In the last week or so winter has decided to arrive. After the wet and windy weather we experienced over the weekend, I’ve been reaching for my knitted vests and thick knit cardigans.
I find jumpers can be a little to hot for me during a mild winter so I opt for vests that can be layered over long sleeve shirts and dresses.
I’ve got a few vests and capes that are going to be on rotation in my wardrobe this winter. I find they add a lot of interest to a simple outfit of a long sleeved tee and jeans. Which is pretty much my mummy uniform during winter anyway.
- Eb & Ive Navy Vest with Leather Belt $79.95
- Katies Cable Knit Vest $69.95
- Rockmans Sleeveless Fur Trim Cardigan $59.99
- Feather and Noise Megan Cardi $59.99
If you live further down south, the vest won’t really give you the warmth you need. If you do opt to wear one, you will no doubt need to layer with a warm jacket.
If you’re still after the knit look, a cable knit turtleneck jumper is the perfect knit to wear this season. There is no need to wear a scarf as the turtleneck keeps your neck warm for you.
Turtlenecks have been seen in the past as a daggy style of knit, but don’t be fooled by old thinking. So long as it’s in a neutral colour and it incorporates a cable knit pattern, your turtleneck will look on trend.
The styles to go for if you find you feel too full around the face is the cowl turtleneck – which drapes downward. The cowl draws the eye down so it doesn’t feel like your neck is swamped with fabric.
When choosing your cable knit, the colours that work well with jeans are navy, grey, ivory, cream, mustard and white.
I’ve found a selection of cable knit turtleneck jumpers online for under $100.
- Dotti Longline Nena Roll Neck Jumper $69.95
- Millers Chunky Roll Neck Jumper Ivory $35.00
- Millers Chunky Roll Neck Jumper Navy $35.00
- Rockmans Long Sleeve Chevron Stitch Cowl Neck Jumper $59.99
- Sass Samantha Snow Knit $79.95
- Portmans Olivia Roll Neck Knit $89.95
- The Iconic Guilty of the Crime Knit $79.98
A complete winter wardrobe requires at least 1 type of vest and 1-3 knit jumpers that can be worn on rotation.
I need to add another jumper to my wardrobe after doing a stocktake of what I already own. I’m just scared that the weather will change to milder temperatures and I won’t get to wear it as much as I’d like.
What are your go-to pieces during winter? Are you a fan of the cable knit sweater or vest?
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