Bonfire Night Outfits: Warm, Cosy and Practical

Bonfire Night means standing outside on a cold November evening, often on damp grass, for longer than you expect. The goal is simple: stay warm and comfortable while still looking good in the photos. Here's how to dress for it.

Layer from the inside out

Start with a long-sleeve top, add a cosy knit or hoodie, then finish with a warm jacket. Several thinner layers trap heat better than one thick one, and you can adjust if you head somewhere warm afterwards.

Try: Georgina, a cosy textured Henley top, under Elsie, a Nordic-patterned hoodie.

Pick a jacket with a hood

November weather is unpredictable. A quilted jacket with a hood keeps out the wind and drizzle, and a zip front makes it easy to wrap up once the fireworks start.

Try: Calla, a cosy lined quilted hooded jacket, or Adalyn, a cosy hooded zip-up jacket.

Comfortable trousers

Choose relaxed trousers you can move and sit in, and that are long enough to tuck into boots or sit over them. A matching hooded set is an easy option too.

Try: Margot, relaxed tapered trousers, or Pearl, a relaxed hooded two-piece set.

Boots for the ground

Fields and parks get muddy. A lace-up or flat-soled boot with good grip is far more comfortable than anything with a heel, and it keeps your feet warmer too.

Try: Maxine, timeless lace-up boots.

Don't forget

• Thick socks: your feet get cold first.
• Gloves, a hat and a scarf. Natural fibres are best near sparklers and fires.
• A small bag that keeps your hands free.
• Keep a safe distance from bonfires and fireworks, and follow the organisers' guidance.

Find more cosy layers in Hoodies & Sweatshirts and Puffer Jackets.