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Spice up your typical sweater with these styling hacks.
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Do you wear the same sweater each winter?
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From different textures to playing with proportions, we’ve found fresh new ways to style your favorite knit.
From holiday parties to casual wear, the possibilities are endless when it comes to outfits with sweaters.
In need of some styling inspiration?
Check out these fashion stylist-approved sweater styling hacks.
Within your own closet, try balancing proportions by committing to all oversized clothing or a slimmer silhouette.
To experiment with silhouettes, fashion stylist,Corina Gaffey, recommends pairing a mini skirt with chunky boots.
By showing a little leg, this will help balance the appearance of fabric.
Pants
Trousers, denim, leather pants, and more all mix well with sweaters.
Opt for contrasting colors when pairing any pant with a sweater.
(Think a cream knit sweater with dark wash denim to compliment the colors and pieces.)
For a monochromatic moment, a matching sweater and pants set is perfect for simpler styling.
I love a chunky knit co-ord.
The warm separates look so chic with knee-high boots, too, says Gaffey.
To create some shape in your outfit, add a belt near the waist for a flattering silhouette.
For evening wear, layer different textures with your sweater to stand out.
By combining different textures, it creates contrast in the look.
Dresses
Layering your look with sweaters is an easy way to dress up or down a look.
Gaffey suggests a chunkycardiganpaired with a slip dress for a casual but elevated occasion.
Depending on the vibe you’re going for, throw on some sneakers or heels with the look.
Tie a sweater’s sleeves and wear it over the shoulders for a polished preppy look.
Wool Sweater: Add a pop of color into your sweater collection to refresh your wardrobe.
Pair this sweater with a neutral pant or dress so that the color is the star of the look.
If turtleneck sweaters feel uncomfortable, a mock neck is a great option.
Gaffey suggests pairing mock sweaters with skirts and your favorite boots.
Cashmere Sweater:Cashmereis a quiet luxury classic for expensive-looking sweater materials.
Thiscashmere sweateris a staple for many occasions-from the office to a holiday party.
Off-the-Shoulder Sweater: Off-the-shoulder necklines lie below the shoulder and are an elegant choice for nighttime looks.
TheTopshop Chunky Off-the-Shoulder sweateris a date night staple.
For an extra twist, the neckline features a folded and twisted neckline.
