5 inspiring looks with a winter sweater, star of the season

The first cold spells are setting in, and knitwear is back in the spotlight. Soft, wrap-around, sometimes XXL, sometimes delicate, the winter sweater remains the season’s most comforting piece. Well chosen and well worn, it becomes a real fashion asset, capable of dressing up a silhouette with as much allure as a well-cut jacket. Here are five ideas for adopting it.

The casual look of the oversized sweater

It’s the ideal companion for cool days: the oversized sweater, a touch masculine, to be worn casually. Choose a thick, slightly loose knit and slip it over a white shirt with a collar and cuffs that stick out. A pair of straight jeans or pants with pleats at the bottom give structure to the ensemble.
The result? Effortlessly chic. Add patent loafers and a long coat for an urban touch.

The Grain de Malice women’s winter sweater is a perfect illustration of this spirit: soft, slightly ample, and available in natural tones. Wear it with a midi skirt or raw denim, depending on your style.

The understated chic of turtlenecks and long skirts

The turtleneck is one of those classics that we rediscover every winter. Slipped into a pleated or satin skirt, it creates a feminine, balanced silhouette. Choose a slim, body-hugging style, complemented by a pair of high boots and a long, flowing coat.
The result: a perfect look from morning to night, between business meetings and dinner with friends.

The retro spirit of the cable sweater

If there’s one piece that spans the decades without a false note, it’s the cable-knit sweater. With its vintage charm, it evokes winters spent by the sea and walks in the forest. To bring it up to date, combine it with flare jeans or a leather skirt. Complete the look with a camel belt and heeled ankle boots.
A look that’s a little retro, a little bohemian and always elegant.

The play of proportions with the cropped sweater

More modern, the cropped sweater balances a pair of wide-leg pants or a high-waisted skirt. Noble materials such as alpaca, mohair and cashmere are preferred, and light colors brighten up the silhouette. With white sneakers for a cooler look, or pumps for a dressier version, the result is chic in both cases.
A word of advice: play on contrasts, as this is where everything comes together.

Layering, the Parisian version

In winter, layering becomes an art. A shirt collar or turtleneck peeks out from under a thin round-neck sweater, then an oversized blazer or perfecto is slipped on to break up the conservative look. Complete the look with raw denim jeans and a pair of ankle boots.
It’s this idea of mixing textures and volumes that makes for the charm of a successful outfit.

This winter, knitwear becomes a chameleon. It adapts to our busy days, from café terraces to weekends in the countryside and impromptu evenings out. Oversized, twisted, close-fitting or cropped, the winter sweater is the star of the winter season.