Seeing as winter is at our doorsteps and the cold weather can often be the trickiest to dress for, we've tapped our fashion friends over 40 yet again for a much-needed dose of inspiration as we

head into this next season. We've said it before, and we'll say it again: there's just something about this group's seasoned style perspective that proves to be an unlimited source of style inspiration for us. Whether it's the stores they always shop or how they're styling their basics, they just get it. 

This time around, we chatted with several of our favorite 40-plus influencers like Renata Jazdzyk, Elaine Davis, and Tennille Murphy who you might recognize from other stories we've featured them in. When asked to name their staple fashion items for winter, they shared picks that are timeless, chic, and work for everyone (no surprise there). We weren't even surprised to see that certain pieces are beloved by all of them (yep, they're that good). So continue on to read why they rely on each of the below 7 items from outerwear to accessories and of course, see how they're wearing each.