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Knitwear season is finally here. There is a plethora of styles and shapes to choose from, but if I was to distil the vibe for AW17 knitwear down to one key reference, I’d say take inspiration from my granny’s favourite tea cosy-style cardigan. Crochet is cool, bobbles are the business and patchwork is the pattern of choice. If you still need convincing that cardis are cool, take a look at these fashion-savvy ladies below and steal their style with 3 ways to wear this season’s favourite knit.
Make an entrance worth talking about with an extra-large statement knit. Fashion journalist Tiffany Hsu proved that in this astounding JW Anderson full-length hoodie which caught all the right attention during Paris fashion week. And the colour? It packs the perfect punch. A piece like this really brings the adage “go big or go home” to mind.
Long cardigan, €59.95 at Zara. Alicia Oversized Boyfriend €27 at Boohoo.co. Preen Line oversized embroidered cotton-blend cardigan, €805 at Net-a-porter.com
German blogger Nina Suess expertly showed us how to take the humble grandad-cardi to the catwalk by pairing it with a chic pair of rustic culottes, charming leopard-print mules, and a trendy leather beret. The mixture of patterns and texture, together with smart accessorising – which she makes look so effortless –gives a new perspective on this slouchy style.
Wool blend cardigan, €27.77 at H&M. Embellished cardigan, €125 at Uterque.com. Boohoo knitted cardigan, €27.03 at asos.com
Prep is back in full swing so gather your varsity flags and patches and show your stripes! Fashion blogger Helena Bordon led the way at Paris fashion week in a full-length Gucci cardi (you can’t see the back which is emblazoned with a dramatic lion head). Helena paired her prep-inspired number with jeans and heels, but ramp up your prep with a pair of tailored pants and loafers for the perfect preppy aesthetic.
Gucci metallic-trimmed wool-blend cardigan, €1,200 at net-a-porter.com. PrettyLittleThing Contrast Edge Boyfriend , €33.78 at Asos.com. Opening Ceremony appliquéd wool-blend cardigan, €370 at net-a-porter.com