Here in Ottawa fall is still in fine form, but there's no doubt that the chill in the air means winter in coming (said in Ned Stark's Game of Thrones voice). So as the temperatures drop, it's time to dig a little deeper in our closets and pull out those heavy knit sweaters to stay warm.
This week I'll be showing three ways to wear chunky knits without looking chunky yourself. Some girls prefer to stay away from heavier knit fabrics in fear that extra bulk equals extra weight, but why should the best pieces of fall fashion only be reserved for the skinnie minnies? Come back on tomorrow and Thursday to see more tips for wearing chunky knits, but right now let's start off with outfit number one.
1. Put a belt on it
Use a belt to show off your waistline and create shape underneath a knit sweater. Here's an example of an office-friendly outfit for those who work in a business-casual type of environment. Substitute bootcut black jeans for trousers if you need to step it up a notch.
INC short sleeved belted knit sweater / Bebe bootcut jeans / Kelly & Katie boots via DSW (similar) / Donkie leather purse via Korean boutique (in Myeondong station)
Join me tomorrow where I'll be sharing another outfit showing how to wear chunky knits (without looking chunky yourself).
Linking up with Style Elixir / Karly Kim / Because Shanna Said So / Get Your Pretty On / The Pleated Poppy / My Girlish Whims / Kiwi Womens Style
I usually stay away from chunky knits because of my heavy top. I have two or three that I wear only when it gets very unbearably cold. I choose comfort over style and wear them then. You look lovely.
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I know what you mean, typical round neck cable knits can look bulky very quickly! I have that issue as well which is why I've chosen open front knit sweaters for all of the looks in this series, have you tried that option yet?
DeleteYou look so tall! I like sweaters that doesn't make me look chunky either. :-) Cute look Danielle.
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Thanks Mo! I added some sky high boots to elongate my legs and balance out the look as well (but forgot to mention it in the article, thanks for reminding me).
DeleteHaha, I love this and your chunky knit looks gorgeous! I always see models wearing chunky knits and looking super cute, then I put one on and look more like a moose so I'll be back tomorrow :)
ReplyDeleteI legit laughed out loud at this Monica!! Thank you for the sweet comment :)
DeleteAdding a belt is the best way to add shape to EVERYTHING lol. Love this look btw.
ReplyDeleteI agree!! Thanks Candice ;)
DeleteThis sweater looks great on her!!
ReplyDeletebeautiful <3
ReplyDeleteThank you Aimee :D
DeleteI love that sweater, and you styled it gorgeously! Thanks for linking up with us! xo
ReplyDeleteThanks Niki!
DeleteYou look Great in that sweater and I am going to copy this look when the weather gets cold here. Visiting from Style Sessions. . . .
ReplyDeleteThat's very sweet of you, thanks for stopping by :)
DeleteYes, adorably cute! Hopped over from The Pleated Poppy.
ReplyDeleteYour title is HILARIOUS!
ReplyDeletehaha thanks! I thought it was pretty witty myself ;)
DeleteThat top is so cute! you look fabulous!
ReplyDeleteThanks for your sweet comment Rebecca
DeleteI totally love that you've solve the chunky sweater dilemma. I'm pretty tiny in terms of weight but I am under five feet tall!! So when I wear chinky anything I usually look like a ball and I also always belt it.
ReplyDeleteHaha you made me laugh out loud with this comment! But yes I know what you mean, it's so important to create some shape and define your waistline when wearing heavier pieces like this.
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