What to wear with a cardigan - red, blue, brown, short, cropped, long and oversized - to look stylish and impressive? Where can I buy such a cardigan?
In addition to the fact that cardigans (they are also sweaters, they are also Valentine's Day) come in a variety of colors, they are also distinguished by length - they can be long, cropped and short. The cardigan can be knitted from thick threads - this is ideal for winter cold under a parka or sheepskin coat. The cardigan can also be thin or openwork; This one is perfect for business style clothes or even a formal weekend outfit.
So, a cardigan can be worn with:
- Sheath dress and English style dress;
- Midi or maxi dress;
- A short dress, made of silk or wool;
- A-line dress;
- High-waisted and ripped jeans;
- Skinny jeans;
- Denim shorts;
- Straight trousers;
- A pencil skirt combined with a blouse or top.
What to wear with a short cardigan (jacket)?
a short knitted cardigan like Victoria Beckham - with a classic cut dress and heels:
Victoria Beckham wears cardigans
The cardigan is an element of the English clothing style , so it is not surprising that British Victoria Beckham has many cardigans in a variety of colors in her wardrobe. In the photo below, by the way, Victoria is dressed like a 100% Englishwoman: her outfit is designed in deep, calm colors, and her elegant gray checkered wool dress has a classic English cut. Beige open-toed shoes with huge stiletto heels and a belt tied over a burgundy cardigan make the look stylish and modern, see photo:
Business style from Victoria Beckham: Marsala cardigan and gray dress
The color of Victoria Beckham's cardigan is called marsala, also known as burgundy. And, of course, we strongly recommend that you purchase a cardigan of this color:
Marsala Cardigan with Gray Check Dress
In the photo there are several looks based on short cardigans in a business English style. This outfit will fit perfectly into the wardrobe of a business woman.
Please note once again that you can wear a belt with a cardigan!
Short cardigans and business style looks
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What to wear with a metallic jacket
Bearing in mind that style loves contradictions , perhaps an English classic cardigan of neutral gray color with an aragail print (“diamonds”) should be worn with a dress of bright rich color - blue, emerald or yellow as in the photo? In this look, you can not only conduct the most important negotiations during the day, but also attend a social party in the evening. Rest assured: your choice of clothing will not go unnoticed!
Gray cardigan and brightly colored dress
White cardigan paired with jeans
Styles and models
Stylists recommend choosing a voluminous women's cardigan that is about 2 sizes larger. If your height and weight allow it, you can even afford stylish products 4 sizes larger . If the cardigan is one size larger, it will resemble a sweater for growing.
Today, designer collections present a variety of variations of this item of clothing. Such cardigans can be complemented with buttons or without them. Both plain products and options decorated with geometric prints look great. These cardigans can be worn with a belt or simply thrown over your shoulders.
Voluminous chunky knit cardigans look very stylish. Every girl can afford the ultra-fashionable Lalo model, which has a gradient color. A cardigan with voluminous braids or products made from mohair look no less advantageous.
In general, oversize models do not like too bright colors. Most often, fashion designers offer neutral and pastel color solutions. In this case, it is recommended to experiment not with shades, but with textures. A voluminous knit cardigan will look great with thin dresses or tight jeans.
Short cardigan and casual looks
Of course, our examples are just sketches of ideas for your images. If, say, your cardigan is not blue as in the photo, but, say, brown, black or burgundy - feel free to substitute it for the blue one and create your own look!
Blue cardigan with T-shirt and trousers
Short cardigans (sweatshirts) go well with everything - with a blouse, a T-shirt, and, if you are young, with a cropped white T-shirt, see photo:
Short cardigans combined with casual clothes
Wearing inexpensive clothes is fashionable all over the world today. This speaks not only about the practicality of the fashionista, but also about the fact that she is not one of those who makes a cult out of things. Remember how Michelle Obama caused a media stir when she appeared on a morning TV show wearing an H&M dress?
For example, in France, young female students dress not just cheaply, but sometimes even downright cheaply. Personally, I even got the impression that they specifically choose bags so that the fact that the bag is made of fake leather is obvious a mile away. This addiction to cheap things seems to hint at the fact that young French women live on their own and do not take money from their parents for clothes.
In the photo there is a girl in a pistachio-colored cardigan combined with shorts and a T-shirt. The whole look cost her only $99, which the girl is incredibly proud of. And it turned out to be a stylish look!
Look for less as less is more (the forest is the sea))!
Combination methods
How and with what to wear jackets with increased density and sufficient volume? An individual approach and taking into account the features of appearance and figure will help you choose the ideal cut and the optimal combination of things . When creating fashionable ensembles, it is important to create a harmonious image and an attractive look with a stylish design. To ensure balanced body proportions, it is important to use clothing items that compensate for each other. If you are wearing a full skirt and flared trousers, then the upper part should be moderately voluminous and slightly tight-fitting to the silhouette. On the contrary, when using large knitted jackets or fluffy cardigans with convex patterns, it is advisable to include straight and tapered trousers, a pencil skirt, tight-fitting sundresses, turtlenecks or knee socks.
As for color compositions, you should not overload the image with an abundance of multi-colored details. The optimal number of shades in one look should not exceed three to five colors . It is advisable to match the tone of a hat, bag and shoes or a couple of wardrobe items and shoe samples. A certain type of clothing can serve as a capsule element of a fashionable look, playing a major role in the image. This could be a voluminous cardigan, a classic skirt, a plain dress or versatile trousers in neutral tones. It is these wardrobe items that become the main ones in an ensemble for business, work, sports or holiday purposes.
