Ways to Style Knitwear for Transitional Weather
Be it clear skies or monsoon season, there are many ways to style knitwear for transitional weather.
As sweltering as summer was, the seasons have undoubtedly shifted. Rainy days have joined us, as the clouds allude to the colder temperatures to come. It looks like those of us in sunny Singapore get to bundle up a little warmer this September, as the sky continues to rain down on us.
It's time to gear up with your woolly cardigans and fluffy knitted sweaters. Below, we give you some ideas on how to style different knitwear pieces for transitional weather, no matter where you are. From chilly autumns to days of light drizzling, we’ve got you covered.
Easy Breezy
If it’s just a tad cooler than usual where you are, pairing your knit tops with some simple bottoms is an easy approach. Like Girls’ Generation’s Hyoyeon, you can opt for a crisp white knitted top with a frayed hem. The soft fabric creates a nice conversation when contrasted with the rough unfinished edge. You could even consider DIY-ing the frayed look on a cardigan you already own. Alternatively, pick a bold cardigan to rock as a top and leave all but the top two buttons undone for a seductive, cool-girl vibe.
Rain on My Parade
For countries with weather conditions similar to Singapore, colder weather can just mean that when it rains, it pours. In more humid environments, knitwear can feel burdensome and suffocating. But take a page out of Gigi Hadid’s book: Stack on some cashmere up top and leave the legs exposed. When our legs are free to breathe, a warmer knit feels more manageable even in the heaviest of thunderstorms. Plus, you won’t need to worry about rain and mud soiling your bottoms. If you do want to retain some heat on your legs though, opt for a fabric with a slinkier feel to balance out any heaviness from the knit.
Behold the Cold
Layering up is always a good idea when it’s cold out. Twice’s Nayeon does that with a thick knitted sweater on top of a soft cream maxi dress. The extra fabric on the upper half of the body will surely come in handy when it gets windy. If you have sweater vests lying around, you can use them to create fits with more dimension, by wearing a chic dress shirt or a sultry mesh bodysuit underneath. To keep the outfit from looking overly chunky, aim to pair more contrasting materials with your knits.
For Fashion Girlies
For the true fashionistas who refuse to let the weather dictate their style, we have some options for you too. Arm and leg warmers have been having their day in the sun, with the renewed interest in the Y2K style. Just like Bella Hadid, you can use leg warmers as funky accessories and functional additions to your cold-weather look. Kehlani also shows us how it’s done – layering chunky knit pieces on top of her concert fits. The thick knits look almost artistic, weaving more textural detail into her looks.
