The 42 Best Winter Clothes for Men, Tested by Fashion Editors

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Malike Sidibe

Get the look: Jacket by Fusalp; sweater and hat by Brooks Brothers; Startimer Pilot Automatic watch by Alpina.

Obviously, the best winter clothes for men should keep you warm and protected from the elements. But with increasingly unpredictable temps wreaking havoc on our cold-weather wardrobe essentials, finding the right winter coats, gloves, and boots that play well in a variety of conditions can feel like a fool's errand. Lucky for you, we consulted with our fashion director, Ted Stafford, along with assistant fashion market editor Imani Granger, who put together a shortlist of the best-of-the-best winter clothes for men to throw on this season. Most of them are loaded with heat-trapping, water-repellent fabrics; all of them are easy to layer on and off, and look great doing so. Juzar Dean, a Brooklyn-based musician, models this year's winter clothes to stay ready for the arctic cold, bone-piercing gusts, and sudden whiteouts.

Winter Pants

Just like leg day, you should never skip out on investing in winter pants. Whether you need something to stay dry and cozy on your commute, or some rugged, insulating slacks for your outdoor activities, the best winter pants for men will keep your legs warm, dry, comfortable, and stylish. The right bottoms should have insulating materials (either in the lining or the whole fabric) like wool, flannel, fleece, cashmere, and corduroy that will hold your body heat when the temperature plummets—some winter pants like ski pants are even made with synthetic insulation to beat the Baltic cold. We also looked for bottoms that are water- and windproof as well to shield your bare skin from sub-zero elements, wicking away—rather than absorbing—moisture.

Sweaters

Malike Sidibe

Get the look: Vest by Ralph Lauren RLX; shirt by Fusalp; pants by Stone Island.

Yes, these knits are cozy, but we consider sweaters the workhorse of winter wardrobes, since you can wear them with just about any casual or business casual fit. The best sweaters for men should be made from heat-retaining, soft, and smooth fabrics. Our favorites? The Fusalp Dorian, which features super cozy wool, and Reigning Champ's classic cotton-jersey sweatshirt. Secondly, the best sweaters for men need to come in a comfortable-but-still-tailored fit for layering over shirts as well as easy standalone wear. Most of these tops look great on their own, or over your favorite dress shirt for more formal occasions.

For a more casual, laidback look, wear a classic crewneck sweater with your go-to pants styles, whether you're running errands or grabbing coffee with friends. V-neck sweaters are great for a smart-casual or business-casual aesthetic in the office or a dinner date since they layer very well over collared shirts. (Zip sweaters also work as such, by the way.)

Bugatchi Super Merino Solid Sweater Jacket

$250 at bugatchi.com

Fusalp Dorian Sweater

$450 at fusalp.com

Brooks Brothers Lambswool Crewneck Chest Striped Sweater

Now 30% Off$139 at Brooks Brothers

J.Crew Merino Wool-Blend Sweater

Now 55% Off$44 at J Crew

Gap Textured Crewneck Sweater

Now 60% Off$39 at GAP

Reigning Champ Loopback Cotton-Jersey Sweatshirt

$130 at MR PORTER

Winter Coats

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Malike Sidibe

Get the look: Jacket by Stone Island; pants by Fusalp; Pelagos FXD watch by Tudor.

Probably your most expensive winter clothing investment, the right winter coat will pay dividends for years to come. Our fashion team looked for coats that had weather-resistant exteriors to keep you dry, as well as insulation like down or synthetic fill to keep you warm. Additionally, the best winter jackets for men will be versatile enough to take you from urban commutes to backcountry escapades.

Your winter coat can give off some seriously good looks, but if it's not warm or durable then it won't do you any good wearing it. We looked for jackets that achieve a high warmth-to-weight ratio. Experts we spoke with recommend natural fibers like down and wool to help trap body heat.

Lululemon Wunder Puff Jacket Tech Canvas

$348 at Lululemon

Arc'teryx Sabre SV Jacket

$900 at Arc'teryx

Stone Island Seamless Tunnel Down-TC Hooded Jacket

$1,208 at Farfetch

Ralph Lauren The Gorham Down Jacket

$348 at Ralph Lauren

Uniqlo 3D Cut Seamless Down Parka

$130 at Uniqlo

Fusalp Barthelemy Wool Aviator Jacket

Now 74% Off$470 at fusalp.com

Winter Gloves

We'll keep it 100: Most winter accessories are nice to have, but you could probably live without them. However, the best winter gloves are absolutely necessary to make it through the coldest months of the year. Come rain, hail, sleet, or snow, you’re going to want to protect your fingers with something weather resistant, warm, and stylish.