What to wear with a mid-length knitted cardigan
Blue cardigan with jeans
In the photo - Olivia Palermo in a black knitted cardigan with a fur collar. Talking about the popular trends of autumn and winter 2018-2019, we wrote, but this season almost everything is fashionable with fur. An A-line dress with a floral print goes perfectly with high boots. And, of course, don't forget to wear sunglasses!
Olivia Palermo in a black chunky knit cardigan
Knitted cardigans with patterns or stripes - blue, red and any other colors - go perfectly with jeans. Try not buttoning your cardigan, but putting the belt directly on top:
Red striped cardigan paired with jeans
To make the look more classy, choose light colors.
Milky faux fur and knitted cardigan, peach color
Marilyn Monroe , by the way, went even further and wore... well, what she wore with a voluminous knitted cardigan. A great idea for your photo shoot, by the way:
Marilyn Monroe
Metallic color is a favorite of the fall-winter 2018-2019 season and the next spring-summer 2021:
Total look: cardigan and metallic dress
How to combine colors
A cardigan is most often worn not only to keep warm, but also to look attractive. Today, not only calm classic colors are trendy, but also rich colors. A few examples:
- A black cardigan is the choice of curvy girls. Such models visually elongate the figure and make it more graceful. The ensemble is made up of items in light contrasting shades.
- A striped cardigan remains relevant for several seasons. The stripes can be thin or wide. The first type is preferable because it is easier to create kits with it.
- A blue cardigan goes well with things in white, green, and yellow shades.
- White models are an excellent choice for summer, suitable for slender girls. Guipure and openwork items look good in this color scheme.
- A light beige cardigan harmonizes with colors of the same palette, shades of red.
- A burgundy cardigan allows you to create very rich ensembles. The product is matched with clothes in chocolate, milk, white, and purple shades.
- A yellow cardigan is the choice of brave girls. White, muted red, black, coral colors of clothing or accessories will suit it.
- A green cardigan goes well with bright blue, beige, gray, and classic black.
- Gray models are a universal option. In summer, this color harmonizes with blue, blue and violet. Young girls will love the combination with a pastel palette. A combination of gray and green will help to add an element of mystery to the image.
For knitted models, the “braid” pattern is relevant. As for the color, the gradient looks original, but smooth.
In summer, a cotton sundress or trousers, a linen dress, and light jeans are worn under a cardigan. For winter, turtlenecks, pencil skirts, sheath dresses, and matching pants are suitable.
Brown cardigan
If you like the idea of combining incongruous things, then wear a brown cardigan in grunge style (these cardigans were loved and popularized by the unforgettable Nirvana lead singer Kurt Cobain) with a silk little black dress, see photo:
Brown cardigan combined with a silk dress
You can also wear a brown cardigan with boyfriend jeans or denim shorts:
Knitted brown cardigan with shorts and T-shirt
Beige cardigan and milky dress
And again, our favorite mixture of styles and textures is a silk dress and a thick wool beige cardigan:
Wool + silk
Who are they suitable for?
To make a voluminous knitted cardigan look perfect, you should definitely take into account your body type when choosing it. In general, such products are combined with different body types. However, girls who want to emphasize their advantages should still adhere to certain rules.
Those with an inverted triangle body type, which is characterized by fairly wide shoulders, should choose products that reach mid-thigh. This length will help to visually add volume to the hips. It is recommended to fasten the cardigan with the top button.
Girls with a pear-shaped figure should give preference to long items or asymmetrical cardigans that reach mid-thigh. If you decide to choose a fairly long model, you should emphasize the waist. This should be done using a very ordinary belt.
Those with a large bust should choose fine knit models with a triangular neckline. In this case, a round neckline is strictly contraindicated. The same applies to items with large knits.
Girls with an hourglass figure are the luckiest. A cardigan that reaches mid-thigh or slightly above the knee helps to emphasize ideal proportions. To emphasize your waist, you should wear a belt. For those with a small tummy, it is better to choose straight-cut items.
Important! In order not to give your figure additional volume, an oversized cardigan should be worn with fitted items. This could be a pencil skirt or a sheath dress. Otherwise, there is a risk of adding extra centimeters to the silhouette.
What to wear with a red cardigan
This is how to wear a red cardigan!
If your cardigan is openwork , and even scarlet or pink, wear an orange T-shirt or tank underneath - the combination of these almost adjacent colors is not only stunning, but also very fashionable. A similar hairstyle to the girl in the photo will complete the look in the style of the 60s:
Openwork cardigan and retro style
Shoes and accessories
To always look perfect, you should learn how to complement an oversized cardigan with the right shoes. In this case, sandals with stiletto heels or wedges would be an excellent solution. Ballet flats and sports shoes look no less advantageous. To make the image proportional, you should take into account your height and features of the figure.
It is worth considering that voluminous cardigans are not recommended to be complemented with a large number of decorations . With the help of such models you need to create simple and comfortable images. Therefore, bright bracelets or long chains would be an ideal complement.
A voluminous cardigan is a very stylish piece of clothing that allows you to emphasize the fragility and femininity of its owner . At the same time, it is very important to learn how to properly combine this item with other products. Thanks to this, every image will look perfect.
