20 cold-weather essentials we swear by for getting through the fall and winter months

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When temperatures drop below 60 degrees for the first time of the season, it tends to hit hard that the days of wearing shorts and tees are completely over. 

Whether you spend a great amount of time enjoying the outdoors or you simply have to brave the elements on your commute, having appropriate clothing and accessories is a must. Luckily, the Insider Picks team knows what you'll need to be comfortable during the cold and wet season from our own personal trial and error as New York City residents.

To help you prepare for the inevitably colder months, we rounded up all of the cold-weather essentials we swear by. With everything from fleece jackets and flannel-lined jeans to tech-friendly gloves and waterproof boots, these are the items you should use to get through the fall and winter.

Check them out, below:

Patagonia Women's Organic Cotton Quilt Snap-T Pullover

Patagonia

Patagonia Women's Organic Cotton Quilt Snap-T Pullover, available in five colors, $149

I used to not really "get" people's obsession with Patagonia, until I got this sweater. It's now my most prized possession and I wear it all the time. It's incredibly soft and warm — perfect for lounging around, running errands, and layering over T-shirts and under coats. The stand-up collar keeps my neck warm when buttoned, but if I don't need the extra coverage I can just keep it unbuttoned. It's made with a water-repellant finish that keeps it from absorbing rain or snow, which helps me stay warm and cozy.  — Sally Kaplan, Insider Picks editor

Madewell Crewneck Sweatshirt

Madewell

Madewell Crewneck Sweatshirt, $98

This piece is hefty, tightly woven, and sturdy as heck. I’d wear it into the office over the top of an Oxford or a T-shirt. On the other hand, being made of French terry cloth, it’s also cozy enough that I’d eagerly toss it on to lounge around the house or wallow in bed with a cold on a dreary day. I feel like I could make Madewell’s Crewneck Sweatshirt work with just about any outfit. It’s become an immediate staple for me. — Owen Burke, Insider Picks guides reporter

32Degrees Scoop Neck Thermal Top

Amazon

32Degrees Scoop Neck Thermal Top, price varies, available at Amazon

My closet is stocked with a few of these basic tops, which are perfect for layering. The soft and stretchy fabric sticks closely to your skin and always keeps you warm. I wore them over and over again last winter and they never lost their shape, comfortable feel, or heat retention. —Connie Chen, Insider Picks reporter

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