Sleeveless Sweater - How To Wear It Well This Winter?

2023 Author: Lynn Laird | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-08-25 09:49

In our article of the day, we mark the return of a good old classic! After the sleeveless down jacket, we quite naturally decided to decipher another trendy piece: the big winter sweater that loses its sleeves to sport an effective BCBG look. On the way to conquering the feminine wardrobe, the sleeveless sweater is one of the major fall-winter 2020-2021 fashion trends! We see it everywhere, on social networks and in our favorite stores. However, the pretty mesh can be scary at first. So how do you embrace the new / old fashion obsession without getting grandpa? Answers in a few tips and looks to copy!

Sleeveless sweater: how to adopt the new fashion fad without becoming a granny?

If the neo-bourgeois trend had already made a comeback last winter with scarves per se, pantsuits and oversized blazers, it is continuing it with another flagship piece from the 70s and 80s. Long shunned, the sleeveless vest, like the tangy yellow of Pantone, resurfaces in 2021! But how do you dust off the vintage room and give it a more trendy look? The secret to adopting it without becoming a grandmother is in one word: layering (or superposition in French).

Taken from the men's wardrobe, the sleeveless knit fits easily into the it-girls' wardrobe while becoming their new favorite piece. So, forget all the prejudices that you could have concerning the sleeveless sweater and go for our little guide to learn how to associate it with your favorite pieces: white t-shirt, small fine knit sweater, A-line skirt, slim jeans or on the skin. In short, it is a fairly versatile garment that goes with everything and can be worn in many ways. Certainly, it is to its advantage layered with a white shirt, but it can very effectively be worn with bare arms.

We thought it was old-fashioned with its V-neck and old-fashioned checks, and yet the sleeveless sweater is back on the fashion scene more modern than ever. To make it the flagship piece of this winter, fashion designers have added small preppy-style elements: shoulder pads, pearls, buttons, jewelry, etc. The result ? It didn't take long for fashionistas to make it their own and post it on Instagram. Plain or available in all colors and prints, long or short, in thick or fine knit, the vintage piece is simply essential this winter and intends to dethrone other trendy knit pieces. Regardless of the model chosen, the sleeveless cardigan immediately gives an overly chic schoolgirl look.

How to choose your sleeveless vest?

The second hand being more than ever in vogue, you just have to go take a little tour of the second-hand stores. You can also search the e-stores of your favorite brands or your dad's locker room to find what you are looking for. Our favorite ? The model with shoulder pads! Chic and trendy, it enhances the simple white shirt in the blink of an eye. You can choose it short or long, patterned or plain, twisted, thick or rather thin, according to your desires and fashion preferences. We remind you that the houndstooth, zebra, checks and stripes are currently very popular.

Fashion lessons to wear your sleeveless sweater

Don't know how to wear this season's must-have? Do not panic ! We tell you everything! In practice, adopting the sleeveless vest is as easy as pie, well almost. As said before, the new darling of fashionistas is mainly worn in layering. So you have to be very careful with the way you put together your outfits. In order not to look like a cabbage, there are a few little rules to know. First, it is essential to play with the different subjects. So opt for a wool or cashmere sweater and pair it with a white cotton shirt, a t-shirt or a small, light turtleneck sweater. The combination of different materials prevents you from appearing too packed.

After the materials, we then play with the colors. Choose your colorful sleeveless sweater and combine it with a t-shirt or a light shirt. Some also play on camaïeux. Another possibility? On a basic sweater, wear a cardigan that you choose in a vibrant color, such as fuchsia or with a trendy print such as stripes, checks or animal patterns.

Finally, we twist the new must-have of the season with surprising pieces. Leave white t-shirts and shirts aside and opt for a dress, skirt or pair of flared jeans for a successful seventies look. When temperatures allow, the sleeveless sweater becomes the perfect mid-season piece. It is assumed with bare arms with a skirt or slim pants.

In short, anything goes with the sleeveless mesh. There are materials and colors to have fun to concoct resolutely stylish and varied outfits.

The sleeveless knit is effective both during the day and in the evening

Contrary to popular belief, the short sleeveless vest is perfect for the office. The working girls let themselves be tempted by the black model. Simple but effective, it is very easy to adopt. Worn over a striped shirt with a pantsuit or over a long shirt dress with a mini bag, it lends character and style to classic office attire. If you want to adopt it in layering, opt for 4 layers at most: a first turtleneck and fine mesh top, a black sleeveless sweater, a patterned shirt to break up the overly formal aspect of the cardigan and finally a blazer. oversize.

Every day, away from the office, we focus on the oversize trend and choose a slightly loose and long model that we wear like Blair Waldorf: a printed shirt under the sweater, a mini-skirt, boots, a beret and a nice handbag. For more comfort, we swap the ankle boots for a pair of white sneakers that we put on with small sequined socks. Finally, don't forget your oversized coat so you don't get cold.

In the evening, the new must-have of the season loses a few centimeters for a warm and inspired look of the 80s and 90s. Paired with chic jogging pants and heels to escape the preppy style and show off a modern, laid-back style. The most cautious do not hesitate to add a long jacket. We also like the vintage piece on a long shirt or a slip dress with thigh high boots for an ultra feminine look.

We have said it over and over again, everyone loves sleeveless knitwear! Whether in the street, on the catwalks or on the Web, fashionistas love it. If, on the other hand, you are still not convinced by the cult piece of preppy style, we let you dive into a small selection of looks that should seduce you. If you find the preppy piece in all the new Zara, Mango and Bershka collections, you can also find it in thrift stores.

How to wear the white sleeveless sweater during mid-season?

Sleeveless kimono sweater

The highlight of the season on Dior fashion shows

A two-tone, asymmetrical model

Short vest and printed on a white shirt with flare jeans

Printed sleeveless cardigan to pimp up any outfit that's a little too basic

Chic sportswear style: two-tone wool model, straight jeans and baguette bag

In summer, the preppy sweater is worn next to the skin

A long and oversized model, perfect for mid-season

XS model printed on a white t-shirt with mini handbag and accumulated jewelry

Cropped sweater in pink worn over a white shirt dress with ankle boots

Sleeveless plaid sweater and pleated mini skirt for a schoolgirl style outfit

Green sleeveless sweater dress and black ankle boots for style in the rain

Sleeveless knit worn as a crop top

How to wear the green sleeveless vest?