When you’re shopping for a new go-to pair, you want something protective but not too bulky, and stylish but too delicate. You can go with manufactured materials like nylon and spandex or take the classic route with leather. Either way, the best winter gloves, like the best winter jackets, provide tough performance in a fashionable package.

Hestra Deerskin Wool Tricot

$125 at Todd Snyder

Mack Weldon Tech Cashmere Glove

$68 at Mack Weldon

Arc'teryx Gothic Glove

$40 at Arc'teryx

Filson Full Finger Knit Glove

$35 at Moose Jaw

Tracksmith Inverno Gloves

Now 40% Off$15 at Tracksmith

Carhartt C-Touch Work Glove

$32 at Amazon

Winter Hats

Malike Sidibe

Get the look: Fleece jacket by Nobis; sweater and hat by Brooks Brothers; pants by Stone Island; boots by Merrell; socks by Bombas.

Also a winter accessory essential: Hats. The right ones will keep your noggin stylishly toasty. Sure, your cheap black beanie might keep your ears warm in a pinch, but it’s not going to cut it once winter sets in. Instead, invest in a high-quality hat that’s right for the weather outside to stay warm and stylish all season long.

Just like the best winter knits, our favorite winter hats are made from premium fabrics that retain heat, and feel incredibly cozy. Merino wool is probably your best bet for a cold weather hat what won't overheat, but also look for cashmere options for a luxurious vibe (and a great gift for him).

Brooks Brothers Merino Wool Cashmere Beanie

Now 30% Off$69 at Brooks Brothers

Columbia Helvetia Sherpa Beanie

Now 40% Off$15 at Amazon

Huckberry Beanie

$28 at Huckberry

Nordstrom Wool & Cashmere Beanie

Now 35% Off$29 at Nordstrom

Allbirds The Beanie

Now 24% Off$29 at Allbirds

Rossignol Alan Beanie

$45 at rossignol.com

Read more: Types of Hats | Winter Hats | Beanies

Winter Boots

Finding the right pair of winter boots can be difficult. While boots for snow and ice are widely available at a variety of retailers, knowing which pairs are actually worth the money is undeniably difficult in the sea of options. But, believe it or not, there are some functional and stylish winter boots out there waiting to make your snowy trek both ways more manageable.

Simply put, the best winter boots mix style and functionality with comfort and warmth—making them the perfect addition to your winter outfits. But this perfect combination of performance, durability, and design can almost seem like a mythical triple threat to which no boot can match—especially if you're on a budget. We did the research for you to find the best cold weather kicks to cop now.

Cole Haan American Classics Plain Toe Boots

Now 33% Off$80 at Cole Haan $120 at Zappos

Merrell Moab 3 Thermo Mid

Now 12% Off$140 at Merrell

G.H. Bass Mixed Media Ranger Super Lug Boot

Now 20% Off$189 at ghbass.com

Eddie Bauer Men's Eddie Bauer K-6 Boot

Now 40% Off$120 at Eddie Bauer

Koio Brixen

Now 35% Off$276 at KOIO

The North Face ThermoBall™ Lifty II Boots

$159 at The North Face

Baselayers

Malike Sidibe

Jacket by Arc’teryx; sweater by Bugatchi; T-shirt by Reigning Champ; pants by Bonobos; Journey 1884 watch with Paracord Strap by Victorinox.

Literally the building blocks of your winter wardrobe, these right baselayers are a cinch to slip into, and should move like a second skin. To get that feeling, look for thermal underwear that's made of performance fabrics like merino wool (such as Outdoor Research's Onset Bottoms), which helps wick away sweat from the body, while still trapping heat.

Without making you feel constrained, your thermals should be close-fitting. If it’s too loose, chances are the thermal layer won’t properly retain much heat. Plus, we considered the construction of each garment to identify any bulky seams, which could prevent easy layering.