13 Warming Accessories To Help You Stay Toasty When It's Freezing

Yep, it's already time to start winter-proofing your body.

Although it's only October, there's officially a chill in the air and it's time to face the reality that autumn is but a hop, skip, and a jump from winter. Make sure you've got your ears, fingers, toes, and other body parts covered with these warming accessories.

1. These thermal socks with a fluffy lining.

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These socks are made from a cotton-wool blend and have a super soft, fluffy lining that will feel great against your skin while keeping your toes warm. Customers say that they're warm, comfortable, and hold up well even after multiple wears and washes.

Sizes: UK 4 - 9.

Price: £12.99 for two pairs.

2. This tartan blanket scarf that gives off peak autumn vibes.

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These versatile oversized scarves are a true autumn-to-winter staple. It has a 4.7-star rating and rave reviews. Reviewers love the scarf's size, which allows it to double as a shawl, and say that it's soft and of a high quality.

Price: £5.99 - £14.99, depending on colour.

3. These Bluetooth earmuffs that will play your favourite tunes AND keep your ears warm.

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If you're an earbud user, these will definitely be an upgrade when it comes to protecting your ears from the elements. Even if you normally use over-the-ear headphones, you might want to invest in a pair of these for running and other outdoor activities. The earmuffs are machine washable too – just pop out the headphones and toss the fabric band in the washer. Customers report that the earmuffs are warm, the Bluetooth headphones are easy to set up and use, and the sound quality is great for the price.

Price: £15.99.

4. These little knitted cuffs are a genius way to keep from getting cold air inside your boots.

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If you're the type of person who wears two pairs of socks under their boots and still feels the chill, this clever twist on the legwarmer was made for you. The cable knit cuffs can stretch to fit most legs at both ankle boot height and mid-calf boot height. Reviewers say that the cuffs are soft, stretchy, cosy, and really do help you keep warm.

Price: £9.99 for a pack of two.

5. These seriously heat-retaining slipper socks.

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These highly-rated, thick thermal socks claim to be seven times warmer than a standard cotton sock. They're specifically made to be worn at home, with non-slip grips on the soles – no Tom Cruise in Risky Business moments in these bad boys.

Sizes: UK 6 - 11.

Price: £6.99 - £12.99, depending on colour and pattern.

6. These extra long thermal socks.

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If those slipper socks had you thinking you'd quite like a pair you can wear outside the house, you're in luck! These ones are particularly cosy because they're a longer length, perfect for wearing under your favourite pair of knee-high boots.

Sizes: UK 4 - 8.

Price: £7.99 - £9.99, depending on colour.

7. These chunky-knit headbands that are an on-trend way to keep your ears warm.

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Hair accessories have made a big comeback lately. These stretchy headbands are available in a variety of styles but this twist-knit version is the MVP for chilly days.

Price: £6.99 - £8.99 for a pack of four, depending on colour and style.

8. These warm woollen convertible mitten-gloves.

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It's a mitten! It's a glove! Why choose one when you can have both? Reviewers love the non-slip patch on the palm and the Velcro fasteners that holds the mitten part in place. The gloves are lined with fleece and are particularly useful for activities like driving, walking the dog, or popping off a quick text message, when you may find yourself in need of finger dexterity but then want to fully cover your hands afterwards. Heads up: customers reported some initial shedding from the wool.

Price: £11.99 - £12.99, depending on colour.

9. If you hate scarves for some reason, this thermal neck warmer might be your thing.

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Get that rugged, outdoorsy vibe in this snug, neck-hugging scarf alternative. Customers say it's good quality and really keeps you nice and warm.

Price: £7.99 - £9.99, depending on colour.

10. This cable-knit neck warmer is knit on the outside, fleece on the inside.

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This version is marketed towards women but would definitely work for people of any gender with slightly smaller necks (a few reviewers reported that the previous neck warmer ran a bit big for them, personally) and comes in a wider range of colours.

Price: £12.99 - £14.99, depending on colour.

11. This fleece gilet that's perfect for layering without adding too much bulk.

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This soft, lightweight microfleece gilet is a super versatile layering piece. Wear it over a turtleneck and leggings for an athleisure look or wear it under a coat to keep your core extra warm! The same brand also makes a slightly heavier-weight men's version of this gilet that runs from sizes S to XXXL.

Sizes: UK 8 - 20.

Price: £10.15 - £24.57, depending on colour.

12. This pashmina shawl is another all-rounder.

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Made of a lambswool cashmere blend, this very wearable, silky-soft shawl has a 4.8-star rating and excellent reviews, and is available in a range of colours.

Price: £19.54.

13. These touchscreen running gloves for your winter workouts.

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If you're a runner and you continue to run outdoors even in cold weather (you legend!) then these gloves are for you! Made of flexible Lycra with a fleece lining, these gloves have a few truly genius features: anti-slip grip, touchscreen compatibility, reflective printing, and a tiny pocket for keys and other small essentials.

Sizes: S, M, L.

Price: £8.99.