How to wear a cardigan this winter?
There are clothes that sometimes make a comeback in our wardrobes, this is the case of the cardigan. Classic piece a bit too wise, it has nevertheless regained its letters of nobility to become one of the most fashionable pieces of this winter. In fact, the cardigan is quite classic: it is a knitted piece, usually wool, without collar and with a buttoned placket on the front. A great aspect, the cardigan can be combined in many ways. It's a chameleon-like cardigan that takes on a different shape over the seasons, which is perhaps why women like Kate Middleton and Gigi Hadid have made it their signature piece. Aiming to be as casual as dressy, it is a piece that can be worn during the day as well as in the evening. In short, cardigans are definitely the knitted pieces in which we will love to spend our winter. How to wear the cardigan well? Follow all our tips to never run out of ideas.
- To avoid mistakes, choose the basics
- Don't choose, wear both!
- How to wear the short cardigan with flair?
- Can we wear the long cardigan in the evening?
To avoid mistakes, choose the basics
It's hard to master a room with such a high fashion quotient in the blink of an eye. That's why it sometimes takes a little time to tame a piece. We start with basic compositions in order to familiarize ourselves, little by little, with the cardigan. This is a necessary first step that will help you quickly create impeccable silhouettes, perfectly in the air of time.
- How to choose a basic cardigan? Choose a mid-length cardigan, with a button fastening and a knit that is neither too thin nor too thick
- As for the material, if there are variations in jersey, we prefer wool or cashmere
- As for color, it will be, at first, to privilege classic colors as the beige, the black or the navy blue. More original colors are also appropriate depending on your style
- How to wear it well? We associate it with a white tee-shirt, raw jeans and a pair of sneakers. It also works with a denim skirt and a white shirt, picked up in the men's department
- For accessories, be careful with certain pieces such as scarves or strings of pearls that would give the composition a too classic style. Never forget that beautiful materials are often enough on their own
Don't choose, wear both!
Do we really have to choose between a sweater and a cardigan to dress warmly? Not necessarily. Simply because the pieces can become complementary. How can they complement each other? By playing on the art of layering.
- It is quite possible to wear a sweater under a cardigan, it is even ideal for the winter and the days of great cold
- The perfect mix? Choose a thin turtleneck sweater and add a slightly oversized cardigan in a thicker knit over it
- Do we have to stay on the same colors ? It is not mandatory. If it is true that the on tone is very elegant - a beige sweater accompanied by a beige cardigan, will be of the most beautiful effect, it is quite possible to cut the silhouette by betting on two colors
- The accumulation sweater/cardigan is a very adapted association to the everyday life. We wear it without difficulty with jeans and a pair of sneakers. This will allow you to have an outfit both comfortable and fashionable, to wear without moderation, every day of the week
How to wear the short cardigan with flair?
Beyond even the simple cardigan, the version that is most trendy is definitely the short version, the one that stops just at the hips and is meant to be slightly fitted. This version of the cardigan is a favorite of the girls trending on Instagram. It's a vintage-inspired version that offers a huge playground for style and fashion lovers.
- To find the perfect cardigan, we bet on a medium knit and especially on a beautiful material like wool or cashmere
- For the fashion side, we bet on sparkling colors and on patterns anything but discreet. The detail that makes the difference? A pair of shorts, pants or a skirt to match, to play the total look card.
- Don't forget the buttons, they are just as important as the mesh. Usually three on the short versions, they must be visible and can even be combined with jewelry. Do not hesitate to change them if they are not to your taste or if they do not match your style.
Can we wear the long cardigan in the evening?
The cardigan, as comfortable as it is, can also become a light outfit by following some wise advice. It can easily be substituted for a dress if it is long enough or worn open and act as a long coat.
- The length has its importance in the choice of a cardigan, especially when you want to wear it as a dress
- Should you wear a cardigan and nothing else? Not necessarily. Here again, you can play with layering by wearing your cardigan over a shirt or even with leather pants
- Regarding the colors, we prefer colors very trendy as pink, red, green or black and navy blue
- More than ever, the buttons accessories will allow you to finish the silhouette with style. You can, for example, belt your cardigan to bring more structure to the proposal, whether it is worn open or as a dress
