Are you ready for some fashion, but are not quite ready for spring clothes, yet? Don't make the mistake of blowing your budget on winter clearance items that you may never wear. If you stick with timeless pieces, you'll enjoy your sensible picks for years to come.

To start, the Cashmere turtleneck is classic and never really goes out of style. Let’s face it, the turtleneck always flatters. It looks good regardless of one’s size. The turtleneck can be worn with jeans, slacks or skirts. Pick up this piece on sale and you'll be glad you did.

Next, a good pair of leather boots are a cold-weather essential. For maximum wear, go with a classic, medium or low-heeled boot. In regards to colors, black, brown and camel go with everything. Knee-high boots go well with skirts; ankle or mid-calf is great for pants.

The workhorse of the winter wardrobe is a good wool overcoat, which is a major investment--even on sale. If your wardrobe consists of pants choose hip to mid-thigh lengths; mid-calf or longer will cover skirts and looks dressier. The best colors for wool coats are neutral colors like navy, black, camel and tweeds. That way you’ll get more use out of it.  

This next item speaks for itself. You can never have enough tailored white blouses in your wardrobe. Whether under a jacket or alone with vintage-wash jeans, the white shirt is always elegant and appropriate.

In regards to accessories, gold is out and silver is in. That includes everything from bags and shoes to sunglasses and metallic shimmery dresses.

After the holidays, stores take major markdowns on leftover holiday goods. That’s the best time to snatch up a great dress to wear throughout the year. Look for simple cuts, year-round fabrics and a perfect fit. And remember to stay FIERCE.