The Curator: The ultimate winter capsule wardrobe for 2026

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A few elevated wardrobe essentials might just wind up being the foundational favourites you didn’t know you needed. Whether you’re building a mini winter capsule to lean on in a multitude of ways, or you’re bolstering your existing arsenal – snappy, well thought separates will always reign supreme. And there’s still plenty of time before the official rush of party season begins. Time to take stock, and stock up.

So incredibly cool and beautifully detailed, this vegan bomber from Vancouver’s Brunette the Label is the definition of a cross-platform wow piece. I wear mine with sweats, a high-waisted column skirt, denim, trousers – everything.

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I appreciate the cheeky check on these high-waisted, well-priced strides by Contemporaine.

This tobacco tone pairs nicely with denim, grey, merlot and ecru shades as well as pastels towards spring.

This tobacco tone pairs nicely with denim, grey, merlot and ecru shades as well as pastels towards spring.

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This look may seem too safe or even sleepy – but don’t be fooled. All three of these closet separates are bonified wardrobe workhorses. And super slick, to boot.

This skirt is lightweight, flattering in the butt and floats between flips flops, kitten heels and a knee-high stacked Paris boot. Parfait.

I don’t know about you but a mid-sized gold hoop earring with a slick back and a turtleneck makes me feel like I’ve just jetted to NYC for dinner.

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In addition to its easy breezy drape, Aritzia’s Generation blazer comes in this perfect preppy shade of Admiral Blue. Not too inky, not too cobalt. Just right.

Tying a belt around your blazer or coat is such unexpected cool-girl flex. While I love this ropey lassoed version (giving Isabel Marant vibes), don’t forget to shop your own closet on this one, too.

As a good country girl, I appreciate the subtle cowgirl detailing on this gold-buckled city slicker.

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