When the temperature is on a bitter descent in the dead of winter, looking like a bombshell has to be seriously contemplated since minimal clothing just won’t cut it. Concentrate on sexy layers, sassy boots and most importantly, a jacket you can still feel like a woman in.

Don’t lose your shape in a jacket that looks like you just came back from Antarctica. There are stylish coats that keep you very warm, but do it graciously. Plus, remember that when you’re walking around campus, your jacket is the first and only thing people will see, so chose wisely.

Check out a few elegant coats that won’t compromise your warmth or your bank account: Zara