls for. Silver, gold-plated, and meticulously crafted, these pieces are perfect for holiday soirées, New Year’s Eve celebrations, or even just elevating a random Thursday when you need to feel luxe effortlessly. 

And to tie in your outfit, Aprajita Toor’s footwear is an exemplary fusion of Indian craft meets winter weddings through designs that are vibrant and unapologetically expressive.

Winter’s here, and while everything may be chill and cool, don't let your moodboard follow suit. Glow, snack, sip, scroll, repeat—but make it all your vibe. Because this is your season to show up warm, fabulous, and beastly unapologetic. 

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