Huge holiday sale at L.L. Bean — 11 winter must-haves I recommend

Whether you live in a rainy area, a windy area, or both, this lightweight windbreaker will keep you protected from the elements in style. Two front pockets will keep you hands warm, and an adjustable, stowable hood will block wind from your ears, if you choose to use it. Find this windbreaker for men at $54, too.

These cargo pants strike the perfect balance between useful and stylish. Made with ultradurable stretch cotton, they're comfortably flexible and come equipped with front, rear, and side pockets to store all your essentials.

If you've ever wished you could wrap a cozy blanket around you while walking around in chilly weather, this full-zip sweatshirt was made for you. Inside, a brushed cotton material keeps you warm, and the sweatshirt's quilted front makes it look a lot fancier than your average sweatshirt.

Although these might not be the warmest set of winter pants you can buy, they are pretty sleek. Imagine pulling up to a holiday dinner sporting a pair of these deep green chinos, just exuding the festive holiday spirit. As a bonus, they're made with a comfortable stretch fabric, so you'll be comfortable all night.

L.L. Bean is the best at making warm winter apparel look attractive, and that's evident with this soft blue fleece pullover. From the outside, it looks like a lightweight layer. But on the inside, it features a soft, brushed, fleece-like interior that'll keep you safe from blustery winds and cold temperatures.

If you're trying to add high-quality, classic items to your winter wardrobe, check out L.L. Bean's essential turtleneck sweater. Whether your style is to roll down the turtleneck or keep it up, there's no doubt you'll be comfortable with its specially selected blend of yarns and cozy fabric materials.

Act fast if this pine-colored flannel looks like your style. It's quickly selling out in Regular sizes, but L.L. Bean has plenty of Tall sizes left at the time of writing. It's made with 100% cotton flannel and brushed on both the inside and outside for a seamless feel.

All colorways of this attractive sweater are on sale for $15 off, but I particularly love this olive green shade. Made with 100% cotton yarns, it's comfortable enough to wear all day into the night, and the cable knit detailing from front to back elevates it from 'casual sweater' to date-night ready.

Pair these urban hiking shoes with a pair of fuzzy socks and you're all set to hit the winter trails. The plush insole offers support, the rubber outsole provides multi-surface traction, and a water-resistant coating on the outer fabric will help wet snow stay away from your warm, dry feet. Shop the same shoe for women, also slashed to $84.

This fleece jacket incorporates L.L. Bean's exclusive AirShield technology to help it keep wind from blowing through without you getting uncomfortably warm inside. Shop this same warm fleece jacket for women at the same $84 sale price.

I've never wanted to press 'Add to Cart' faster than with these utility boots. Aside from being visually attractive, they're also a smart choice for winter, thanks to plenty of PrimaLoft insulation and traction designed for both wet and dry surfaces. The men's Down East Utility Boots are on sale for $139.