Layering has become a shortcut to style.

Throwing on a lounge-around outfit of tank, tee, hoodie and joggers is easy.

The problem is how to stay toasty without looking bundled and bulky in everyday clothes.

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Pile it on and stay sleek with these six tips:

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Stock up on base layers.

The biggest mistake is not having the right pieces to make layers work efficiently.

a fashionable woman wearing layers for warmth

The smoothest are fabric blends infused with modal, elastane or spandex.

Make any dress into a twinset.

Wearing dresses in winteris always a challenge.

Skims Fits Everybody Crewneck Bodysuit in Onyx; Lands’ End Women’s Lightweight Fitted Long Sleeve Turtleneck Tee in Radiant Navy; Poseshe Women’s Plus-Size Long Sleeve Bodysuit in Navy Blue

you might tone the cardigan to the dress or contrast it for a pop of color.

Want a shapelier look?

Everlane The Long-Sleeve Supima Square-Neck Bodysuit in Black; Loft Ribbed Turtleneck Ribbed Midi Dress in Pavestone Heather; Old Navy Cozy Long-Line Cardigan Sweater for Women in Heather Gray; Lauren Ralph Lauren Charm Crosshatch Leather Belt in Black